Dr. Lan Deng

Biography

Lan Deng is a professor at Taubman College specializing in Urban Regional Planning. His research interests lie broadly in the areas of housing, real estate, and local public finance, with a particular focus on the United States and China. A leading scholar in the study of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, Deng has examined key aspects of its performance, including financial costs, neighborhood impacts, and long-term viability of affordable housing provision. His work in the U.S. emphasizes various government housing programs and community-based initiatives aimed at ensuring adequate housing and suitable living environments for residents. In addition to his U.S.-focused research, Deng's work in China has gained significant recognition, examining the role of the state in shaping its housing system and assessing the impact of major housing reforms. His current research investigates the structural transformation of China’s real estate development industry and the housing affordability challenges facing the country. Deng serves as the North American Editor for Housing Studies, one of the leading international journals in housing research, and has held positions such as Associate Director of the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning from the University of California, Berkeley, alongside a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from Peking University.

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