I am Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography & Geographic Information Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the Cartography and Geographic Information Society.

My research explores the intersection of data, computation, and human values. I am interested in how emerging geospatial technologies can be designed and used in ways that are ethical, socially responsible, and beneficial to humanity. More broadly, my interests span spatial data science, location privacy, and the societal implications of algorithmic systems.

I’m currently investigating the social implications of geospatial artificial intelligence, including issues of social bias, semantic collapse, and loss of diversity. I’m also committed to helping students to engage critically with these technologies by integrating AI literacy and ethical reasoning into their geospatial education.

Feel free to get in touch with me at linyue@illinois.edu. You can also find me on Google Scholar, LinkedIn, and ResearchGate.