Personal profile

Personal profile

Biman Xie is a PhD student in Urban Planning and Design at the Design School, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU).

Her research focuses on integrating urban planning, environmental sustainability, and social equity, reflecting our commitment to innovative and inclusive solutions. With a cross-disciplinary background in Environmental Engineering and Urban Planning, she tackles the Urban Transition Challenge—navigating the balance between advancing technical efficiency through the Smart-Green agenda and fostering social inclusion via the Smart-Inclusive agenda amidst rapid smart transformation.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Research areas

  • Smart City
  • Inclusive Development
  • Carbon Neutrality

Person Types

  • Students