Lab Members

I am a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in Quantitative Methods, Measurement, and Statistics at UC Merced. My research aims to advance flexible modeling approaches for complex data in psychology and, more broadly, in the social and behavioral sciences. I specialize in Bayesian inference, structural equation modeling, latent variable modeling, and mixture modeling. Much of my work centers on the development, implementation, and evaluation of these frameworks, with particular emphasis on model evaluation (including model fit, model selection, and model averaging) and missing data methods (both their impact and imputation strategies). Another line of my research program is the dissemination of advanced methods to applied researchers, with the goal of making methodological innovations more accessible across academic communities. Outside of research, I find joy in taking trips to coastal towns or cities to recharge. Being by the sea and enjoying fresh seafood always reminds me of home. I also have a soft spot for musicals, which keep me entertained and inspired.

Personal Website: https://ihnwhiheo.github.io/

I am a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in Quantitative Methods, Measurement, and Statistics at UC Merced. My research interests mainly include multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling, and mediation analysis, with a focus on supporting applied researchers in implementing advanced methodological tools. When I’m not working, I enjoy science fiction, museums, swimming, and video games (currently obsessed with Baldur’s Gate 3). 

I am a doctoral student in Psychological Sciences with a specialization in Quantitative Methods, Measurement, and Statistics at the University of California, Merced. My research interests lie broadly on handling missing data, non-normal data, and developing robust estimation methods within the framework of multilevel modeling. I am also interested in applying machine learning techniques to topics in behavioral and psychological sciences. Outside of research, I enjoy watching movies, playing soccer, and exploring new restaurants.