Qianxia Jiang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut, with a concentration in health, wellbeing, and prevention. She was a postdoctoral fellow at the Center for Children’s Healthy Lifestyles and Nutrition at Children’s Mercy Hospital Kansas City. Her research examines the impact of neighborhood environment on obesity-related health outcomes. Jiang is also interested in physical activity measurement and behavioral intervention to promote healthy living.
Credentials
- Ph.D., Doctor of Philosophy, Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Connecticut
- MA, Master of Arts, Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Connecticut
- BS, Bachelor of Science, Psychology, South China Normal University
Areas of Specialty
- Measurement
- Physical Activity
- Childhood Obesity
- Neighborhood Environment
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