The Work of Yun-Fei Takua Liu

Neuroscience of computer programming

Using behavioral and neuroimaging techniques to explore how our brains enable this fascinating skill

My research

Visual storytelling

Clear information shared through visually delightful slides

My presentations

Science meets graphic design

Communicating discoveries and big ideas through an aesthetic lens

My publications

Speaking of science...

Giving energetic talks to connect, inspire, and spark curiosity

My experiences

Lab life

Check out our Neuroplasticity and Development Lab in Johns Hopkins University!

Lab website

Since 1991

My CV

Meet Yun-Fei Liu, PhD scientist with style

I earned my PhD degree in Johns Hopkins University by applying my aptitude in Python programming and knowledge in machine learning to study the neuroscience of computer code comprehension and Braille reading.

Rigorous Research

A journey to find out where in the brain are computer programs stored/represented and processed.

Science communication

Constantly honing my presentation skill and slides design to convey my exciting findings.

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About my

Research Projects

Throughout my Master's degree study in National Taiwan University, my time as a research specialist in Princeton University, and my PhD degree study in Johns Hopkins University, I worked on several different research projects. You may find out more about them in the pages contained in the tab "Research".

Natural Reading

We often find machine-generated texts awkward to read. What’s the source of this awkwardness in the brain?

Code Comprehension

When programmers try to understand a piece of code, what system in the brain is in charge of this ordeal?

Shared Experience

When a group of people watched or listened to the same story, how does the brain register this shared experience?

Braille Reading

Blind people read with their fingers. How does this tactile reading experience shape the reading network in the brain?

Some awards I have won

Research

G. Stanley Hall Scholar’s Award, for my work in programming code comprehension

Teaching

Walter L. Clark Teaching Award, for my TA-ship in Introduction to Psychology

Presentation

JHU Three-Minute Thesis Competition: Alumni Choice Award

Welcome to get in touch with me!

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