Guangdong University of Finance & Econmics, China
Dr. XIAO Rongbo is Dean of Geography & Environmental Economics at Guangdong University of Finance & Economics, with a Ph.D. in Ecology from the Chinese Academy of Sciences . Renowned for urban ecological research , he has led over 30 national and provincial-level research projects, authored dozens of high-impact publications , and served as a key contributor to China’s ecological monitoring and environmental policy frameworks . Recognized as a top-tier scientific talent , he is an expert enjoying special State Council allowance and a thought leader in sustainable urban planning . His work focuses on urban soil pollution, biodiversity, carbon footprint modeling, and machine learning applications in environmental science . Dr. Xiao also serves in various national scientific committees and technical standard bodies, contributing to ecological sustainability and science-policy integration at the highest level .
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🎓 Education
Dr. XIAO Rongbo earned his Ph.D. in Ecology from the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences at the Chinese Academy of Sciences —a premier institution in environmental research in China. His doctoral training emphasized urban environmental systems, land surface temperature, ecological modeling, and spatial analysis . Through interdisciplinary research and technical rigor, he developed expertise in eco-environmental monitoring, biochar remediation, and spatial ecological patterns . He also holds earlier degrees in related environmental and geographic sciences, building a solid academic foundation for his research and professional trajectory . This elite academic background positioned him for leadership in both academia and applied environmental innovation .
💼 Experience
Dr. XIAO Rongbo is currently Dean of the Department of Geography and Environmental Economics at Guangdong University of Finance & Economics , where he oversees research, curriculum development, and policy engagement in environmental and urban studies . He has led major national research programs, including the National Key R&D Program and Guangdong’s Key-Area Tech Initiatives , focusing on carbon footprints, soil pollution, and biodiversity monitoring. With over two decades of experience, he has served as project director, advisor, and principal investigator across urban ecology, environmental planning, and smart monitoring technologies . He also actively contributes to policy and national technical standards as Deputy Director of the Regional Ecological Committee of the Chinese Ecological Society and member of the Urban Sustainable Development Standards Committee .
🏅 Awards & Honors
Dr. XIAO Rongbo is the recipient of multiple prestigious honors: Expert with special State Council allowance , Leading Talent by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment , and High-Level Scientific Leader by the Ministry of Natural Resources . He won the First-Class Science and Technology Award from the Ministry of Ecology and Environment , First Prize from the Chinese Society of Landscape Architecture , and Second Prize in National Environmental Protection and Science Progress . Additionally, he received the Chinese Society of Environmental Sciences’ First Young Scientist Award . His consistent excellence and leadership in ecological science and technology have earned him widespread national recognition, affirming his role as one of China’s most impactful environmental scholars .
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. XIAO Rongbo’s research centers on urban ecology, soil pollution remediation, carbon footprint analysis, and eco-environmental modeling . He specializes in smart environmental monitoring, integrating AI and machine learning to analyze biodiversity and heavy metal pollution impacts . His studies address urban thermal environments, ecological product valuation, and sustainable urban development frameworks . With cutting-edge projects funded by NSFC and national R&D programs, he leads innovations in big data–driven environmental planning . Dr. Xiao’s interdisciplinary approach merges geography, remote sensing, and environmental economics to support eco-city construction, climate adaptation, and low-carbon urban strategies . He aims to bridge science and policy through actionable, data-informed solutions for China’s urban environmental challenges .
🏁 Conclusion
Dr. XIAO Rongbo is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a distinguished career marked by high-impact research, national leadership, and scientific innovation. His contributions in urban ecology, pollution control, and environmental modeling make him a standout researcher in China’s environmental science community.
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