Hunan Institute of Technology | China
Author Profile
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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Professor Zhaohui Pang began his academic journey with a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and technical education, which eventually led him into the specialized fields of building energy efficiency and water treatment technologies. His passion for research and his commitment to academic excellence marked the early stages of his career, guiding him toward both teaching and applied scientific development. His early pursuits laid a robust groundwork for his extensive involvement in both theoretical and applied scientific research.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Over the course of his career, Professor Pang has held several prestigious positions, most notably serving as a Professor and Postgraduate Supervisor for Master's Degree Candidates at the Hunan Institute of Technology. His responsibilities extend beyond classroom teaching into research guidance and project leadership. He has played a pivotal role in overseeing more than 10 significant scientific research and educational reform projects at provincial, ministerial, and higher administrative levels. His professional journey reflects a balanced integration of academic mentorship, research development, and institutional service.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON COMMUNITY NETWORK
Professor Pang’s primary research areas include building energy efficiency, water treatment theory and technology, and biological networks, especially community networks within the ecological domain. His diverse research has culminated in over 30 peer-reviewed publications, the authorship of two monographs, and editorial contributions to five key academic textbooks. In the domain of innovation, he has secured four national invention patents and eight utility model patents, showcasing a strong commitment to translating theoretical research into practical applications. His recent article, "Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas," published in Ecological Indicators (2025), highlights his interest in ecological and environmental systems, particularly urban biodiversity and conservation.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
The impact of Professor Pang’s work extends into academic, environmental, and technological domains. His scientific leadership has been acknowledged through numerous roles as a review and evaluation expert, including appointments such as a member of the Science and Technology Project Review Expert Database of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Expert of the World Vocational College Skills Competition, and Comprehensive Bidding Evaluation Expert and Construction Project Review Expert of Hunan Province. These roles not only demonstrate his technical credibility but also position him as a trusted evaluator in national-level scientific and educational initiatives.
ACADEMIC CITES AND RECOGNITION
Professor Pang’s academic contributions are recognized through his scholarly publications and the notable awards he has received. He earned the Second Prize of the Hunan Provincial Teaching Achievement Award, reflecting his excellence in pedagogical innovation and impact on teaching outcomes. Moreover, his mentorship has led to student teams winning multiple national-level BIM competition awards, indicating the effectiveness of his guidance and the practical relevance of his training. His work is increasingly cited in research focused on environmental systems, infrastructure efficiency, and community ecology.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Looking ahead, Professor Pang’s legacy is expected to grow through his continued commitment to interdisciplinary research and educational development. His influence is evident in the generation of young researchers he mentors and the practical technologies and methodologies derived from his research. As sustainability and urban ecological concerns become increasingly central to public policy and technological advancement, Professor Pang’s work on energy efficiency, water treatment, and ecological networks will likely gain even more relevance. His blend of academic rigor, innovation, and real-world application positions him as a thought leader poised to make lasting contributions in both academic and practical arenas.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT HIGHLIGHTS
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Affiliated with Hunan Institute of Technology, contributing significantly to institutional research reputation.
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Engaged in research within the biological networks domain, with a focus on community networks.
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Played an essential role in integrating ecological understanding with urban infrastructure planning, particularly through meta-community network analysis.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
"Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas"
- Author: Che Xianli, Peng Wenchaoting, Zhang Min, Tang Haolan, Jiang Jiewei, Xie Wentao, Pang Zhaohui, Zou Fasheng
- Journal: Education Sciences
- Year: 2025