imin Choi, PhD is a Postdoctoral Associate at the Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access, which is housed within the School of Architecture and Planning at the University at Buffalo. Her research focuses on creating more inclusive environments, improving transportation accessibility, and enhancing mobility for transportation-disadvantaged populations. She is engaged in diverse research projects intended to advance equity and inclusion for underrepresented populations. She brings experience conducting experimental studies in the laboratory and field, conducting surveys and interviews with various stakeholders, analyzing data, and capturing various stakeholder perspectives. She has co-authored several papers and publications, including assessing user experiences with wheelchair securement systems and the implementation of innovative, on-demand transit services for individuals with disabilities. She earned her Bachelor in Architecture from Yonsei University and Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from Seoul National University in Korea, and her PhD in Urban and Regional Planning from University at Buffalo. 

UB’s PhD program offered a highly structured curriculum and rigorous coursework to build a solid foundation for research and opportunities to develop research skills through various research projects. While working at the IDEA Center as a Graduate Assistant, I was involved in the entire research process, including grant writing, preparing materials for the study, recruiting participants, conducting surveys and interviews, analyzing data, presenting the result, and writing up journal articles. Throughout this process, I always received support from colleagues and professors with whom I could discuss any matters and I also learned from the interaction with them.