Jing Ma

Jing Ma is a Lecturer at Luleå University of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering, specifically within the Architecture and Water division. Her work focuses on architecture and urban planning in Arctic regions, with particular attention to sustainable development in northern communities.

Her research interests include Arctic architecture, sustainable urban planning for northern communities, climate-responsive design, and the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Arctic cities. Dr. Ma's work bridges architectural practice with environmental sustainability in challenging northern contexts.

Analysis of her recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a strong focus on Arctic urbanism, with particular attention to sustainable development challenges in northern communities. Her research examines how standard sustainability frameworks can be adapted to unique Arctic conditions, explores the specific qualities that make Arctic villages attractive, and investigates practical infrastructure challenges like snow management in northern urban environments. This work demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach combining architecture, urban planning, and environmental science.

Her collaborative research involves multiple international partners across Nordic countries and Japan, indicating strong international connections in her field. Current projects include the "Arctic Chair in architecture and planning: mapping SDGs in Arctic towns" and "Mapping Norrbotten's Green Transition."

Dr. Ma teaches sustainable urban planning and architecture specifically tailored for Arctic contexts, as evidenced by her publication on "Arctic-tecture" pedagogy. Her work addresses the unique challenges of designing for extreme northern environments while maintaining community viability and sustainability.