Bio


Johnny (Yue) Yang is a passionate researcher in the fields of Human-Computer Interaction and Mixed Reality applications, particularly within healthcare and computer-assisted surgery. As a RA at Stanford University’s Medical AR/VR lab, his work focuses on developing cutting-edge augmented reality and artificial intelligence tools to assist doctors in improving surgical precision and patient outcomes. Johnny’s interests extend to integrating wearable technologies and computer-mediated communication to solve real-world challenges.

A graduate of Johns Hopkins University with a double major in Applied Mathematics & Statistics and Public Health Studies, Johnny’s academic journey reflects a commitment to interdisciplinary problem-solving. Johnny has contributed to impactful projects, including designing an attention-adaptive 3D user interface for guiding acupuncture needle insertion and developing VR conferencing systems for enhancing communication and information retention. His achievements include submission/acceptances to prestigious journals and conferences, such as the IEEE VR and CHI, showcasing his contributions to surgical guidance systems and immersive medical training tools.

Current Role at Stanford


Full-time Researcher in Medical Visualization, Mixed Reality

Education & Certifications


  • BSc, Johns Hopkins University, Applied Mathematics, Public Health Studies

Skills and Expertise


    Information Technology
      Augmented/Virtual/Mixed Reality (AR/VR/MR)
      User Experience (UX)