Zihan Dong | Sensor Data | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Zihan Dong | Sensor Data | Best Researcher Award

Doctoral Student | Chengdu University of Technology | China

Zihan Dong is a doctoral student at Chengdu University of Technology, with a strong academic and research foundation in environmental science and ecological studies. She has shown remarkable dedication to the study of soil and vegetation patterns, particularly in alpine ecosystems. Her research emphasizes practical and digital techniques in ecological restoration and conservation. She has collaborated on several national and institutional research projects and has authored peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals. Zihan Dong’s current work focuses on spatial ecological modeling, soil data mapping, and environmental analysis using advanced geospatial tools and statistical software.

Publication Profile

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Education Background

Zihan Dong earned her undergraduate degree from Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, where she distinguished herself with school-level honors and was titled an Outstanding Graduate. She further pursued her master’s degree at Anhui Agricultural University, receiving the Second-Class Scholarship and recognition as an Outstanding Communist Youth League Member. She is currently continuing her academic journey as a Ph.D. student at Chengdu University of Technology. Her educational background reflects consistent academic performance, leadership in student activities, and a growing interest in ecological science and data-driven environmental research.

Professional Experience

Zihan Dong has built significant experience through her academic and research roles, including contributions to soil moisture analysis and conservation planning at the Water and Soil Conservation Demonstration Park. At the Chinese Academy of Forestry Sciences in Beijing, she was involved in projects focusing on vegetation diversity and ecological security. She actively participated in the High-Precision Digital Forest Soil Attribute Mapping Project and contributed to national-level investigations on biodiversity in the Animaceng Mountain region. Her work integrates field studies with digital analysis tools like ArcGIS, ENVI, and R to support sustainable environmental management.

Awards and Honors

Zihan Dong has been honored multiple times for her academic excellence and leadership. During her undergraduate studies, she received the School-level Outstanding Student Award, the Outstanding League Member Award, and the Outstanding Student Leader Award at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University. She was also recognized as an Outstanding Graduate. At Anhui Agricultural University, she earned a Second-Class Scholarship and was named an Outstanding Communist Youth League Member during her master’s program. These awards reflect her consistent academic achievements, leadership contributions, and active engagement in university and community initiatives.

Research Focus

Zihan Dong’s research is rooted in environmental science with a particular focus on alpine ecosystems, soil moisture monitoring, vegetation diversity, and ecological security frameworks. She utilizes spatial modeling tools and software such as ArcGIS, ENVI, CAD, and R language to analyze ecological data. Her research has contributed to mapping vegetation patterns and habitat quality in mountainous regions of Qinghai Province, China. She aims to develop sustainable environmental management strategies using geospatial and ecological modeling techniques. Her ongoing work contributes to national investigations and advances ecological restoration planning and biodiversity conservation.

Top Publications

  1. Spatial Distribution Patterns of Herbaceous Vegetation Diversity and Environmental Drivers in the Subalpine Ecosystem of Anyemaqen Mountains, Qinghai Province, China
    Published Year: 2024
    Cited by: 8

  2. Analysis of Habitat Quality Changes in Mountainous Areas Using the PLUS Model and Construction of a Dynamic Restoration Framework for Ecological Security Patterns: A Case Study of Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China
    Published Year: 2025
    Cited by: 4

Conclusion

Zihan Dong exemplifies the integration of academic rigor and practical environmental research. Her dedication to ecological science, demonstrated through high-impact publications, recognized academic achievements, and involvement in key national projects, highlights her growing influence in the field. As she continues her doctoral studies at Chengdu University of Technology, she remains committed to producing research that contributes to sustainable development and biodiversity protection. Her technical proficiency and analytical abilities make her a promising contributor to ecological sciences and environmental conservation initiatives in China and beyond.