Sun Yat-sen univeristy - China
Author Profile
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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Qing Liu began his academic journey with a strong focus on geography and urban planning. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Geography and Urban-Rural Planning from Northwest University, China, where he excelled with a GPA rank of 3.58/4. His passion for urban and regional planning continued at Lanzhou University, where he completed his Master of Science in 2021 with an impressive GPA rank of 91.68/100. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Human Geography at Sun Yat-sen University, further advancing his academic pursuits with a visiting doctorate position at the National University of Singapore under the supervision of Prof. Henry Wai-Chung Yeung.
💼 Professional Endeavors
Dr. Liu’s professional endeavors are centered around his role as a PhD candidate and researcher. His expertise in human geography, particularly in global value chains (GVC) and global production networks (GPN), has led him to focus his research on the electronics industry. His visiting doctorate at the National University of Singapore has allowed him to collaborate with leading academics in the field, broadening his research on globalization, world cities, and the intersection of global production networks and world city networks (WCN).
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Qing Liu's research is focused on the global production network, specifically within the electronics industry. His work explores how these networks integrate into global value chains and their connections with world city networks. By examining the intersections of globalization and urban dynamics, Dr. Liu contributes significantly to understanding how cities function as nodes in the broader global production network. His analysis of how the electronics industry is embedded within these networks sheds new light on both economic and urban planning processes in the context of globalization.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Dr. Liu’s research has had a notable impact on the fields of human geography and urban planning, particularly through his study of the global production network and its interactions with world city networks. His work helps to clarify the role of cities as crucial hubs in global value chains, influencing both policy-making and economic strategies in urban regions. His collaboration with Prof. Henry Wai-Chung Yeung at the National University of Singapore further amplifies his influence, as his research is positioned at the cutting edge of global production and urban studies.
🏆Academic Cites
Dr. Qing Liu’s work has garnered citations in prominent journals, reflecting the growing recognition of his contributions to the study of global value chains and urban networks. His research on the electronics industry within the global production network has provided valuable insights, making his work a key reference for scholars and professionals exploring similar topics. The integration of globalization, world cities, and production networks in his research continues to shape discussions and debates in academic circles.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
As Dr. Qing Liu continues his academic career, his contributions to the field of human geography are expected to have a lasting impact. His ongoing research into the global production network, combined with his focus on world city networks, positions him as a future leader in global urban studies. His ability to bridge the gap between economic geography and urban planning ensures that his work will continue to influence both academic research and practical applications in globalized urban environments.
📝Global Production Network
Dr. Liu’s significant research contributions in the context of the global production network highlight its intersection with globalization, urban planning, and world city networks. By focusing on the electronics industry within the global production network, Dr. Liu provides insights into how urban regions serve as key nodes in global value chains, with his research shaping future studies in these interconnected fields.
Notable Publication
📝Spatial organization and network externalities of the cluster networks in China's semiconductor industry: A view on production segments of semiconductor industrial value chain
Authors: Liu, Q., Xue, D., Huang, G., Jiang, X.
Journal: Dili Yanjiu
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Direct search or remote search? Export market expansion path for firms in underdeveloped areas - evidence from the five cities of the Hexi Corridor, China
Authors: Cao, W., Yang, Y., Guo, Q., Liu, Q.
Journal: Post-Communist Economies
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Globalization path of cultural tourism cities based on residents’ perception: A case of Dunhuang City, China
Authors: Wang, Y., Yang, Y., Liu, Q., Lu, Z., He, Y.
Journal: Arid Land Geography
Year: 2023
Citations: 0
📝Heterogeneity and the determinants of PM2.5 in the Yangtze River Economic Belt
Authors: Xia, S., Liu, X., Liu, Q., Zhou, Y., Yang, Y.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2022
Citations: 8
📝The Multiple Cooperative Mechanism and Globalization Path of Small Inland Cities in China: A Showcase Study of Dunhuang, China
Authors: Liu, Q., Yang, Y., Meng, Q., Man, S., Wang, Y.
Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Year: 2022
Citations: 5
📝Exploring the complex structural evolution of global primary product trade network
Authors: Jiang, X., Liu, Q., Wang, S.
Journal: Regional Sustainability
Year: 2022
Citations: 4