Dr. Qing Guo

Biography

Qing Yuan Guo is a PhD candidate in Regional Urban Planning Studies at the London School of Economics. His research focuses on theorizing realistic planning practices and problem-solving to develop a planner-centric agenda within planning theory. Guo aims to enable enterprise planning theory to become a generative platform of practical wisdom, empowering the planning profession effectively. His expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including spatial data analysis, design, and policy analysis, with current work primarily engaging in interviewing planning professionals in the built environment across England. Guo's approach to planning theory is significantly influenced by scholars such as Andreas Faludi and Patsy Healey, reflecting a strong commitment to grounding theoretical frameworks in actual practice. His broad theoretical interests include French social theories, American pragmatism, theories of justice, and mechanical philosophy. He has conducted research in critical areas such as Chinese rural development, agricultural development zones, and public health. In his PhD studies, Guo is actively involved in the 'AESOP Memories' project within the Association of European Schools of Planning, conducting archival research and interviewing senior members. Additionally, he is an active volunteer with Planning Aid London.

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