Xiang Lu

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Hi! My name is Xiang Lu (吕想). I am an incoming Assistant Professor at the Urban Governance and Design Thrust, Society Hub, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou). Before joining HKUST(GZ), I was an Assistant Professor at Zhejiang University. I received my PhD in sociology from New York University (2021) and an LLB in sociology from Tsinghua University (2015).

I am broadly interested in AI and society / computational social science, migration, race and ethnicity, public opinion and attitudes, and media studies. My recent work focuses on the influence of demographic factors on social biases in human annotation processes, racial representation and nation-building discourse in media, and the socio-psychological mechanisms underlying public attitudes toward international migration.

To learn more about my research, download my CV here.

Contact: xiang.lu49[at]foxmail.com

For Prospective PhD Students

I am currently seeking motivated PhD students, with entry in January 2026 or September 2026, who are interested in the social impacts and ethical challenges of AI, or in leveraging AI and diverse forms of data to address social problems.

Applicants should hold (or be currently pursuing) a postgraduate or undergraduate degree in social sciences, data science, computer science, or a related field, and be proficient in at least one statistical programming language (Python, R, or Stata). Prior knowledge of AI techniques such as natural language processing, computer vision, machine learning, deep learning, or generative AI is highly desirable. Familiarity with survey data analysis, experimental methods in social science, or professional experience in the digital technology industries is also a plus. Candidates must meet the English proficiency requirements for admission to HKUST (GZ).

Please email your application to xiang.lu49[at]foxmail.com with the subject line “PhD Application - Your Name - Your Institution”.

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