Hanlin Zhou

Hanlin Zhou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Geography, Sustainability, Community, and Urban Studies Education at the University of Connecticut. His research bridges Geographic Information Science (GIS), Public Health, and Environmental Criminology.

Education

• Ph.D., University of Toronto (2024)

Research Interests

Hanlin Zhou specializes in Geographic Information Science and Systems, Human-Environment Dynamics, and the Spatial Analysis of Social Issues. His work leverages advanced geospatial technologies, including Street View Imagery, GPS Data, and Satellite Nightlight Analysis, to investigate urban safety, public health, and human mobility patterns. Recent projects explore how perceived safety in built environments influences street crime, the role of socioeconomic factors in food visitation behaviors, and the application of Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI) to address global challenges like climate change and pandemic response.

Trends in Recent Publications

Dr. Zhou's 15 most recent articles (2023-2025) focus on spatial non-stationarity in crime modeling, the interplay between urban design and public safety, and health outcomes linked to environmental exposure. Key methodologies include geographically weighted regression, ambient population analysis via social media, and crowdsourcing techniques applied to safety perception studies. Topics span from theft patterns on arterial streets to diabetes risk factors tied to socioeconomic environments, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to urban systems.

Contact Information

Email: hanlin.zhou@uconn.edu
Office: Philip E. Austin Building, Room 433 (Storrs campus)