Yoon-Suk Hwang

Dr. Yoon-Suk Hwang is an Associate Professor in the School of Education within the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education & Social Justice at Queensland University of Technology. With a research career spanning over 15 years, Dr. Hwang has established expertise in autism spectrum disorder, special education, and inclusive educational practices.

Dr. Hwang's research focuses primarily on the experiences of students with autism spectrum disorder in educational settings, with particular emphasis on bullying prevention, inclusive practices, and student perspectives. Their work demonstrates a consistent commitment to understanding the social challenges faced by students with autism and developing evidence-based interventions.

The publication record reveals a strong trajectory of research on autism and bullying, with significant contributions to understanding how students with autism perceive and experience both traditional bullying and cyberbullying. The research often employs collaborative approaches involving students, parents, and educators to develop comprehensive prevention and intervention strategies.

Dr. Hwang has received substantial academic recognition for their work, with the 2011 article 'Attitudes towards inclusion: Gaps between belief and practice' accumulating over 10,000 downloads, indicating significant impact in the field of special education.

As a researcher, Dr. Hwang has maintained productive collaborations with colleagues including Marilyn Campbell, Beth Saggers, Jill Ashburner, Julie Dillon-Wallace, and Suzanne Carrington, forming a research team that has consistently produced high-impact work in special education and autism studies.