Dr Ying Xu
Dr Ying Xu is an applied economist affiliated with the Water, Environment and Food (WEF) economics policy group in the College of Business, Government and Law. Dr Xu’s research encompasses theoretical and empirical analyses of natural resource economics and management—particularly concerning water, forests, and land use—as well as the impacts of climate change on agricultural production and resource use. Her work also addresses broader environmental and health challenges, shedding light on how resource limitations, environmental pollution, and climate change influence economic returns, ecosystem services, and public well-being.
Currently, Dr Xu’s key research interests include:
Natural resource economics and management
Climate change implications for agriculture and natural resource use
Agricultural development and natural resource protection in developing countries
Health economics
By integrating insights from multiple disciplines, Dr Xu’s research aims to inform policies and strategies that balance economic development, environmental stewardship, and the health of communities globally.