Dr. Qiong Hu is a clinical assistant professor of business analytics at the University of Colorado Denver. With a Ph.D. in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Auburn University, Dr. Hu’s expertise lies in operations research, data analytics, and business analytics, focusing on vehicle routing and scheduling problems, dynamic programming, and machine learning applications. Dr. Hu has a robust research portfolio that includes the application of advanced data analytics and optimization techniques to improve transportation safety and efficiency. She has published several high-impact papers in esteemed journals, such as “Transportation Research Part C” and “Accident Analysis & Prevention”, showcasing her contributions to the fields of road traffic safety, driver behavior modeling, and ergonomic risk assessment. In addition to her research, Dr. Hu is dedicated to teaching various business analytics and statistics courses. Her commitment to education is further demonstrated by completing courses on designing learner-centered and equitable courses through the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE). Dr. Hu has also been actively involved in professional service as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals and conferences and has contributed to the academic community by participating in various committees and student organizations.
Education
Ph.D., Industrial & Systems Engineering, Auburn University
M.S., Industrial & Systems Engineering, Auburn University
B.S., Logistics Engineering, Anhui University of Technology
Areas of Expertise
Vehicle Routing and Scheduling Problems
Dynamic Programming
Data-driven Optimization
Transportation Safety Analytics
Machine Learning in Transportation
Text Mining
Publications
Full list is available on Google Scholar
Awards
Summer Research Award (2023, 2024), CU Denver Business School
Best Paper Award (2021), Ergonomics Journal
INFORMS Student Chapter Annual Award, Cum Laude (2018), Summa Cum Laude (2017)
Dr. Saeed Maghsoodloo Annual Assistantship (2019), Auburn University Industrial and Systems Engineering Council
Certificate of Distinguished Future Faculty (2017), Auburn University Graduate School
