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Dr Karen KWAN

Dr Karen KWAN

Research Assistant Professor

Biography

Dr Karen Kwan is a developmental psychologist with a focus on gender development. She obtained her PhD from The University of Hong Kong. Her research examines gender-related issues such as gender identity, gender stereotypes, gender norms, and interpersonal relationships. She is also interested in cross-cultural research and has focused on cross-cultural similarities and differences in gender expressions and perceptions. Her research adopts a wide range of measures including observations, questionnaires, child interviews, facial expression analysis, and ecological momentary assessment.

Education and Academic Qualifications

  • PhD (HKU)
  • MA (CUHK)
  • BBA (HKUST)

Research Interests

  • Developmental psychology
  • Gender development
  • Gender nonconformity

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