About Me

👋 About Me

I am a hydrologist and interdisciplinary researcher working at the intersection of water resources, hydrology, remote sensing, machine learning, and coupled human–natural systems. My work integrates advanced hydrological modeling and data-driven methods to address the global challenge of water scarcity, with the goal of supporting resilient and sustainable water management strategies.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences from the China University of Geosciences (Beijing), a Master’s in Earth and Environmental Engineering from Columbia University, and a Master of Science in Computer and Information Technology from the University of Pennsylvania. This diverse academic background enables me to approach water challenges from both physical science and computational perspectives.

Currently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences at Michigan State University, where I am advised by Dr. Lifeng Luo. I am also completing a dual major in Environmental Science and Policy, with a focus on climate variability and policy-relevant research.

🌱 Research Interests

Water resources modeling and management
Machine learning applications in hydrology
Climate change impacts on water systems
Hydrological forecasting and prediction

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences (2020–2025)
Michigan State University, Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences
Ph.D. (Dual Major) in Environmental Science and Policy (2020–2025) Michigan State University, Environmental Science and Policy Program
M.S. in Computer and Information Technology (2020–2024)
University of Pennsylvania, Computer and Information Technology Program
M.S. in Earth and Environmental Engineering (2017–2019)
Columbia University, Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering
B.S. in Marine Sciences (2012–2016)
China University of Geosciences (Beijing), School of Ocean Sciences
B.B.A. in Business Administration (2014–2016)
China University of Geosciences (Beijing), School of Economics and Management

🔬 Research Experience

Visiting Researcher (May 2025–Present)
Dr. Ximing Cai’s Lab, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Research Intern (Apr 2025–Present)
Spatial Data Lab, Harvard University
Research Assistant (Sep 2021–Present)
Hydroclimatology Research Group, Michigan State University
Research Assistant (Sep 2018–May 2019)
Columbia Water Center, Columbia University

📚 Teaching Experience

Instructor (May–Jun 2025; May–Aug 2021)
GEO 203V Introduction to Meteorology, Michigan State University
Instructor (Sep–Dec 2022)
GEO 221Lv Introduction to Geographic Information Lab, Michigan State University
Teaching Assistant (Jan–Dec 2024)
ESE 5410 Machine Learning for Data Science, University of Pennsylvania
Teaching Assistant (Jan–Apr 2021)
GEO 337 Geography of East Asia, Michigan State University
Teaching Assistant (Sep–Dec 2020; Jan–Apr 2021)
ISS 315 Global Diversity and Interdependence, Michigan State University
Teaching Assistant (Sep–Dec 2020)
GEO 203 Introduction to Meteorology, Michigan State University

🤝 Leadership & Service Experience