Zhihan Tao

Zhihan Tao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of Illinois. Their research focuses on the intersection of urban development, environmental stewardship, and social vulnerability, particularly in post-disaster recovery contexts. Recent work examines material reuse, stormwater management, and property value impacts through projects like the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.

Research interests include:

• Post-disaster urban resilience
• Sustainable material practices in construction
• Economic impacts of landscape design
• Green infrastructure performance metrics

Collaborations with colleagues like Newman and Zhu highlight interdisciplinary work in Texas and Japan. No scientific awards or student advising details are documented in the provided text.