Yang Liu

Yang Liu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Iowa's College of Engineering. They are actively affiliated with the Iowa Technology Institute, Iowa Institute for Biomedical Imaging, Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, and the Iowa Informatics Initiative, contributing to interdisciplinary research in imaging and cyber-physical systems.

Their research focuses on advancing technologies for medical imaging and surgical interventions. Key areas include biophotonics, augmented reality imaging, 3D computer vision, computer-assisted surgery, multimodal imaging, and machine learning. These efforts aim to improve intraoperative guidance, surgical precision, and telemedicine capabilities through innovative imaging solutions.

Dr. Liu is a member of several leading professional societies, including the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), and the International Society of Fluorescence Guided Surgery (ISFGS), reflecting broad recognition and engagement in the biomedical and engineering communities.

They lead the Integrated Imaging and Cyberphysical System Laboratory, where cutting-edge research integrates real-time imaging, data analytics, and physical systems for clinical applications. Their work bridges engineering innovation with translational medicine, supported by cross-institutional collaborations and advanced computational infrastructure.