CV

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Contact Information

Full Name Kenan Li
Pronoun He/Him
Languages Chinese (Simplified), English
Email kenan.li@slu.edu
Wechat ID conanlee_lsu

Education

  • 2015
    PhD
    Louisiana State University
    • Major in Environmental Sciences
    • Dissertation titled "A Spatial Dynamic Model of Population Changes in a Vulnerable Coastal Environment"
  • 2011
    M.S.
    Louisiana State University
    • Major in Environmental Sciences
    • Thesis titled "Temporal Changes of Coastal Community Resilience in the Gulf of Mexico Region"
  • 2009
    B.S.
    Nankai Univeristy
    • Major in Environmental Sciences
    • Minor in Applied Mathematics

Acedemic Appoinments

  • 2022 -
    Assistant Professor
    Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Saint Louis University
  • 2019 - 2022
    Research Scientist
    Spatial Sciences Institute, University of Southern California
  • 2020 - 2021
    Lecturer
    Spatial Sciences Institute, University of Southern California
  • 2017 - 2019
    Postdoctoral Research Associate
    Department of Population and Public Health, University of Southern California
  • 2009 - 2016
    Graduate Research Assistant
    Department of Environmental Sciences, Louisiana State University

Notable Services to Profession

  • 2022-2027
    Taylor Fellow
    Taylor Geospatial Institute
    • As a Taylor Fellow, I played a vital role in advancing the institute's mission to promote the use of geospatial data and technology in research and education. In my position, I was responsible for collaborating with colleagues across a range of fields to develop and implement innovative research projects aimed at addressing critical issues related to geospatial data and analysis. My role involved conducting extensive research, collecting and analyzing data, and developing new tools and methodologies for working with geospatial data. Additionally, I provided technical support and training to colleagues and students, helping them to develop the skills they needed to work with geospatial data effectively. Through these efforts, I contributed to the growth and success of the Taylor Geospatial Institute, as well as the broader field of geospatial research and education.
  • 2022 - 2026
    Geospatial Data Scientist
    Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis
    • My responsibilities include reviewing grants submitted to the Geospatial Health Analytics Core and Just-In-Time Core, as well as providing data analytics support to funded projects. As part of my role, I am responsible for ensuring that all grant proposals align with the objectives and priorities of the cores. Additionally, I work closely with researchers to provide technical support and expertise in data analytics, helping them to optimize their research methods and ensure high-quality results.
  • 2020 - 2021
    Geospatial Fellow
    Geospatial Software Institute, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
    • As part of my work during the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, I collaborated with experts from diverse fields to develop and implement innovative research and education initiatives aimed at addressing critical issues related to the pandemic. Through these efforts, I helped to advance our understanding of COVID-19 and develop new approaches to mitigating its impact on individuals and communities. My role involved working closely with other fellows to develop and execute research projects, analyze data, and disseminate findings through publications, presentations, and other channels.

Selected Honors and Awards

  • 2017
    • Top reviewers for University of Southern California (Computer Science) recognized by Web of Science Group – Clarivate
    • ABM 2017 Star Award in 2017 Agent-Based Modeling Symposium Sponsored by National Science Foundation
  • 2015
    • Sustainable Environment Award for Master Thesis awarded by Louisiana State University

Expertise and Specializations

  • Spatial Computation and Analysis
    • Advanced modeling techniques for spatial data analysis
    • Innovative approaches to spatial data visualization and interpretation
    • Development of spatial decision support systems for complex problem-solving
  • Environmental Health and Biostatistics
    • Applications of biostatistics algorithms in environmental health research
    • Analysis of the impacts of environmental exposures on human health
    • Evaluation of health disparities related to environmental factors
  • Geo-AI Frameworks and Integrated Geo-cyber-infrastructures
    • Development of integrated systems for large-scale geospatial data processing
    • Application of deep learning techniques to geospatial data analysis
    • Utilization of geospatial data in autonomous systems and cyber-infrastructures
  • Machine Learning and Data Mining
    • Integration of machine learning and data mining techniques in geospatial analysis
    • Development of predictive models for complex spatial datasets
    • Use of machine learning to uncover patterns and relationships in big data
  • Social Determinants of Public Health
    • Analysis of the impact of social and economic factors on health outcomes
    • Examination of the relationship between social determinants and health disparities
    • Development of strategies for addressing social determinants in public health policy and practice
  • Physical Activity Recognition using Wearable Sensors
    • Development of algorithms and models for classifying and quantifying physical activity using wearable sensors
    • Integration of wearable sensors and other lab-based motion capture systems to improve physical activity recognition in real world
    • Development of interventions and strategies to improve the built environment and promote physical activity
  • Urban Infrastructure and Planning
    • Analysis of urban infrastructure and its impact on public health and well-being
    • Development of strategies for sustainable urban planning and management
    • Use of geospatial data to support urban infrastructure decision-making
  • Coupled Human and Nature Interactions
    • Exploration of the relationship between human health and the natural environment
    • Analysis of the impacts of climate change on human-nature interactions
    • Development of strategies for promoting sustainable human-nature interactions in different contexts

Noteworthy Memberships

  • Life-time Member of the American Association of Geographers
  • Life-time Member of the International Association of Chinese Professionals in Geographic Information Sciences