Overview
Background
Dr. Li has been making noteworthy strides as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Queensland since June 2023, demonstrating his broad expertise in environmental science. His current research endeavors are focused on soil organic carbon, mentored by the university's esteemed soil research group.
His scholarly journey was rooted in Shandong University, where he acquired a Bachelor's degree in Soil Science (2011-2015). His intellectual curiosity drove him to the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he accomplished a Master's degree in Soil Ecology (2015-2018) and later a Ph.D. in 2022. Simultaneously, he pursued a second Ph.D. at Griffith University from 2020 to 2023. This rigorous academic pathway led him to a brief but enriching Postdoctoral tenure at the Technical University of Denmark from February to May 2023.
Dr. Li's research portfolio is a testament to his intellectual versatility and commitment. It encompasses a variety of critical environmental issues, ranging from sustainable livelihoods for pastoralists in grassland ecosystems to geospatial pattern analysis, grassland degradation management, soil organic carbon studies, and wood decay fungi and community ecology. He also excels in employing bibliometric/scientometric and machine learning analysis in ecological studies. With such a wide gamut of expertise, Dr. Li stands at the nexus of several environmental science disciplines, poised to make substantial contributions.
In recognition of his academic excellence, Dr. Li has earned prestigious accolades. He received the Chinese Government Award for Outstanding Self-financed Students Abroad in 2021, ranking him among the top 500 worldwide. The following year, he was distinguished with the President's Award for Excellence from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, positioning him in the top 400 recipients.
Availability
- Dr Tong Li is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of the Chinese Academy of Science
- Doctor of Philosophy, Griffith University
Research interests
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Low cost carbon stock estimation using proximal and remote sensing
One of my primary research interests lies in the integration of proximal and remote sensing technologies for cost-effective carbon stock estimation. Under the guidance of Dr. Yash, I am currently working on a national project that aims to utilize these cutting-edge techniques more accurately and efficiently measure carbon stocks. This project underscores my commitment to utilizing advanced remote sensing technology in ecological research, contributing to the broader goals of environmental sustainability and carbon management.
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Sustainable Grassland Management
Another focal point of my research revolves around sustainable grassland management, specifically addressing the issue of grassland degradation on the Tibetan Plateau. Through the integration of remote sensing data, statistical analysis, and questionnaire responses, I delve into the sustainable livelihoods of pastoralists in the heart of the Tibetan Plateau, the three-river headwater region. My research endeavors to systematically dissect spatial change characteristics and identify key influencing factors. The findings from this study hold immense potential to enhance the theoretical framework and practical applications of sustainable development management in pastoral areas. Hence, my research is not only academically stimulating but also carries significant implications for the betterment of sustainable practices within pastoral communities.
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The application of machine learning and artificial intelligence for soil ecology study
In my pursuit of uncovering trends in soil ecology, I harness the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence, amalgamating these advanced techniques with conventional scientometric tools. My expertise lies in conducting comprehensive analyses of the extensive body of soil/ecology literature. This approach allows me to effectively characterize emerging research trends, identify key thematic elements, and spotlight burgeoning hotspots of inquiry. Consequently, my work not only contributes to the advancement of the field but also aids fellow researchers in navigating the vast expanse of scholarly literature, thereby facilitating more targeted and impactful studies in soil ecology.
Research impacts
Dr. Li's research impact in the fields of ecology and sustainability science is both substantial and continually expanding. This is clearly demonstrated by his successful publication of approximately 30 peer-reviewed articles over the past five years. Remarkably, more than half of these scholarly contributions were led by Dr. Li as the first author, showcasing not only his commitment to propelling knowledge in these critical areas but also his leadership and project management abilities. His publications span a vast array of subjects, ranging from sustainable livelihoods for pastoralists in grassland ecosystems to bibliometric/scientometric analysis, each one enriching the academic community's comprehension of vital environmental challenges. Furthermore, his focused research on soil organic carbon, geospatial pattern analysis, grassland degradation management, and wood decay fungi and community ecology has furnished valuable insights and pragmatic solutions to pressing issues pertaining to ecological health and sustainable development. The influence of Dr. Li's research to date is significant, and he remains devoted to furthering these critical fields of study in his current role as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Queensland.
Beyond his scholarly pursuits, Dr. Li also plays a pivotal role in the academic community. He serves as a reviewer for numerous esteemed scientific journals, including Land Use Policy, Ecological Indicators, Journal of Soils and Sediments, Environment Science and Pollution Research, and Environmental Science and Ecotechnology. Additionally, he is making strides as a youth Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Integrative Agriculture and Watershed Ecology and Environment, highlighting his professional engagement and leadership in the field.
Works
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2025
Journal Article
From soil health to agricultural productivity: The critical role of soil constraint management
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Filipović, Vilim, Tang, Caixian, Lai, Yunru, Wehr, Bernhard, Song, Xiufang, Chapman, Scott, Liu, Hongdou, Dalal, Ram C. and Dang, Yash P. (2025). From soil health to agricultural productivity: The critical role of soil constraint management. Catena, 250 108776, 1-15. doi: 10.1016/j.catena.2025.108776
2025
Journal Article
Evaluating livelihood resilience in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's pastoral communities: Insights from an entropy-TOPSIS and geospatial analysis approach
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Xu, Zhihong, Cui, Xiaoyong and Wang, Yanfen (2025). Evaluating livelihood resilience in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's pastoral communities: Insights from an entropy-TOPSIS and geospatial analysis approach. Science Talks, 13 (Annu. Rev. Ecol. Evol. Syst. 4 2024) 100416, 100416. doi: 10.1016/j.sctalk.2024.100416
2025
Journal Article
Characteristics and Framework for Assessing Supply and Demand Relationship for Ecosystem Services Using a Trade-off and Synergy Lens
He, Jinxin, Zhou, Yan, Pandey, Rajiv, Stringer, Lindsay C., Cao, Yingui, Bhatt, Honey, Luo, Rongliulian, Wang, Shufei, Li, Tong and Li, Shengpeng (2025). Characteristics and Framework for Assessing Supply and Demand Relationship for Ecosystem Services Using a Trade-off and Synergy Lens. Land Degradation and Development. doi: 10.1002/ldr.5484
2024
Journal Article
Unveiling and advancing grassland degradation research using a BERTopic modelling approach
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Wu, Yu, Pandey, Rajiv, Liu, Hongdou, Dong, Junfu, Wang, Weijin, Xu, Zhihong, Song, Xiufang, Hao, Yanbin, Cui, Xiaoyong, Du, Jianqing, Zhang, Xuefu and Wang, Yanfen (2024). Unveiling and advancing grassland degradation research using a BERTopic modelling approach. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 24 (3), 949-965. doi: 10.1016/j.jia.2024.11.008
2024
Journal Article
A comprehensive review of soil organic carbon estimates: integrating remote sensing and machine learning technologies
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Kuhnert, Matthias, McLaren, Timothy I., Pandey, Rajiv, Liu, Hongdou, Wang, Weijin, Xu, Zhihong, Xia, Anquan, Dalal, Ram C. and Dang, Yash P. (2024). A comprehensive review of soil organic carbon estimates: integrating remote sensing and machine learning technologies. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 24 (11), 3556-3571. doi: 10.1007/s11368-024-03913-8
2024
Journal Article
Beyond grassland degradation: pathways to resilience for pastoralist households in alpine grassland ecosystems
Li, Tong, Singh, Ranjay K., Cui, Lizhen, Pandey, Rajiv, Liu, Hongdou, Xu, Zhihong, Tang, Li, Du, Jianqing, Cui, Xiaoyong and Wang, Yanfen (2024). Beyond grassland degradation: pathways to resilience for pastoralist households in alpine grassland ecosystems. Journal of Environmental Management, 368 121992, 121992. doi: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.121992
2024
Journal Article
Plant trait approach to assess the vulnerability of Rhododendron arboreum in western Himalayas
Pandey, Rajiv, Rawat, Monika, Singh, Rajat, Kumar, Munesh, Chaturvedi, Ravi, Cui, Lizhen and Li, Tong (2024). Plant trait approach to assess the vulnerability of Rhododendron arboreum in western Himalayas. Environmental and Sustainability Indicators, 23 100415, 100415-23. doi: 10.1016/j.indic.2024.100415
2024
Journal Article
Soil organic carbon estimation via remote sensing and machine learning techniques: global topic modeling and research trend exploration
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Wu, Yu, McLaren, Timothy I., Xia, Anquan, Pandey, Rajiv, Liu, Hongdou, Wang, Weijin, Xu, Zhihong, Song, Xiufang, Dalal, Ram C. and Dang, Yash P. (2024). Soil organic carbon estimation via remote sensing and machine learning techniques: global topic modeling and research trend exploration. Remote Sensing, 16 (17) 3168, 1-20. doi: 10.3390/rs16173168
2024
Journal Article
Beyond water and soil: Air emerges as a major reservoir of human pathogens
Li, Tong, Feng, Kai, Wang, Shang, Yang, Xingsheng, Peng, Xi, Tu, Qichao and Deng, Ye (2024). Beyond water and soil: Air emerges as a major reservoir of human pathogens. Environment International, 190 108869, 108869-190. doi: 10.1016/j.envint.2024.108869
2024
Journal Article
CoBacFM: Core bacteria forecast model for global grassland pH dynamics under future climate warming scenarios
Feng, Kai, Wang, Shang, He, Qing, Bonkowski, Michael, Bahram, Mohammad, Yergeau, Etienne, Wang, Zhujun, Peng, Xi, Wang, Danrui, Li, Shuzhen, Wang, Yingcheng, Ju, Zhicheng, Du, Xiongfeng, Yan, Chengliang, Gu, Songsong, Li, Tong, Yang, Xingsheng, Shen, Wenli, Wei, Ziyan, Hu, Qiulong, Li, Pengfei, Zhu, Yanmei, Lu, Guangxin, Qin, Clara, Zhang, Gengxin, Xiao, Chunwang, Yang, Yunfeng, Zhou, Jizhong and Deng, Ye (2024). CoBacFM: Core bacteria forecast model for global grassland pH dynamics under future climate warming scenarios. One Earth, 7 (7), 1275-1287. doi: 10.1016/j.oneear.2024.06.002
2024
Journal Article
A comprehensive review of the global epidemiology, clinical management, socio-economic impacts, and national responses to long COVID with future research directions
Song, Xiufang, Song, Weiwei, Cui, Lizhen, Duong, Tim Q., Pandy, Rajiv, Liu, Hongdou, Zhou, Qun, Sun, Jiayao, Liu, Yanli and Li, Tong (2024). A comprehensive review of the global epidemiology, clinical management, socio-economic impacts, and national responses to long COVID with future research directions. Diagnostics, 14 (11) 1168. doi: 10.3390/diagnostics14111168
2024
Journal Article
Comparative transcriptome analysis explores the mechanism of angiosperm and gymnosperm deadwood degradation by Fomes fomentarius
Wei, Yulian, Xue, Jianbin, Shi, Jiangtao, Li, Tong and Yuan, Haisheng (2024). Comparative transcriptome analysis explores the mechanism of angiosperm and gymnosperm deadwood degradation by Fomes fomentarius. Journal of Fungi, 10 (3) 196. doi: 10.3390/jof10030196
2024
Journal Article
Managing multiple stressors for sustainable livelihoods in dryland ecosystems: Insights and entry points for resource management
Li, Tong, Singh, Ranjay K., Cui, Lizhen, Xu, Zhihong, Pandey, Rajiv, Liu, Yuexian, Cui, Xiaoyong, Liu, Yali, Fava, Francesco, Yang, Yaqian and Wang, Yanfen (2024). Managing multiple stressors for sustainable livelihoods in dryland ecosystems: Insights and entry points for resource management. Land Degradation and Development, 35 (3), 968-984. doi: 10.1002/ldr.4964
2024
Journal Article
Correction to: Quantitatively mapping the research status and trends of vegetation responses to climate change with bibliometric analysis
Li, Xinzhe, Wen, Zhiqiang, Cui, Lizhen, Chen, Yang, Li, Tong, Liu, Hongdou, Xu, Zhihong, Cui, Xiaoyong and Song, Xiufang (2024). Correction to: Quantitatively mapping the research status and trends of vegetation responses to climate change with bibliometric analysis. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 24 (2), 1057-1057. doi: 10.1007/s11368-024-03739-4
2024
Journal Article
Determination of priority conservation areas in the Yellow River source region based on ecosystem integrity evaluations
Li, Congjia, Hao, Yanbin, Zheng, Zhenzhen, Xu, Xin, Cui, Lizhen, Guan, Mengxi, Guan, Shuntian, Li, Tong, Pang, Zhe, Li, Linfeng, Gu, Qiang, Cui, Xiaoyong, Xue, Kai, Du, Jianqing and Wang, Yanfen (2024). Determination of priority conservation areas in the Yellow River source region based on ecosystem integrity evaluations. Global Ecology and Conservation, 49 e02800. doi: 10.1016/j.gecco.2024.e02800
2024
Journal Article
iNAP 2.0: Harnessing metabolic complementarity in microbial network analysis
Peng, Xi, Feng, Kai, Yang, Xingsheng, He, Qing, Zhao, Bo, Li, Tong, Wang, Shang and Deng, Ye (2024). iNAP 2.0: Harnessing metabolic complementarity in microbial network analysis. iMeta, 3 (5) e235. doi: 10.1002/imt2.235
2024
Book Chapter
Ecosystem management and sustainable livelihoods in drylands
Wang, Yanfen, Liu, Yali, Shan, Liwen, Du, Jianqing, Liu, Yuexian, Li, Tong and Cui, Xiaoyong (2024). Ecosystem management and sustainable livelihoods in drylands. Dryland social-ecological systems in changing environments. (pp. 139-157) edited by Bojie Fu and Mark Stafford-Smith. Singapore, Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore. doi: 10.1007/978-981-99-9375-8_5
2023
Journal Article
Micro- and nanoplastics in soil: Linking sources to damage on soil ecosystem services in life cycle assessment
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Xu, Zhihong, Liu, Hongdou, Cui, Xiaoyong and Fantke, Peter (2023). Micro- and nanoplastics in soil: Linking sources to damage on soil ecosystem services in life cycle assessment. Science of the Total Environment, 904 166925, 166925. doi: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166925
2023
Journal Article
Exploring the evolving landscape of COVID-19 interfaced with livelihoods
Li, Tong, Wang, Yanfen, Cui, Lizhen, Singh, Ranjay K., Liu, Hongdou, Song, Xiufang, Xu, Zhihong and Cui, Xiaoyong (2023). Exploring the evolving landscape of COVID-19 interfaced with livelihoods. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, 10 (1) 908, 1-12. doi: 10.1057/s41599-023-02391-6
2023
Journal Article
Micro- and nanoplastics in soils: Tracing research progression from comprehensive analysis to ecotoxicological effects
Liu, Hongdou, Cui, Lizhen, Li, Tong, Schillaci, Calogero, Song, Xiufang, Pastorino, Paolo, Zou, Hongtao, Cui, Xiaoyong, Xu, Zhihong and Fantke, Peter (2023). Micro- and nanoplastics in soils: Tracing research progression from comprehensive analysis to ecotoxicological effects. Ecological Indicators, 156 111109, 1-15. doi: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2023.111109
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