Ying Song

Ying Song is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography, Environment & Society at the University of Minnesota. Her research focuses on Geographical Information Science (GIScience), spatio-temporal modeling, and transportation geography. She explores human mobility patterns in urban environments, emphasizing accessibility, equity, and sustainability. Her work addresses multi-modal transportation planning, public health, and ecological impacts.

Dr. Song holds a BS from Wuhan University (2007), an MS from the University of Utah (2009), and a PhD from The Ohio State University (2015). Her expertise includes GIS-based analysis of transportation networks, activity-travel behavior, and spatial equity. Recent research highlights include optimizing electric bus systems, gender differences in mobility, and accessibility for underserved communities.

Her articles emphasize interdisciplinary applications of GIS, such as modeling sustainable transport, evaluating mental health through neighborhood resources, and improving data quality in smartphone surveys. While no specific awards are listed, her work reflects a commitment to advancing equitable urban systems. She teaches courses in transportation geography and spatial sciences, contributing to both academic and practical applications in the field.