Dr. Yuze Wang | Resource and Environmental Economics | Young Scientist Award

Doctorate at Huazhong Agricultural University, China

Yuze Wang, an Associate Professor at Huazhong Agricultural University, holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Hunan University. Specializing in Resource and Environmental Economics and Health Economics, she has been a visiting scholar at Aarhus University. Her research, published in SSCI journals like China Economic Review and Social Science & Medicine, explores the intersection of environmental regulations and public health. Wang has led several national research projects and received multiple accolades, including the China Youth Achievement Award in Humanities and Social Sciences (2024), highlighting her impactful contributions to policy optimization and environmental regulation analysis.

Publication Profile

Scopus

Research and Innovations:

Completed/Ongoing Research Projects: 7

1. Environmental regulations and public health: Effects, spatial spillovers, and policy optimization
   • Date: 01/2023 – present
   • Funding: National Natural Science Foundation Youth Project of China
   • Role: Principal Investigator
   • Description: Evaluates the effectiveness of environmental regulations from a health improvement perspective.
2. Air quality, environmental regulation, and public health
   • Date: 01/2022 – present
   • Funding: The Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China
   • Role: Principal Investigator
   • Description: Explores how air quality and environmental regulations interact to affect public health.
3. A study on the social externality of traffic pollution and its impact on public health
   • Date: 11/2017 – 12/2022
   • Funding: National Social Science Fund Major Project of China
   • Role: Principal Investigator of the sub-project
   • Description: Provided evidence on the impact of traffic emissions on public health.
4. Research on China’s food security strategy under the new situation
   • Date: 12/2022 – present
   • Funding: National Social Science Fund Major Project of China
   • Role: Research Participant
   • Description: Studies the price formation mechanism of the grain market and related agricultural policies.
5. Research on the coordinated development of economy, politics, society, culture, and ecology
   • Date: 09/2015 – 12/2016
   • Funding: National Social Science Fund Major Project of China
   • Role: Research Participant
   • Description: Investigated support systems promoting the coordinated development of China’s regional economy.
6. A Study on the impact of traffic pollution on public health
   • Date: 12/2018 – 12/2020
   • Funding: Graduate Research Project of Hunan Province
   • Role: Principal Investigator
   • Description: Studied the impact of traffic emissions on public health and medical costs.
7. Research on the effect of foreign direct investment on income gap of home country
   • Date: 11/2017 – 12/2018
   • Funding: Hunan Province International Economic and International Engineering Management Center Project
   • Role: Principal Investigator
   • Description: Explored the effect of OFDI on income inequality.

Citation Index:

• Notable Publications:

Wang Y, Eriksson T*, Luo N. “The Health Impacts of Two Policies Regulating SO₂ Air Pollution: Evidence from China.” China Economic Review, 2023, 78, No. 101937. SSCI, Citation Frequency: 13. Hao Z, Zhang X, Wang Y*. “Assessing the Accuracy of Self-reported Health Expenditure Data: Evidence from Two Public Surveys in China.” Social Science & Medicine, 2024, 356: 117155. SSCI, Citation Frequency: 0. Wang Y, Luo N*. “Air Pollution, Health Depreciation and Medical Costs: Research Based on Physical, Mental Health, and Social Adaptability.” Economic Research Journal, 2020, 55(12): 80-97. CSSCI, Citation Frequency: 79. Wang Y, Luo N*, Liu W. “What Leverage is Beneficial to Firm Innovation.” China Industrial Economics, 2019, 372(03): 138-155. CSSCI, Citation Frequency: 762. Wang Y, Luo N*. “The Effect of Outward Foreign Direct Investment on Income Inequality in Home Country: A Study Based on Transnational Panel Data.” Chinese Journal of Management Science, 2019, 27(04): 1-12. CSSCI, Citation Frequency: 45.

Total Journals Published (SCI, Scopus, etc.): 12

Consultancy/Industry Projects: 6

Actively Solving the Future “Who Will Farm the Land Problem” Government Consulting Project, 2023.09 – 2024.04. Invasive Alien Species and Their Impact on Rice Government Consulting Project, 2023.03 – 2023.08. Issues and Suggestions for Promoting the Construction of High-standard Farmland in Central China Government Consulting Project, 2022.01 – 2022.08. Main Institutional Arrangements for Methane Emission Reduction in Rice Cultivation Government Consulting Project, 2022.03 – 2022.06. Suggestions for Promoting the Development of Agricultural Mechanization in Hilly and Mountainous Areas of Hubei Province. Government Consulting Project, 2022.09 – 2022.11 Enterprise Leverage and Innovation Enterprise Project, 2017.01 – 2017.09

Contributions: 

Yuze Wang has made significant contributions to Environmental and Health Economics through her research on the effects of environmental regulation on public health. Her work, published in top-tier journals, offers critical insights into the health impacts of air pollution and the effectiveness of environmental policies in China. As the principal investigator of several national research projects, Wang has advanced the understanding of spatial spillovers and social externalities of pollution. Her research has influenced policy optimization, earning her multiple prestigious awards, and highlighting her impact on academia and public policy.

Areas of Research:

• Resource and Environmental Economics
• Health Economics

Evaluation of Yuze Wang for the Young Scientist Award

🟢 Strengths for the Award:

Innovative Research: Dr. Yuze Wang has significantly contributed to the fields of Resource and Environmental Economics, particularly in understanding the impact of environmental regulations on public health. Her work has been published in high-impact journals like China Economic Review and Social Science & Medicine, showcasing the practical relevance and academic rigor of her research. Leadership in Research Projects: As the principal investigator for multiple national research projects, including those funded by prestigious organizations like the National Natural Science Foundation of China, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and project management skills. Her work on the spatial spillovers and social externalities of pollution is particularly noteworthy. Recognition and Impact: Dr. Wang’s research has been widely recognized, earning her awards such as the China Youth Achievement Award in Humanities and Social Sciences. Her findings have influenced policy optimization, indicating her work’s broader societal impact beyond academia.

🟡 Areas for Improvement:

Collaboration and Networking: While Dr. Wang has established collaborations, particularly with Professor Tor Eriksson of Aarhus University, expanding her network internationally could further enhance the impact and reach of her research. Greater involvement in international conferences and collaborations with global researchers could provide new perspectives and opportunities for interdisciplinary work. Broader Dissemination of Research: To maximize the societal impact of her work, Dr. Wang could focus on translating her research findings into more accessible formats for policymakers and the public. This could include writing policy briefs, engaging with media, or participating in public debates on environmental and health economics.

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