Sun Yat-sen University, China
Xiao Yaqi is a master's student at Sun Yat-sen University's School of Geography and Planning, specializing in National Space Planning and Smart Urban and Rural Construction. A dedicated scholar and a passionate community contributor, she brings a strong interdisciplinary foundation in marine science and geography to her academic and project work. Xiao is recognized for her outstanding achievements, having won several prestigious awards and scholarships, and she actively participates in cultural, academic, and volunteer activities.
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Education 🎓
Ms. Xiao Yaqi is pursuing a Master’s degree in Geography and Planning (2022-2025) at Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, where her studies focus on cutting-edge topics like Big Data and Spatial Analysis and Machine Learning in Geoscience Applications. She previously earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences (2018-2022) from the same institution in Zhuhai, achieving a GPA of 3.9/5.0 and ranking among the top 7% of her class.
Experience 💼
Ms. Xiao Yaqi has gained diverse experience through her roles in research, teaching, and student leadership. At the Guangdong Provincial Marine Development Planning Research Center (2024.07-2024.09), she conducted island planning and ecological protection research, delivering a detailed analysis report. Her involvement in Zhuhai marine economy projects (2024.01-2024.09) focused on carbon emissions, green industry upgrades, and economic development, leading to impactful policy recommendations. Additionally, as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (2022.09-2023.09), she supported courses on Human Geography and Big Data Applications, efficiently managing course materials and assignments. Her five-year commitment to Sun Yat-sen University’s Student Union (2018-2023) saw her organizing cultural and academic events, significantly enriching campus life.
Research Interests 🔬
Urban and Regional Planning
Focused on smart city development, Ms. Xiao Yaqi explores innovative approaches to urban management, integrating technology and sustainable practices to enhance urban functionality and resilience.
Marine Science and Economy
Her expertise extends to marine science, with an emphasis on carbon emissions reduction, ecological sustainability, and fostering green industry upgrades to support the blue economy.
GIS and Remote Sensing Applications
Proficient in GIS and remote sensing technologies, Ms. Xiao applies these tools in geography and marine studies to analyze spatial patterns and inform data-driven decision-making.
Awards 🏆
Sun Yat-sen University Scholarship First Prize (2022)
Outstanding Student Third Prize (2019, 2020, 2021)
Star Volunteer (2022, 2023)
Publication 📚
Impact of Turbidity on Satellite-Derived Bathymetry: Comparative Analysis Across Seven Ports in the South China Sea
Journal: Remote Sensing; Publication Date: November 2024; Contributors: Chunzhu Wei, Yaqi Xiao, Dongjie Fu, Tingting ZhouLink. Link