Hi, I’m Weichu Zhao(θ΅΅ζƒŸζ₯š), a first year PhD student in Computational Social Science at CUHK-Shenzhen.
My research focuses on quantitative research methods, digital behavior, social networks, and well-being.


πŸŽ“ Education

  • Ph.D. in Computational Social Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (2025–Present)
  • M.Sc. in Social Research Methods, University College London (2023–2024)
  • B.A. in Economics and Social Statistics, The University of Manchester (2020–2023)

🏫 Research Interests

  • Social Media and Mental Health
  • Computational Social Science
  • Quantitative Research Methods

🌐 Languages

  • English – Professional working proficiency
  • Chinese (Mandarin) – Native proficiency

🌸 Outside of research

I love spending time with my pug, Russell.
I also enjoy playing creative building games, doing puzzles, and traveling.


πŸ“« Reach me at: weichu.zhao@link.cuhk.edu.cn