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Visiting Scholar Yu-Chen Yeh Presents Groundbreaking Research at Michigan State University's Annual Scholar Showcase

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April 6, 2024

Yu-Chen Yeh, a visiting scholar at our lab, recently presented her research at the 2024 Annual Scholar Showcase at Michigan State University. Her study, centered on the health impacts of university community green spaces, examines the vital role these areas play in enhancing social interaction and mental well-being among students. Yeh's work, crucial amidst rising mental health concerns in academia, utilizes innovative methods to analyze and design healthier university environments. Her findings offer invaluable insights into urban planning and green space design, aiming to foster better social connections and improved health outcomes in academic settings.

 

Our Lab Showcases Innovative Research at CELA Conference

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March 20-23, 2024

In a bid to contribute to the forefront of landscape architecture research, members from our lab participated in this year's CELA conference, held in St. Louis, Missouri.

Dr. Fatemeh Saeidi-Rizi, our lab head, served as CELA Track Chair.

Two students presented two studies. The first abstract, titled "Reimagining Campus Landscape through Pattern Language: Contribution of User-Generated Content," delved into the innovative use of pattern language to reshape campus landscapes, emphasizing the invaluable insights derived from user-generated content. The second abstract, "Unravelling Walkability's Influence on Health Outcomes in Michigan Using Random Forest Algorithm," presented groundbreaking findings on the correlation between walkability and health outcomes in Michigan, employing advanced methodologies such as the Random Forest Algorithm to dissect complex data sets. The presentations not only underscored the dedication of our lab members to pushing the boundaries of landscape architecture research but also highlighted our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge techniques to address contemporary challenges in the field.

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