Qiuxiao Chen is a senior scholar in spatial planning and urban studies with extensive expertise in GIS, remote sensing, big-data analytics, and regional and urban planning. His academic work bridges advanced geospatial technologies with practical planning applications, focusing on urban vitality, underground space utilization, polycentric development, public facilities, and sustainable land-use strategies. He has led numerous nationally and provincially funded research and planning projects addressing high-quality urban development, territorial spatial planning, youth-oriented cities, and industry–city–human integration. His research outputs include a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals, as well as influential textbooks and book chapters on GIS and computer-aided urban planning. He has also contributed to software development and policy-relevant planning practices. In addition, he plays an active role in academic and professional service, contributing to disciplinary committees and planning societies. His work has received multiple awards recognizing innovation and impact in urban and rural planning.
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