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Learn about Qinjing Luo, Development Planning MPhil/PhD student starting her studies in 2023.
About Qinjing Luo
Here is Qinjing Luo, a Chinese student of the Development Planning MPhil/PhD course at The Bartlett Development Planning Unit. Qinjing speaks English and Mandarin Chinese.
Qinjing's thesis is 'Exploring the Role of Peri-Urban Agriculture in Augmenting Urban Health: A Comprehensive Investigation within the Food System Framework of Global Megacities' where they will be exploring key topics in urban green space, urban agriculture, urban health, planetary health, and the food system framework.
Qinjing's background
“I am currently navigating a compelling intellectual journey as a PhD candidate specializing in Development Planning at The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London (UCL). My foundational academic background began with a unique 2+2 undergraduate programmer at the Xi’an Jiao tong-Liverpool University, allowing me to delve deeply into Business Management studies in Suzhou Province, China, and study my final undergrad year the university of Liverpool, UK. This foundation paved the way for a master’s in development management at UCL, where my passionate inquiry into urban environments took root.
Qinjing's research and professional experiences
Nurtured by the insights garnered during my Master’s, my research now assiduously explores the intricate complexities of urban environments, emphasizing their symbiotic relationships with sustainability and human well-being. The past two years have been a period of professional enrichment, with my portfolio blossoming through strategic sustainability planning projects, collaborations with consulting firms, and deep engagements in agricultural study tours in southern China.
Blending academia with artistry, I also flourish as an independent landscape photographer, a pursuit that has been celebrated with recognition by Vogue magazine. This creative expression not only ignites my imagination but also enhances my academic investigations, enabling a richer appreciation of the diverse dimensions of natural and urban landscapes.
Qinjing's research aims
Conclusively, my scholarly odyssey is woven into a vivid tapestry of multidisciplinary insights, each strand contributing uniquely to a nuanced exploration of urban ecological landscapes and their intrinsic relevance to human thriving.
Primary supervisor: Dr Liza Griffin
Secondary Supervisor: Professor Robert Biel
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