Xueying Han

Xueying Han is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in research analytics and program management. Currently serving as the Head of Research Analytics at Digital Science since June 2025, Xueying previously held the position of Program Director at the National Science Foundation from April 2023 to May 2025, where significant frameworks for monitoring and evaluation were established for major programs. Prior to that, Xueying worked at the Institute for Defense Analyses as Assistant Director, crafting data governance practices, and as a Research Staff Member, focusing on advanced survey methodologies and national science initiatives. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology and an MA in Mathematical Statistics and Probability from UC Santa Barbara, along with a BA in Mathematics and Biology from Colgate University.