Cartography is a charming journey. I am always on the way.

After completing my Ph.D., I hope to pursue opportunities where I can combine my strengths in cartography, visual storytelling, and geospatial development. I specialize in designing static and interactive web maps that translate complex geographic data into clear, compelling, and visually engaging experiences for public and professional audiences. Drawing on geospatial science and emerging technologies, I aim to explore new ways of telling stories through maps, helping people understand the world and make informed decisions.

I will continue playing my role via maps, as I regard myself as a Map Evangelist. I actively share my work across online mapping communities, as well as through invited talks, map galleries, exhibitions, and community events. I believe in the power of maps to shape understanding, spark action, and build shared vision.

I come from Zibo 淄博, a historical and industrial city in eastern China (see my award-winning Zibo Map of Culture and Tourism). I used to live in Jinan 濟南, Zhuhai 珠海, Taipei 臺北 (Taiwan), Guangzhou 廣州, Athens (GA), Madison/Middleton (WI), Cupertino (CA), and San Jose (CA). As a geography person (an "Atlas"), I keep learning from not only classroom and books, but also nature and our society. I believe that technology should provide more insights in understanding the geographic environment, and serving society.

Besides the academic and professional advances, I also love exploring the world via my hobbies: