DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY
| Researcher : Chan CK |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Chan C.K. and Lee F.Y.S., "Corporate Sustainability and ISO 14001 Certification in Hong Kong and Guangdong: Contexts and Contours, Paper presented at The Third Conference in EnviroSeries 2004: The Business Case for Sustainable Development, July 22. Hong Kong: Jockey Club Environmental Building, 2004. |
| Chan C.K. and Lee F.Y.S., Voluntary Environmental Management Initiatives in Southern China: Regulatory Styles, Environmental Knowledge Governance, and Policy Outcomes, The 12th International Conference of Greening of Industry Network (GIN). Hong Kong, HK Convention & Exhibition Centre, 2004. |
| Researcher : Chan WY |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Lai P.C. and Chan W.Y., An Application of GIS for Road Accident Analysis in Hong Kong, In: Prof. Peng Gong, Dr Ruiliang Pu, Journal of Geographic Information Sciences. UC Berkeley, California, USA, The Association of Chinese Professionals in GIS (Abroad), 2004, 10(1): 58-67. |
| Researcher : Chen S |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Chen S. and Jim C.Y., Structural Features and Management of Urban Forest in Nanjing, China, Scientia Silvae Sinicae. (in Chinese), 2004, 40(6): 158-164. |
| Researcher : Donoghue SL |
| Project Title: | Identifying vegetation species as an indicator of landslip hazard: an integrated approach using remote sensing and ground truth data |
| Investigator(s): | Donoghue SL, Vohora VK |
| Department: | Earth Sciences |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2003 |
| Completion Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To identify and map land surface characteristics (geomorphology); to identify the sources and timing of vegetation destruction and relate these to anthropogenic and mass wasting processes; to model these changes by integrating satellite and ground truth data. |
| Project Title: | KNOWLEDGE-BASED ARCHAEOLOGY IN HONG KONG |
| Investigator(s): | Donoghue SL |
| Department: | Earth Sciences |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Incentive Award for RGC CERG Fundable But Not Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 07/2004 |
| Abstract: |
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| Researcher : Hill RD |
| Project Title: | Stylosanthes oversowing experiment |
| Investigator(s): | Hill RD |
| Department: | Ecology and Biodiversity |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 11/1990 |
| Completion Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To test the suitability of Stylosanthes, a protein-rich tropical legume, for oversowing into natural grassland. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Researcher : Jim CY |
| Project Title: | The process of desertification and its control in Northern China |
| Investigator(s): | Jim CY, Peart MR, Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Matching Fund for National Key Basic Research Development Scheme (973 Projects) |
| Start Date: | 07/2001 |
| Abstract: |
| To identify indigenous peoples knowledge on desertification in China; to evaluate soil property changes associated with desertification; to examine if aeolian transport of dust impacts upon precipitation chemistry. |
| Project Title: | Evaluation and conservation of outstanding trees in a Hong Kong new town |
| Investigator(s): | Jim CY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 07/2002 |
| Completion Date: | 09/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To identify and assess the diminishing stock of outstanding or champion calibre trees situated in a new town in Hong Kong, and based on the research findings to recommend measures to ensure their continued healthy growth and protection from developmnt pressure and other impacts. |
| Project Title: | Land use changes and ecological rehabilitation in the reservoir region of the Three Gorges Project in China |
| Investigator(s): | Jim CY, Yang Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2002 |
| Abstract: |
| The study aims at acquiring a detailed understanding of the associated changes principally in the spatial context, including the carrying capacity of the land, soil quality, cropping pattern and practices, and socio-economic responses of the local communities. |
| Project Title: | Assessing the services and value of green spaces in urban ecosystems: a case study of Guangzhou city |
| Investigator(s): | Jim CY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 07/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To evaluate the roles of green spaces and greeneries in contributing to the functions and services of urban ecosystems with refeerence to developing cities, using Guanzhou as a case study. |
| Project Title: | Landscape and ecological assessment of heritage trees in Guangzhou city (China) |
| Investigator(s): | Jim CY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To understand the composition, characteristics, spatial pattern and differentiation, and landscape and ecological contribution of the highest-calibre trees situated in the urban areas of Guangzhou city. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Chen S. and Jim C.Y., Structural Features and Management of Urban Forest in Nanjing, China, Scientia Silvae Sinicae. (in Chinese), 2004, 40(6): 158-164. |
| Jim C.Y., A Treatise on Chinese Banyan. Hong Kong, Cosmos Books & Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Dept, 2005, 212 pp. |
| Jim C.Y., Chief Editor, Asian Geographer. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Geographical Association, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Floristics, Performance and Prognosis of Historical Trees in the Urban Forest of Guangzhou City (China), Environmental Monitoring and Assessment . New York, Springer, 2005, 102: 285-308. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Board of Consulting Editor, Environmental Awareness. Vadodara, India, International Society of Naturists, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Arboricultural Journal. UK, Arboricultural Association, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Cities. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Forest Ecology and Management. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Interdisciplinary Environmental Review. New York, Rowman & Littlefield, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Journal of Geographical Science. Taipei, National University of Taiwan, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Journal of Geographical Sciences. Beijing, Science Press, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Landscape and Urban Planning. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Board, Urban Forestry and Urban Greening. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Committee, Modern Urban Research. Nanjing, Urban Research Association, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Member of Editorial Committee, Pedosphere: A Quarterly Journal of Soil Science. Beijing and New York, Science Press, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Monitoring the Performance and Decline of Heritage Trees in Urban Hong Kong, Journal of Environmental Management. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005, 74(2): 161-172. |
| Jim C.Y., Outstanding Remnants of Nature in Compact Cities: Patterns and Preservation of Heritage Trees in Guangzhou City (China), Geoforum. Amsterdam, Elsevier Science, 2005, 36: 371-385. |
| Jim C.Y., Trees on Old Stone Walls in Urban Hong Kong: Assessment and Conservation of a Unique Ecological and Landscape Heritage, IFPRA World Congress. Hamamatsu, Japan, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y., Trees on Old Stone Walls in Urban Hong Kong: Assessment and Conservation of a Unique Ecological and Landscape Heritage, New Capabilities, Green Rennaissance. . Hamamatsu, Japan. International Federation of Park & Recreation Administration, Park and Opoen Space Association of Japan, 2004, 103-112. |
| Jim C.Y., A Report on the Singapore Study Visit on Urban Greening. Presented to the Green Fun Executive Committee, February 2005, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., An arboricultural assessment of the wishing tree in Tai Po. Presented to the Green Fun Executive Committee, February 2005, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Green space in the sky: Ecological solution for a compact city. Invited speaker, Community Involvement Committee on Greening, Home Affairs Bureau, Hong Kong SAR Government, December 2004, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y., Greening Hong Kong: Exemplars of planning and management from other cities. Public lecture presented to government professional officers and members of professional bodies, April 2005, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Greening roofs and vertical surfaces of buildings in Hong Kong. Invited speaker, Environmental Protection Ambassador Scheme for Property Management, Environmental Campaign Committee and Environmental Protection Department, September 2004, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y., Hong Kong in through the looking glass of a not-so-typical Hongkonger. Conference of visiting judges from Sri Landa, City University of Hong Kong, December 2004, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y. and Jim C.Y., Multidimensional opportunities for greening associated with comprehensive urban renewal. Invited speaker to present to the Managing Director and professional officers of the Urban Renewal Authority, March 2005, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Notable old stone walls and their heritage trees in Central Western District. Invited speaker, Central Western District Council, October 2004, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y., Notable old stone walls and their heritage trees in Wan Chai District. Invited speaker, Wan Chai District Council, November 2004, 2004. |
| Jim C.Y., The Successful Urban Greening Experience of Singapore. Invited speaker, Community Involvement Committee on Greening, Home Affairs Bureau, Hong Kong SAR Government, March 2005, 2005. |
| Jim C.Y., Trees on stone walls: Status and prospects of a unique heritage. Invited speaker, Faculty of Communication and School of Design Seminar Programme, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, November 2004, 2004. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climatae Change and China's Wars, Social Unrest and Dynastic Changes, Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press (in Chinese), 2004, 49(23): 2468-2474. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climate Change, Social Unrest and Dynastic Transition in Ancient China, Chinese Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press, 2005, 50(2): 137-144. |
| Researcher : Kwong KH |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Mak A.S.H., Lai P.C., Kwong K.H. and Leung S.T.S., A Public Learning and Web-based GIS System for Analysing Visual Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour of Hong Kong, Proceedings of the Technology Conference and the International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, University of California, Berkeley, 18-20 February 2005. . 2005. |
| Researcher : Kyle WJ |
| Project Title: | Urbanization and human bioclimate in Hong Kong |
| Investigator(s): | Kyle WJ |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Other Funding Scheme |
| Start Date: | 07/2000 |
| Abstract: |
| To examines the processes involved in the process of urbanization as it affects local climcate and the implication that such changes have for human bioclimate and the hazards posed to the population that can arise from such changes. Research in progress seeks to establish the links between urbanization and local climcate through analysis of longterm historical data and the more recent changes that have taken place as a consequence of the rapid urbanization of the New Territories; and to further our understanding of the role of the bioclimcatic controls and processes which affect factors such as thermal stress amd air quality which are of serious concern to the population of Hong Kong and their well-being. |
| Project Title: | Seasonal forecasting of tropical cyclone activity |
| Investigator(s): | Kyle WJ |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Other Funding Scheme |
| Start Date: | 07/2000 |
| Abstract: |
| To enhance our ability to provide useful pre-season estimates of tropical cyclone activity in the Western North Pacific Ocean in general, and in the area affecting Hong Kong, in particular, with the aim of improving the capacity to mitigate against the potential hazards posed by such phenomena. Research in progress is designed to clarify the tropical cyclone climatology of the area; to establish the role of the climatic controls which affect the interannual variability of tropical cyclone activity; and to develop an operationally useful Seasonal Tropical Cyclone Forecast Model (STCFM) for this area. |
| Researcher : Lai PC |
| Project Title: | A public consultation and web-based system for analysing visual and environmental impacts of reclamation works in the Victoria Harbour |
| Investigator(s): | Lai PC, Mak ASH |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 02/2004 |
| Completion Date: | 12/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To develop a web-basd system that models likely changes and impacts brough by reclamation in the Victoria Harbour. |
| Project Title: | Engaging geographic information systems (GIS) in the development of three-dimensional (3D) models for environmental impact assessment (EIA) |
| Investigator(s): | Lai PC, Mak SK, Chan KW, Leung S, So F, Tong A |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Professional Services Development Assistance Scheme |
| Start Date: | 04/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To impart conceptual and operational understanding of GIS and 3D models to local professionals in environmental applications. To equip environmental consultants the essential knowledge and know-how's in using GIS to construct 3D models and visualisation routines. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Lai P.C. and Mak A.S.H., A Public Web-GIS Platform for Analysing Visual and Environment Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour, Available: http://geog.hku.hk/GIS-HR. (Funded by the Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund of the University of Hong Kong and Environment and Conservation Fund of the Environment, Transport and Works Bureau of HKSAR). 2004. |
| Lai P.C., A Web-Based Hosting Service of GIS Facilities for Teaching and Research, Available: http://geog.hku.hk/gislab/Facilities/gis_data.htm. (Funded by Internal Teaching Development Grants 2003-04). 2005. |
| Lai P.C. and Chan W.Y., An Application of GIS for Road Accident Analysis in Hong Kong, In: Prof. Peng Gong, Dr Ruiliang Pu, Journal of Geographic Information Sciences. UC Berkeley, California, USA, The Association of Chinese Professionals in GIS (Abroad), 2004, 10(1): 58-67. |
| Lai P.C., Application of the Geographic Information System to the Analysis of the Electoral and Socio-Economic Data by Districts, Ref: CPU CON 2/13/25, Central Policy Unit, The Government of Hong Kong, June 2005.. 2005. |
| Lai P.C. and Yeh A.G.O., Assessing the Effectiveness of Dynamic Symbols in Cartographic Communication, The Cartographic Journal. Leeds, UK, The British Cartographic Society, 2004, 41(3): 229-244. |
| Lai P.C., Introduction to GIS and Health, Session GI1: GIS in Health Care Analysis and Management, 2005 Symposium on Advanced Technology for Health Care and Hygiene Control (Hong Kong) 27 May 2005. |
| Lai P.C., Wong C.M., Hedley A.J., Lo S.V., Leung P.Y., Kong J. and Leung G.M., Understanding the Spatial Clustering of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in Hong Kong, In: Dr James Burkhart, Environmental Health Perspectives. Cary, NC, USA: US Dept. of Health & Human Services, National Inst. of Health, NIEHS, 2004, 112(15): 1550-1556. |
| Lu F. and Lai P.C., Why not quad heap! A practical comparison of three fastest shortest path algorithms on road networks, International Conference on Computational Science and its Applications 2005 (Singapore) 9-12 May 2005.. 2005. |
| Mak A.S.H., Lai P.C., Kwong K.H. and Leung S.T.S., A Public Learning and Web-based GIS System for Analysing Visual Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour of Hong Kong, Proceedings of the Technology Conference and the International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, University of California, Berkeley, 18-20 February 2005. . 2005. |
| Mak A.S.H. and Lai P.C., Assessing the Quality of Newspaper Maps in Hong Kong, Proceedings Greater China GIS Development Conference 2004 (Hong Kong) 9-11 December 2004. |
| So F.M. and Lai P.C., An Application of a Geographic Information System (GIS) in the 2004 Legislative Council Election in Hong Kong, Proceedings Greater China GIS Development Conference 2004 (Hong Kong) 9-11 December 2004. |
| Tseng Chyan D.Y. and Lai P.C., Route Guiding with Vertical Consideration for Visitors on Foot, Proceedings XXth ISPRS Congress, Commission II, Working Group II/6. Istanbul, Turkey, ISPRS Congress, 2004, 330-334. |
| Researcher : Lee FYS |
| Project Title: | A comparative study of environmental consciousness: Hong Kong, Japan, Vietnam |
| Investigator(s): | Lee FYS, Nickum J., Aoyagi-Usui M., Rambo T. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN) - General Award |
| Start Date: | 12/1998 |
| Abstract: |
| To compare environmental consciousness in three major "border confucian" culture zones in Asia. |
| Project Title: | Managing water-use conflicts in the Pearl River Delta border zone: challenges and opportunities |
| Investigator(s): | Lee FYS |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 04/2003 |
| Completion Date: | 03/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To study: (1) What is the nature and scope of the major water-use conflicts between and among the riparian jurisdictions along Dongjiang, which have gradually intensified as the water economy matures in the Pearl River Delta border zone? and (2) To what extent, and in what ways, have local and provincial authorities been able to tackle the institutional barriers that have prevented an integrated water management strategy, crafted within an ecosystem framework, from being introduced to help resolve such water-use conflicts? |
| Project Title: | The impact of local and global factors on the development of cultural heritage management in Hong Kong, Macau and Southern China |
| Investigator(s): | Lee FYS, Lung DPY, Lee HY, DiStefano L, Logan W. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Merit Award for RGC CERG Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 12/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To improve the current understanding of the way cultural heritage management (CHM) is practised in Hong Kong, Macau and Southern China; to explore how CHM has evolved in relation to local and global factors in five case study cities: Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Leizhou and Dali; to examine the development and praxis of CHM in these five cities through a rigorous, comparative case study analysis of selected key issues, the project will identify the major cultural factors, both indigenous and alien, that have influenced their forms and contents as well as investigate the extent to which global concerns in CHM, such as sustainable development, have affected their manifestations. |
| Project Title: | The impact of local and global factors on the development of cultural heritage management in Hong Kong, Macau and Southern China |
| Investigator(s): | Lee FYS, Lung DPY, Lee HY, DiStefano L, Logan W. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 12/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To improve the current understanding of the way cultural heritage management (CHM) is practised in Hong Kong, Macau and Southern China; to explore how CHM has evolved in relation to local and global factors in five case study cities: Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Leizhou and Dali; to examine the development and praxis of CHM in these five cities through a rigorous, comparative case study analysis of selected key issues, the project will identify the major cultural factors, both indigenous and alien, that have influenced their forms and contents as well as investigate the extent to which global concerns in CHM, such as sustainable development, have affected their manifestations. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Chan C.K. and Lee F.Y.S., "Corporate Sustainability and ISO 14001 Certification in Hong Kong and Guangdong: Contexts and Contours, Paper presented at The Third Conference in EnviroSeries 2004: The Business Case for Sustainable Development, July 22. Hong Kong: Jockey Club Environmental Building, 2004. |
| Chan C.K. and Lee F.Y.S., Voluntary Environmental Management Initiatives in Southern China: Regulatory Styles, Environmental Knowledge Governance, and Policy Outcomes, The 12th International Conference of Greening of Industry Network (GIN). Hong Kong, HK Convention & Exhibition Centre, 2004. |
| Lee F.Y.S., A brief note on 'Green Supply,' and a brief note on 'Corporate Social Responsibility", The International Workshop on "Sustainable Production-Consumption Systems: Research Frontiers", October 1-3 . Chiang Mai, Chianag Mai University, 2004. |
| Lee F.Y.S., Contributed to a consultancy report on "Creative Industries in the Pearl River Delta Region" . HKSAR, The Central Policy Unit, 2005. |
| Lee F.Y.S., Institutional Barriers in Implementing an Ecosystem Approach to Managing Water Resources in the Pearl River Delta Extended Metropolitan Region, Paper presented at Final Urban Ecosystem Initiative Workshop. New York, United Nations University, 2004. |
| Lee F.Y.S., Institutional Barriers in Implementing an Ecosystem Approach to Managing Water Resources in the Pearl River Delta Extended Metropolitan Region, Seminar presented at the Centre for Urban Planning and Environmental Management, The University of Hong Kong. 2004. |
| Lee F.Y.S. and Ho K.C., Institutional Issues in Water Resources Management in the Pearl River Delta Region, Paper presented at Symposium on Cross-border Environmental Management - Partnership for Envionmental Sustainability. Hong Kong, The Open Univesity of Hong Kong, 2004. |
| Lee F.Y.S., Public Environmental Consciousness in China: Early Empirical Evidence, In: Kristen A. Day, China's Environment: The Challenge of Sustainable Development. Armonk, M.E. Sharpe, 2005, Chapter 2: 35-65. |
| Researcher : Leung STS |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Mak A.S.H., Lai P.C., Kwong K.H. and Leung S.T.S., A Public Learning and Web-based GIS System for Analysing Visual Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour of Hong Kong, Proceedings of the Technology Conference and the International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, University of California, Berkeley, 18-20 February 2005. . 2005. |
| Researcher : Li C |
| Project Title: | The cross-cultural customer service: the case of Hong Kong country park recreation |
| Investigator(s): | Li C, Jim CY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To better understand cultural values and customer service between tourists and Hong Kong residents with regard to resource base recreation and tourism, their role in shaping behavioral intentions, and the implications for policy making and cultural values adjustment. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Li C., Absher J.D., Chick G.E., Graefe A.R. and Zinn H.C., A Structural Model of Diverse Forest Recreationists, The Graduate Seminar jointly held by Departmnt of Geography, Center of Urban Planning and Environmental Management, and Department of Civil Engineering. The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 2005. |
| Li C., Graefe A.R., Zinn H.C. and Absher J.D., Experience and Crowding Cross-cultural Models of Customer Service in Forest Recreation, The 11th International Symposium on Society and Resource Management. Ostersund, Sweden, 2005. |
| Li C. and Absher J.D., Exploring the Relationship of Service Quality and Satisfaction among Social Groups in Urban Forest Recreation, The 5th IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas of East Asia. The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 2005. |
| Researcher : Li Y |
| Project Title: | Tourism impacts in Shenzhen, China |
| Investigator(s): | Li Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Other Funding Scheme |
| Start Date: | 01/2001 |
| Abstract: |
| To examine the social, economic and environmental impacts of tourism in Shenzhen, China. |
| Project Title: | Communicating Hong Kong's cultural heritage through global tourism: sustaining our competitiveness |
| Investigator(s): | Li Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 04/2003 |
| Completion Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To examine how the cultural heritage of Hong Kong should be conserved, marketed and reconfigured for tourists, by a comparative analysis of Singapore's similar pursuits, with the purpose of identify the competitive factors in Hong Kong's unique cultural heritage that will sustain the city's tourism industry in the changing global tourism economy. |
| Project Title: | Community tourism and China's contradictions |
| Investigator(s): | Li Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To show various contradictions in contemporary China that cause the problem; to appreciate the essential differences between the understanding of Western and Chinese scholars regarding the concept of community tourism; to propose an approach to studying community tourism in China which focuses on critical analyses of modernity. |
| Project Title: | Community tourism and China's contradictions |
| Investigator(s): | Li Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 01/2004 |
| Completion Date: | 03/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To show various contradictions in contemporary China that cause the problem; to appreciate the essential differences between the understanding of Western and Chinese scholars regarding the concept of community tourism; to propose an approach to studying community tourism in China which focuses on critical analyses of modernity. |
| Project Title: | Applicability of market appeal - robusticity matrix in community management of heritage tourism |
| Investigator(s): | Li Y |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To test the applicability of "Market Appeal - Robusticity Matrix" in community management of heritage tourism through a multiple cases study. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Li Y., A Study of Community Tourism in Hainan, China, The Deccan Geographer. Pune, India, The Deccan Geographical Society Press, 2004, 42: 51-64. |
| Li Y., Applicability of "Market Appeal and Robusticity Matrix": A Case of Heritage Tourism Development, Tourism Management. Oxford, UK, UK: Elsevier Science, 2004, 25: 789-800. |
| Li Y., Tourism in China, Tourism and Cultural Change. Clevedon, UK, Channel View, 2004, 2: 69-71. |
| Researcher : Lin GCS |
| Project Title: | Southern China in transformation: cross-border flow of people in Yunnan and the Hong Kong-Guangdong region |
| Investigator(s): | Lin GCS |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research |
| Start Date: | 02/2004 |
| Completion Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To undertake documentary research on what has been written in the field of study concerning trans-border population mobility in different parts of the world; to conduct field surveys in the sites of study for the assessment of feasibility and identification of potential research collaborators; to gather available data and information for preliminary evaluation. |
| Project Title: | The service economy and urban transformation in Southern China: a study of the Guangzhou metropolis |
| Investigator(s): | Lin GCS |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To investigate recent dramatic expansion of the service economy in southern China and assess its impacts on urban transformation in the region. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Lin G.C.S., Border Managment and Growth Coalitions in the Hong Kong Transborder Region, Identities: Global Studies in Culture and Power. London, UK, Routledge, 2004, 11: 377-396. |
| Lin G.C.S., China's Land Resources and Land Use Change, In: Chengri Ding and Yan Song, Emerging Land & Housing Makets in China. Cambridge, MA, USA, Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, 2005, 89-123. |
| Lin G.C.S., Service Industries and Transformation of City-regions in Globalizing China, In: P.W. Daniels, K.C. Ho and T.A. Hutton, Service Industries and Asia-Pacific Cities. London, UK, Routledge, 2005, 283-300. |
| Lin G.C.S., The State, Land System, and Land Development Processes in Contemporary China, Annals of the Association of American Geographers. Oxford, UK, Blackwell, 2005, 95(2): 411-436. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climatae Change and China's Wars, Social Unrest and Dynastic Changes, Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press (in Chinese), 2004, 49(23): 2468-2474. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climate Change, Social Unrest and Dynastic Transition in Ancient China, Chinese Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press, 2005, 50(2): 137-144. |
| Researcher : Loo BPY |
| Project Title: | Improving air quality in Hong Kong: the views of public transport operators on sustainable transport |
| Investigator(s): | Loo BPY, Hau TD, Wong SC |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 12/2001 |
| Completion Date: | 09/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To examine the views of public transport operators on the introduction of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) in Hong Kong. |
| Project Title: | Airport coordination for HK-PRC development under "one country, two systems" |
| Investigator(s): | Loo BPY, Wong SC |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Other Funding Scheme |
| Start Date: | 01/2002 |
| Abstract: |
| In 1979, there were only two international airports (at Hong Kong and Guangzhou) in the HK-PRC region. In about two decades, there were four international airports (also at Shenzhen and Zhuhai) in this region of 48,000 sq. km. Is there any need for airport coordination? Moreover, how would the geographical distribution of air passengers and freight changed? As a step further, how should the different airports in the region re-position themselves to achieve (common) regional development goals? |
| Project Title: | A spatial analysis of road accidents in Tuen Mun area |
| Investigator(s): | Loo BPY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To explore the spatial dimension of the road accidents and identify any positive spatial autocorrelation in the road accident pattern by improving the "back zone" methodology. |
| Project Title: | From the black spot to "Black Zone" methodology in road safety research: a case study of Hong Kong |
| Investigator(s): | Loo BPY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Merit Award for RGC CERG Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
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| Project Title: | From the black spot to "Black Zone" methodology in road safety research: a case study of Hong Kong |
| Investigator(s): | Loo BPY, Chan WS |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To conduct a spatial autocorrelation analysis of road accidents on the road network of Hong Kong. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Bie J., Lo H.K., Wong S.C., Hung W.T. and Loo B.P.Y., Modeling potential conflict of traffic roundabout, Proceedings of the Ninth Conference of Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies, 2004, 340-349. |
| Ho H.W., Wong S.C. and Loo B.P.Y., Sequential optimization approach for the multi-class user equilibrium problem in a continuous transportation system, Journal of Advanced Transportation. Calgary, Canada, Institute for Transportation Inc., 2004, 38: 323-345. |
| Loo B.P.Y., Ho H.W. and Wong S.C., An application of the continuous equilibrium modelling approach in understanding the geography of air passenger flows in a multi-airport region, Applied Geography. Exeter, U.K., Elsevier Science Ltd., 2005, 25: 169-199. |
| Loo B.P.Y. and Lam S.W.K., Editorial, Transportmetrica. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies, 2005, 1(1): 1-2. |
| Loo B.P.Y. and Tsui M.K., Pedestrian Safety in Hong Kong: Trends and Spatial Patterns, In: Hai Yang and Hong K. Lo, The 9th Conference of Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies - Transportmetrica: Advanced Methods for Transportation Studies. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies, 2004, 128-128. |
| Loo B.P.Y., Telecommunication Reforms in China: Towards an Analytical Framework, Telecommunications Policy. Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Elsevier Science Ltd, 2004, 28(9-10): 697-714. |
| Loo B.P.Y., The Spatial Patterns of Internet Consumption and Productin in China, 101th Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, Denver, USA, 5-9 April 2005. Association of American Geographers. |
| Loo B.P.Y. and Lam S.W.K., Transportmetrica. 2005. |
| Loo B.P.Y. and Lam S.W.K., Transportmetrica: Special Issue on Some Recent Advances in Transportation Studies, Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies Ltd, 2005, 1(1). |
| Loo B.P.Y., West Rail and the Local Communities of Tin Shui Wai, Tuen Mun and Yuen Long, Newsletter for the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong. Hong Kong, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in H.K., 2004, 18: 3-5. |
| Wong S.C., Sze N.N., Lo H.K., Hung W.T. and Loo B.P.Y., The effects of speed limit relaxation on road safety in Hong Kong, Proceedings of Ninth Conference of Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies, 2004, 320-329. |
| Wong S.C., Sze N.N., Lo H.K., Hung W.T. and Loo B.P.Y., Would relaxing speed limits aggravate safety? A case study of Hong Kong., Accident Analysis and Prevention. UK, Elsevier Science Ltd., 2005, 37: 377-388. |
| Researcher : Mak ASH |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Lai P.C. and Mak A.S.H., A Public Web-GIS Platform for Analysing Visual and Environment Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour, Available: http://geog.hku.hk/GIS-HR. (Funded by the Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund of the University of Hong Kong and Environment and Conservation Fund of the Environment, Transport and Works Bureau of HKSAR). 2004. |
| Mak A.S.H., Lai P.C., Kwong K.H. and Leung S.T.S., A Public Learning and Web-based GIS System for Analysing Visual Impacts of Reclamation Works in the Victoria Harbour of Hong Kong, Proceedings of the Technology Conference and the International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, University of California, Berkeley, 18-20 February 2005. . 2005. |
| Mak A.S.H. and Lai P.C., Assessing the Quality of Newspaper Maps in Hong Kong, Proceedings Greater China GIS Development Conference 2004 (Hong Kong) 9-11 December 2004. |
| Researcher : Ng CN |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Ng C.N. and Ma C., Are the Important Bird Areas Adequately Protected under the Current Protected Areas System in Hong Kong?, Proceeding of 5th Conference on Protected Areas of East Asia, IUCN, 21-25th June 2005. Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, p. IV 67. |
| Yu X. and Ng C.N., Landscape Metrics Analysis of Urban Sprawl and Implications for Land Management: Case Study of Guangzhou, Proceeding of International Conference on 'Multi-functionality of Landscapes - Analysis, Evaluation, and Decision Support', May 18-19, 2005. Germany, Justus- Liebig-University Giessen. |
| Researcher : Peart MR |
| Project Title: | Urbanization and the flood hazard in the North and Northwestern new Territories |
| Investigator(s): | Peart MR |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Lau Wong Fat Urbanization Research Fund |
| Start Date: | 01/1996 |
| Abstract: |
| To establish a long term record of flooding in the Northern New Territories in order to examine if urbanisation has been associated with an increased frequency of the flood hazard; to determine the rate of river channel bank migration to see if this may (1) pose a threat to property and (2) provide sufficient sediment to raise the channel (i.e. decrease depth) and increase the possibility of flooding. |
| Project Title: | Calibrating caesium - 137 content of soils to erosion rates |
| Investigator(s): | Peart MR, Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Dr. Stephen S.F. Hui Trust Fund |
| Start Date: | 06/1998 |
| Completion Date: | 12/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To derive an empirical relationship relating caesium - 137 levels to soil erosion rates. |
| Project Title: | Natural organic matter and its spatial and temporal variation in a small basin in Hong Kong |
| Investigator(s): | Peart MR |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Low Budget High Impact Programme |
| Start Date: | 07/1998 |
| Abstract: |
| To quantify the particulate and dissolved organic matter content of a small upland stream during both storm and baseflow conditions; to describe and quantify the dissolved organic matter content and other related water quality determinands of rainfall, throughfall, soil-water and pipeflow in the drainage basin; determine the organic matter content of representative soil profiles. |
| Project Title: | Elemental properties of suspended matter in the Kam Tin River |
| Investigator(s): | Peart MR |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 01/2004 |
| Completion Date: | 12/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To document and characterise the elemental and pollutant content of suspended matter in the Kam Tin River, Hong Kong. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Peart M.R. and Yim W.W.S., Benthic diatoms as indicators of stream sediment concentration in Hong Kong, International Review of Hydrobiology. Weinheim, Wiley-VCH, 2005, 90(4): 412-421. |
| Peart M.R., Landslides and sediment delivery to a drainage system: some observations from Hong Kong, Journal of Asian Earth Sciences. Elsevier, 2005, 25: 821-836. |
| Researcher : Sit KTO |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Zhao S.X., Zhang L. and Sit K.T.O., Income Inequalities under the Economic Structuring: The Case of Hong Kong, Asian Survey. London, Sage, 2004, 44(3): 442-473. |
| Researcher : Sit VFS |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Assessor (2004-2005), National Science Foundation. Beijing, PRC, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Project Assessor, Beijing - Hong Kong Academic Exchange Centre, 2004-2005, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Asia Studies Review. Queensland University, Australia, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), China Quarterly. UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Economic Geography. USA, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Environment & Planning A. Bristol University, UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Environment & Planning B. Bristol University, UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), International Review of Retail, Distribution and Consumer Research. Routledge, UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Journal of Developing Economics. Tokyo, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Population Studies. National Taiwan University, Taiwan, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Third World Planning Review. University of Liverpool, UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Town Planning Review. UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Urban Geography. USA, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Academic Referee (2004-2005), Urban Studies. UK, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Editorial Board Member (2004-2005), Acta Geographica Sinica. Beijing, PRC, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Editorial Board Member (2004-2005), Asian Geographer (HKGA). 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Editorial Board Member (2004-2005), China National Geographica. Beijing, PRC, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Editorial Board Member (2004-2005), Chinese Geographical Science. Changchun, PRC, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Editorial Board Member (2004-2005), Research on International and Comparative Entrepreneurship. JAI Press, Connecticut, USA, 2005. |
| Sit V.F.S., Post-CEPA Development Strategy of the Hong Kong Extended Metropolitan Region, Urban Planning Overseas. Beijing, 2005, 2: 66-70. |
| Sit V.F.S., 大轉折 - 解讀城市化與中國經濟發展模式, In: 周牧之, 都會經濟區和大城市群. 北京, 世界知識出版社, 2005, Chapter 4: 112-130. |
| Researcher : So FM |
| List of Research Outputs |
| So F.M. and Lai P.C., An Application of a Geographic Information System (GIS) in the 2004 Legislative Council Election in Hong Kong, Proceedings Greater China GIS Development Conference 2004 (Hong Kong) 9-11 December 2004. |
| Researcher : Tseng Chyan DY |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Tseng Chyan D.Y. and Lai P.C., Route Guiding with Vertical Consideration for Visitors on Foot, Proceedings XXth ISPRS Congress, Commission II, Working Group II/6. Istanbul, Turkey, ISPRS Congress, 2004, 330-334. |
| Researcher : Tsui MK |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Loo B.P.Y. and Tsui M.K., Pedestrian Safety in Hong Kong: Trends and Spatial Patterns, In: Hai Yang and Hong K. Lo, The 9th Conference of Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies - Transportmetrica: Advanced Methods for Transportation Studies. Hong Kong, Hong Kong Society for Transportation Studies, 2004, 128-128. |
| Researcher : Wang JJ |
| Project Title: | Governance of container port development in China |
| Investigator(s): | Wang JJ |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Incentive Award for RGC CERG Fundable But Not Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 07/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To investigate the variation of governance in all major container ports in China, so as to identify various models and forms of port governance, for better port development policies and strategies in countries like China where local governments meet the challenge from multinational operators in the transport/logistics sector serving ever-growing global trade. |
| Project Title: | Service differentiation as a strategy for regional ports integration: a case study of Pearl River Delta |
| Investigator(s): | Wang JJ |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To investigate and test the hypothesis that due to the fact that various port operators in the Pearl River Delta - Hong Kong region (PRD-HK) purposely differentiate themselves to avoid direct competition within the region, an integrated regional port system is in the making; to reveal the mechanisms that facilitate this integration and the barriers that obstruct it. |
| Project Title: | Governance of container port development in China |
| Investigator(s): | Wang JJ |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Incentive Award for RGC CERG Fundable But Not Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 07/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| Refer to hard copy |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Wang J.J., Accessibility Planning: Problems, Theories, and Practices, 港口競爭和港口競爭力的解釋與誤解, China Ports. Beijing, China, China City Planning Association, 2004, 2005(1): 33-35. |
| Wang J.J. and Slack B., Regional governance of port development in China: A case study of Shanghai International Shipping Center, Maritime Policy and Management. London, UK, Routledge, 2004, 31(4): 357-373. |
| Researcher : Wang T |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Zhao S.X., Zhang L. and Wang T., Determining Factors of the Devlopment of a National Financial Center: The Case of China, Geoforum. Great Britain, Pergamon, 2004, 35(4): 127-139. |
| Zhao S.X. and Wang T., Globalizing China's City-regions: New Global City-regions in next 10 Years, Beijing University Business Review. Beijing, Beijing University Press, 2005, 9(4): 74-78. |
| Researcher : Yang C |
| Project Title: | Cross-boundary regional integration under the "One Country Two Systems" framework: a case study of Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta |
| Investigator(s): | Yang C |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research |
| Start Date: | 02/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To investigate the trends, patterns and transforming of the cross-boundary regional integration between HK and PRD since the late 1970s, with comparison with empirical experiences in other parts of the world; to analyze the driving forces of integration, especially the roles of the boundary between them and the OCTS mechanism which is supposed to last for 50 years from 1997 onwards; to examine the roles of various levels of government and the implications of institutional mechanism especially the CEPA for fostering and expenditing further integration. |
| Project Title: | Industrial clustering of Hong Kong and Taiwan investment in Mainland China: case studies of the Pearl River Delta and Yangtze River Delta |
| Investigator(s): | Yang C |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Merit Award for RGC CERG Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
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| Project Title: | Industrial clustering of Hong Kong and Taiwan investment in Mainland China: case studies of the Pearl River Delta and Yangtze River Delta |
| Investigator(s): | Yang C, Yin C.Y., Cao XH, Tu QY |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To examine comparatively the temporal, sectoral and spatial changes of Hong Kong and Taiwan manufacturing investment in Mainland China over the past two decades; to identify the evolution of industrial and spatial patterns of Hong Kong and Taiwan investments in Mainland China, with particular emphasis on the PRD and YRD; to compare the locational competitive advantages of the two Deltas for attracting Hong Kong and Taiwan investment and major determinants for their changing patterns; to examine and compare the formation of the emerging industrial clusters created by Hong Kong and Taiwan manufacturing investment in the PRD and YRD respectively; to examine the different impacts of the industrial transformation and clustering on the trajectories of industrialization and regional development in the two Deltas. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Yang C., An Emerging Cross-boundary Metropolis in China: Hong Kong and Shenzhen under 'Two Systems', International Development Planning Review. Liverpool, Liverpool University Press, 2005, 27(2): 195-225. |
| Yang C., Cross-boundary Integration of the Pearl River Delta and Hong Kong: An Emerging Global City-region in China, In: Wu, F, Globalization and the Chinese City. London and New York, Routledge, 2005, 125-146. |
| Yang C., Implications of Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) between Hong Kong and China for the Cross-strait Economic Cooperation, The 2nd Conference on Cross-strait New Economic Geography. Taipei, Taiwan National University, 2005. |
| Yang C., Regional Integration of Mainland China and Hong Kong: CEPA and Its Implications for Cross-strait Economic Cooperation, Economic Geography. Changsha, China, Institute of Economic Geography, 2005, 25(1): 43-48. |
| Yang C., The Politics of City-region Governance in China: A Case Study of the Proposed Cross-boundary Bridge in the Greater Pearl River Delta, Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers 2005. Denver, Colorado, USA. |
| Researcher : Yu X |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Yu X. and Ng C.N., Landscape Metrics Analysis of Urban Sprawl and Implications for Land Management: Case Study of Guangzhou, Proceeding of International Conference on 'Multi-functionality of Landscapes - Analysis, Evaluation, and Decision Support', May 18-19, 2005. Germany, Justus- Liebig-University Giessen. |
| Researcher : Zhang D |
| Project Title: | Travertine (tufa) deposit at waterfall sites: a field study on hydraulic changes and associated hydrochemical evolution in the Chinese and Jamaican karst rivers |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Low Budget High Impact Programme |
| Start Date: | 11/2001 |
| Abstract: |
| To examine the saturation index of CaCo3 of river waters in karst areas of China and Jamaica, which is a basic condition for travertine deposition.; to measure the chemical concentration evolution of CaCO3 and CO2 along the river sections with and without waterfalls and cascades, to investigate whether the concentration changes only occur at waterfall sites; to estimate how important of water effects in causing waterfall travertine deposition by theoretical analysis and field investigations. |
| Project Title: | A preliminary study of the surrounding environment of the ice-age Tibetan camp site |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D, Li SH |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 07/2002 |
| Completion Date: | 12/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To find out other remnants that indicate ice-age Tibetan activities; to investigate the palaeoenvironment around the ice-age Tibetan camp site; to analysis the living environment of the ice-age Tibetans. |
| Project Title: | Rainfall pH and its changes on the Tibetan Plateau |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 08/2002 |
| Abstract: |
| To study the acidity of natural rain and the environmental conditions that produce alkaline rain on the Tibetan Plateau, by monitoring the change of precipitation acidity; to conduct full chemical analysis of rainwater; investigating local environments including atmosphere gases and soils; to explain the relationship between alkaline rain and natural environment and of the pH changes caused by industrialization during the last decade. |
| Project Title: | Global warming, glacier retreat and economic development of the Yulong Mountain area, Lijiang,Yunnan |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Hui Oi Chow Trust Fund - General Award |
| Start Date: | 01/2004 |
| Completion Date: | 12/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To identify the glacial retreat caused by global warming and its impact on local economy. |
| Project Title: | Ice-age Tibetans and their living environment |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Merit Award for RGC CERG Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
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| Project Title: | Ice-age Tibetans and their living environment |
| Investigator(s): | Zhang D, Li SH, Huang W.W. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Competitive Earmarked Research Grants (CERG) |
| Start Date: | 01/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To reconstruct the paleoenvironment in which the ice-age Tibetans were living, including temperature, precipitation, surface vegetation cover and surface processes of 2000 years ago; to evaluate human activities around the site. This includes surveying and mapping of the whole site, discovery of new evidence of human occupation and a complete description and analysis of these remnants; to improve age accuracy using the latest dating techniques; to explore the best way in preservation of the handprints, footprints and hearth and other remnants. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Chen J., Wan G.J., Zhang D., Zhang F. and Huang R., Environmental records of lacustrine sediments in different time scales: Sediment grain size as an example, Science in China (Series D). Beijing, Science Press, 2004, 47(10): 954-960. |
| Chen J., Wen G., Zhang D., Chen Z., Xu J., Xiao T. and Huang R., The Little Ice Age recorded by sediment chemistry in Lake Erhai, Southwest China, Holocene. Edward Arnold (Publishers), 2005, 15(6): 925-931. |
| Lee F. and Zhang D., Perceiving desertification from the lay perspective in Northern China, Land Degradation & Development. John Wiley & Sons, 2004, 15: 529-542. |
| Li B., Zhang D., Wen X., Dong Y., Zhu Y. and Qing H., A multi-cycle climate fluctuation record of the Last Integlaciation period: Typical straitigraphic section in the Salawusu River Valley on the Ordos Plataeau, China, Acta Geologica Sinica. Geological Society of China, 2005, 79(3): 398-404. |
| Lu Y., Li B., Jin H., Zhang D. and Yu X., Major element records in Salawusu River Valley responding to global change in the last interglacial period, Journal of Desert Research. Beijing, Chinese Academy of Science, 2004, 24(2): 136-143. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climatae Change and China's Wars, Social Unrest and Dynastic Changes, Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press (in Chinese), 2004, 49(23): 2468-2474. |
| Zhang D., Jim C.Y., Lin G.C.S., He Y.Q. and Lee F., Climate Change, Social Unrest and Dynastic Transition in Ancient China, Chinese Science Bulletin. Beijing, Science Press, 2005, 50(2): 137-144. |
| Researcher : Zhao SX |
| Project Title: | Spatial restructuring of financial centers in Mainland China and Hong Kong in the face of China's WTO accession: an interim assessment |
| Investigator(s): | Zhao SX, Li D.D. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2002 |
| Abstract: |
| To explore the most important factors or driving forces behind the formation and development of financial centers, with a focus on the analysis of information externalities, asymmetric information, path dependence, and information hinterlands; to examine China's information hinterland in the face of its impending accession to the WTO, and to assess its influence on the development of individual financial centers: to undertake interim assessment of China's WTO impact on spatial restructing of financial centerd in the Mainland and Hong Kong, with examination of the roles and positions of Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai as international and national financial centers, in terms of their changing relative importance and specific rankings in China and the Pacific-Asia region. |
| Project Title: | China's WTO accession and its impact on the spatial restructuring of financial centers in mainland China and Hong Kong: a perspective of geography of finance |
| Investigator(s): | Zhao SX, Schamp E.W., Grote M.H. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Germany/Hong Kong Joint Research Scheme |
| Start Date: | 01/2003 |
| Completion Date: | 05/2005 |
| Abstract: |
| To formulate international captial flow for defining the information hinterland and heartland; to exploit the impacts of virtual market or financial center development. |
| Project Title: | Spatial restructuring of financial centers in Mainland China and Hong Kong in the face of China's WTO accession: an interim assessment |
| Investigator(s): | Zhao SX |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Incentive Award for RGC CERG Fundable But Not Funded Projects |
| Start Date: | 07/2003 |
| Abstract: |
| To explore the most important factors or driving forces behind the formation and development of financial centers, with a focus on the analysis of information externalities, asymmetric information, path dependence, and information hinterlands; to examine China's information hinterland in the face of its impending accession to the WTO, and to assess its influence on the development of individual financial centers: to undertake interim assessment of China's WTO impact on spatial restructing of financial centerd in the Mainland and Hong Kong, with examination of the roles and positions of Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai as international and national financial centers, in terms of their changing relative importance and specific rankings in China and the Pacific-Asia region. |
| Project Title: | Spatial restructuring of financial centers in Mainland China and Hong Kong in the face of China's WTO accession: an interim assessment |
| Investigator(s): | Zhao SX, Li D.D. |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research |
| Start Date: | 02/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To explore the most important factors or driving forces behind the formation and development of financial centers, with a focus on the analysis of information externalities, asymmetric information, path dependence, and information hinterlands; to examine China's information hinterland in the face of its impending accession to the WTO, and to assess its influence on the development of individual financial centers: to undertake interim assessment of China's WTO impact on spatial restructing of financial centerd in the Mainland and Hong Kong, with examination of the roles and positions of Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai as international and national financial centers, in terms of their changing relative importance and specific rankings in China and the Pacific-Asia region. |
| Project Title: | China's urban villages as migrant enclaves; the formation process and redevelopment policy |
| Investigator(s): | Zhao SX |
| Department: | Geography |
| Source(s) of Funding: | Small Project Funding |
| Start Date: | 11/2004 |
| Abstract: |
| To understand the formation process of chengzhongcun as migrant enclaves; to explore why and how chengzhongcun have become a rural migrant enclave; to assess various government proposals for the redevelopment of chengzhongcun in order to work out politically acceptable and economically feasible policy solutions. |
| List of Research Outputs |
| Zhao S.X., Asymmetric Information will Make Beijing as China's No. 1 Financial Center, Economy. 2004, 56(6): 62-65. |
| Zhao S.X. and Tong S.P., China's Industrial Structure and Regional Competitive: A Shift-share Analysis, Geography. Oxford, Blackwell, 2004, 89(2): 127-139. |
| Zhao S.X., Zhang L. and Wang T., Determining Factors of the Devlopment of a National Financial Center: The Case of China, Geoforum. Great Britain, Pergamon, 2004, 35(4): 127-139. |
| Zhao S.X. and Zhang L., Economic Growth and Income Inequality in Hong Kong: Revisit to Kuznet's Hypothesis, China: An International Journal. Singapore, National University of Singapore Press, 2005, 3(1): 74-103. |
| Zhao S.X., For Beijing Municipal Government and Beijing Financial Street Holdings, HK: ICCDS, Consultancy Report on Beijing Financial Centre Development. 2004. |
| Zhao S.X. and Wang T., Globalizing China's City-regions: New Global City-regions in next 10 Years, Beijing University Business Review. Beijing, Beijing University Press, 2005, 9(4): 74-78. |
| Zhao S.X., Zhang L. and Sit K.T.O., Income Inequalities under the Economic Structuring: The Case of Hong Kong, Asian Survey. London, Sage, 2004, 44(3): 442-473. |
| Zhao S.X., Cai J.M. and Zhang L., Information Flow and Asymmetric Information as Key Determinants for Service and Financial Center Development: A Case on Socialist China, China Economic Review. UK and USA, Elsevier, 2005, 16(3): 20-30. |
| Zhao S.X., On Strengthening Hong Kong's Financial Center under the One Country and Two Systems, Hong Kong Economic Journal Monthly. 2005, 338(5): 14-20. |