معرفی
Dr. Yiping Dong is a Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. Their academic focus centers on industrial heritage conservation, urban planning, and the intersection of cultural heritage with contemporary urban development. They specialize in analyzing the transformation of industrial sites into heritage landmarks, particularly in rapidly developing cities like Shanghai. Recent work includes a critical study of waterfront industrial area conservation processes in booming urban contexts.
Research interests emphasize the societal and political dimensions of heritage production, including how industrial heritage sites mediate between historical preservation and modern urbanization. They actively contribute to debates on heritage tourism, community engagement in conservation projects, and the role of architecture in shaping collective memory.
Professional activities include participation in international academic conferences, such as presenting on industrial heritage in post-industrial cities. Their work bridges architectural practice, urban policy, and cultural studies to address challenges in heritage-led urban regeneration.
