Assoc.Prof.Dr at Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment, CAS, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hui Yu demonstrates exceptional innovation in digital-ecological systems integration, with real-world impacts across mountain development, ecological restoration, and policy planning in China. His work is characterized by strong interdisciplinary collaboration, policy relevance, and a solid foundation of scientific rigor.
Professional Profile
Education
While specific degree details were not explicitly listed, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hui Yu holds a doctoral-level academic qualification, evident from his title and extensive research background. His advanced education laid the foundation for his specialization in environmental science, digital-intelligent planning, and ecological restoration, which he has applied extensively through national and provincial-level research initiatives.
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hui Yu currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Technology Innovation Center for Southwest Land Space Ecological Restoration and Comprehensive Renovation, Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), China. He is affiliated with the Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences. He has successfully led more than 20 significant national and provincial research projects and plays an active role in project evaluation for government initiatives, including mid-term reviews and ecological monitoring programs. His career combines research, leadership, digital innovation, and public sector consultancy.
Skills and Expertise
Dr. Hui Yu possesses interdisciplinary expertise in mountain development and planning, land consolidation, ecological restoration, digital-intelligent planning, project evaluation and management, as well as environmental carrying capacity assessment and early warning systems. He is highly skilled in data processing and digital transformation in the context of ecological and environmental planning.
Research Focus
His research is primarily centered around ecological and spatial restoration in mountainous regions, with an emphasis on comprehensive land planning. His innovative work has contributed to the development of industrial chain innovation systems in resource and environmental management. He also plays a vital role in third-party project evaluations, such as the Beautiful China Initiative and Tibet’s Five-Year Plan mid-term review, among others.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Hui Yu has been recognized with two ministerial-level scientific awards for his outstanding research contributions. He is also listed as a Sichuan Provincial Academic and Technical Leader Reserve Candidate, underlining his leadership potential in scientific and technological development in China.
Publication
- Effects of Comprehensive Land Consolidation on Farmers’ Livelihood Under Different Terrain Gradients
Authors: Rongshan Wan, Hui Yu, Dan Zhang, Bo Yang, Yanhong Huang
Journal: Land
Year: 2025
Citations: Not yet cited (newly published)
- Grass-Livestock Balance-Based Grassland Ecological Carrying Capability and Sustainable Strategy in the Yellow River Source National Park, Tibet Plateau, China
Authors: Hui Yu, Bin-tao Liu, Gen-xu Wang, Tong-zuo Zhang, Yan Yang, Ya-qiong Lu, You-xue Xu, Min Huang, Yi Yang, Lv Zhang
Journal: Journal of Mountain Science
Year: 2021
Citations: 27 citations
- Driving Forces for the Spatial Reconstruction of Rural Settlements in Mountainous Areas Based on Structural Equation Models: A Case Study in Western China
Authors: Jia Zhong, Shaoquan Liu, Min Huang, Sha Cao, Hui Yu
Journal: Land
Year: 2021
Citations: 15+ citations
- Water-Facing Distribution and Suitability Space for Rural Mountain Settlements Based on Fractal Theory, South-Western China
Authors: Hui Yu, Yong Luo, Pengshan Li, Wei Dong, Shulin Yu, Xianghe Gao
Journal: Land
Year: 2021
Citations: 10+ citations
- Territorial Suitability Assessment and Function Zoning in the Jiuzhaigou Earthquake-Stricken Area
Authors: Hui Yu, Miao Qiang, Shao-quan Liu
Journal: Journal of Mountain Science
Year: 2019
Citations: 24 citations
Conclusion
Highly Recommended for the Best Innovation Award. His unique blend of environmental science, digital planning, and sustainable land use technologies reflects a forward-thinking and applied research approach, aligning well with the values and criteria of the award.