Doctoral candidate, ocean university of china, china✨
Xiaohan Fang is a passionate researcher specializing in Marine Sustainable Development and Integrated Marine Management. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Management at Ocean University of China, he has a strong academic background in enterprise management and economics. His research focuses on climate change impacts on fisheries, marine economy sustainability, and the role of digital technologies in ocean governance. Through advanced methodologies such as machine learning, econometric modeling, and sustainability assessments, he aims to develop innovative solutions for marine resource management. Recognized with multiple academic scholarships and conference paper awards, Xiaohan remains committed to interdisciplinary research that bridges economic development and environmental sustainability. 🌊📊
Profile
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Education 🎓
Xiaohan Fang is currently pursuing a Doctor of Management at the Institute of Marine Development, Ocean University of China, focusing on Marine Sustainable Development and Integrated Marine Management. His doctoral studies include courses in Modern Economic Theory, Advanced Econometrics, and Global Ocean Governance, maintaining a GPA of 3.8/4. Prior to this, he obtained a Master’s degree in Enterprise Management from the same university, where he specialized in decision-making methods, econometrics, and advanced management theories, achieving a GPA of 3.9/4. He completed his undergraduate studies in Economics at Shandong University of Finance and Economics, excelling in subjects such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, and applied statistics, graduating with a GPA of 3.9/4. 🎓📖
Experience 💼
With a strong commitment to research and academic excellence, Xiaohan Fang has been actively involved in multiple research projects and academic collaborations. At Laoshan National Laboratory, under the guidance of Professor Wenju Cai, he is conducting research on climate change and fisheries economics, utilizing future climate scenario models to predict economic impacts on marine industries. Additionally, he is leading research in deep-sea technological innovation and industrial development in Shandong Province, aiming to balance ecological sustainability with socio-economic growth. His work on marine ecosystem surveys in the Northwestern Pacific leverages eDNA technology and predictive models to assess fishery sustainability. Apart from research, he has also contributed as a teaching assistant in courses on Entrepreneurship Management and Sales Management at the School of Management, Ocean University of China. 📊🌍
Research Interests 🔍
Xiaohan Fang’s research is centered on marine economy sustainability, fisheries management, and climate change adaptation. He explores the economic and ecological impacts of climate change on global fisheries, integrating machine learning and econometric models to enhance marine policy-making and resource management. His work delves into digital technologies’ role in blue economy development, assessing how AI, big data, and smart monitoring systems can optimize marine resource utilization and conservation strategies. Passionate about interdisciplinary research, he seeks to bridge environmental science, economics, and technology to develop holistic solutions for the sustainable management of marine ecosystems. 🌱🌊
Awards & Honors 🏆
Xiaohan Fang has received multiple awards recognizing his academic excellence and research contributions. He was honored with the Outstanding Conference Paper Award at the 6th China Marine Development Research Youth Forum (2024) and at the China Context, Digital Intelligence Era, Marketing Management Innovation and Discipline Construction International Academic Conference (2024). His academic achievements earned him the Waves Scholarship from Ocean University of China (2022), along with a First-Class Academic Scholarship (2019) from the same institution. During his undergraduate studies, he received a Second-Class Scholarship (2019) from Shandong University of Finance and Economics. These accolades highlight his dedication to advancing marine research and policy development. 🏅📖
Publications 📚
The impact of climate change and economic development on the catches of small pelagic fisheries | Marine Policy, 2025
An evaluation of marine economy sustainable development and the ramifications of digital technologies in China coastal regions | Economic Analysis and Policy, 2024
Efficiency Analysis of China Deep-Sea Cage Aquaculture Based on the SBM-Malmquist Model | Fishes, 2023
Research on the influencing factors of business teachers’ teaching quality: PLS-SEM and ANN approach | The International Journal of Management Education, 2025 (Under Review)
Research on the driving factors and predictive pathways of higher education student satisfaction: A multidimensional approach | Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, 2025
Conclusion
Xiaohan Fang is highly deserving of consideration for the Best Researcher Award. His impressive academic background, cutting-edge research contributions, and commitment to sustainable development in marine studies make him a strong candidate. As his career progresses, he will likely continue to make meaningful contributions that will impact both the academic community and real-world policy.