Overview
Background
Dr. Li has been making noteworthy strides as a Research Fellow 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.
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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2022
Journal Article
Meta-analysis of the impacts of phosphorus addition on soil microbes
Wu, Wenchao, Wang, Fang, Xia, Anquan, Zhang, Zejin, Wang, Zongsong, Wang, Kui, Dong, Junfu, Li, Tong, Wu, Yibo, Che, Rongxiao, Li, Linfeng, Niu, Shuli, Hao, Yanbin, Wang, Yanfen and Cui, Xiaoyong (2022). Meta-analysis of the impacts of phosphorus addition on soil microbes. Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, 340 108180, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.agee.2022.108180
2022
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Fundamental strategic shift required by the expensive ecological policy in Chinese grasslands
Zhu, Jiapei, Xu, Xingliang, Li, Tong, Liu, Yali, Yang, Yaqian and Cui, Xiaoyong (2022). Fundamental strategic shift required by the expensive ecological policy in Chinese grasslands. Journal of Resources and Ecology, 13 (6), 955-963. doi: 10.5814/j.issn.1674-764x.2022.06.001
2022
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Facultative symbionts are potential agents of symbiont-mediated RNAi in aphids
Li, Tong, Wei, Yongjun, Zhao, Chenchen, Li, Shaojian, Gao, Suxia, Zhang, Yuanchen, Wu, Yuqing and Lu, Chuantao (2022). Facultative symbionts are potential agents of symbiont-mediated RNAi in aphids. Frontiers in Microbiology, 13 1020461. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.1020461
2022
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Phosphorylation of MdCYTOKININ RESPONSE FACTOR4 suppresses ethylene biosynthesis during apple fruit ripening
Li, Tong, Liu, Zhi, Lv, Tianxing, Xu, Yaxiu, Wei, Yun, Liu, Weiting, Wei, Yajing, Liu, Li and Wang, Aide (2022). Phosphorylation of MdCYTOKININ RESPONSE FACTOR4 suppresses ethylene biosynthesis during apple fruit ripening. Plant Physiology, 191 (1), 694-714. doi: 10.1093/plphys/kiac498
2022
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Herdsmen′ s cognitive level about sustainable utilization of grassland and its influencing factors: A case study of five counties in the Headwater Region of the Yellow River, China 牧民对草地可持续利用的生态认知水平及其影响因素-以黄河源区 5 个县为例
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Zhuang, Minghao, Cui, Xiaoyong, Yang, Yaqian, Jia, Yuantong, Xu, Zhihong and Wang, Yanfen (2022). Herdsmen′ s cognitive level about sustainable utilization of grassland and its influencing factors: A case study of five counties in the Headwater Region of the Yellow River, China 牧民对草地可持续利用的生态认知水平及其影响因素-以黄河源区 5 个县为例. Shengtai Xuebao, 42 (20), 8193-8201. doi: 10.5846/stxb202105111235
2022
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Exploring the frontiers of sustainable livelihoods research within grassland ecosystem: a scientometric analysis
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Lv, Wencong, Song, Xiufang, Cui, Xiaoyong and Tang, Li (2022). Exploring the frontiers of sustainable livelihoods research within grassland ecosystem: a scientometric analysis. Heliyon, 8 (10) e10704, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10704
2022
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Correlation Analysis between Urban Green Space and Land Surface Temperature from the Perspective of Spatial Heterogeneity: A Case Study within the Sixth Ring Road of Beijing
Liu, Wenrui, Jia, Baoquan, Li, Tong, Zhang, Qiumeng and Ma, Jie (2022). Correlation Analysis between Urban Green Space and Land Surface Temperature from the Perspective of Spatial Heterogeneity: A Case Study within the Sixth Ring Road of Beijing. Sustainability, 14 (20) 13492. doi: 10.3390/su142013492
2022
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Livelihood resilience in pastoral communities: methodological and field insights from Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau
Li, Tong, Cai, Shuohao, Singh, Ranjay K., Cui, Lizhen, Fava, Francesco, Tang, Li, Xu, Zhihong, Li, Congjia, Cui, Xiaoyong, Du, Jianqing, Hao, Yanbin, Liu, Yuexian and Wang, Yanfen (2022). Livelihood resilience in pastoral communities: methodological and field insights from Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. Science of the Total Environment, 838 (Part 2) 155960, 1-12. doi: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.155960
2022
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Characteristics of nitrogen deposition research within grassland ecosystems globally and its insight from grassland microbial community changes in China
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Liu, Lilan, Wang, Hui, Dong, Junfu, Wang, Fang, Song, Xiufang, Che, Rongxiao, Li, Congjia, Tang, Li, Xu, Zhihong, Wang, Yanfen, Du, Jianqing, Hao, Yanbin and Cui, Xiaoyong (2022). Characteristics of nitrogen deposition research within grassland ecosystems globally and its insight from grassland microbial community changes in China. Frontiers in Plant Science, 13 947279, 1-15. doi: 10.3389/fpls.2022.947279
2022
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A chromosome-level genome assembly of the orange wheat blossom midge, Sitodiplosis mosellana Gehin (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) provides insights into the evolution of a detoxification system
Gong, Zhongjun, Li, Tong, Miao, Jin, Duan, Yun, Jiang, Yueli, Li, Huiling, Guo, Pei, Wang, Xueqin, Zhang, Jing and Wu, Yuqing (2022). A chromosome-level genome assembly of the orange wheat blossom midge, Sitodiplosis mosellana Gehin (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) provides insights into the evolution of a detoxification system. G3-Genes Genomes Genetics, 12 (8) jkac161. doi: 10.1093/g3journal/jkac161
2022
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Identification of a Novel Densovirus in Aphid, and Uncovering the Possible Antiviral Process During Its Infection
Li, Tong, Li, Haichao, Wu, Yuqing, Li, Shaojian, Yuan, Guohui and Xu, Pengjun (2022). Identification of a Novel Densovirus in Aphid, and Uncovering the Possible Antiviral Process During Its Infection. Frontiers in Immunology, 13 905628. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.905628
2022
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Chloroplast genomes and nuclear sequences reveal the interspecific relationships of <i>Crataegus bretschneideri</i> C. K. Schneid. and related species in China
Zhang, Xiao, Sun, Xinyu, Li, Tong, Wang, Jian, Xue, Miliao, Sun, Chao and Dong, Wenxuan (2022). Chloroplast genomes and nuclear sequences reveal the interspecific relationships of Crataegus bretschneideri C. K. Schneid. and related species in China. Tree Genetics & Genomes, 18 (3) 24. doi: 10.1007/s11295-022-01556-9
2022
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Characteristics and trends of grassland degradation research
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Scotton, Michele, Dong, Junfu, Xu, Zhihong, Che, Rongxiao, Tang, Li, Cai, Shuohao, Wu, Wenchao, Andreatta, Davide, Wang, Yanfen, Song, Xiufang, Hao, Yanbin and Cui, Xiaoyong (2022). Characteristics and trends of grassland degradation research. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 22 (7), 1901-1912. doi: 10.1007/s11368-022-03209-9
2022
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Wood decay fungi: an analysis of worldwide research
Li, Tong, Cui, Lizhen, Song, Xiufang, Cui, Xiaoyong, Wei, Yulian, Tang, Li, Mu, Yanhong and Xu, Zhihong (2022). Wood decay fungi: an analysis of worldwide research. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 22 (6), 1688-1702. doi: 10.1007/s11368-022-03225-9
2022
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Partiti-like viruses from African armyworm increase larval and pupal mortality of a novel host: the Egyptian cotton leafworm
Xu, Pengjun, Rice, Annabel, Li, Tong, Wang, Jie, Yang, Xianming, Yuan, He, Graham, Robert and Wilson, Kenneth (2022). Partiti-like viruses from African armyworm increase larval and pupal mortality of a novel host: the Egyptian cotton leafworm. Pest Management Science, 78 (4), 1529-1537. doi: 10.1002/ps.6771
2021
Journal Article
Effects of membrane pore activation on microporous membrane emulsification process and emulsion droplet formation
Hu, Yuning, Gong, Fangling, Yan, Xingran, Li, Tong, Chen, Jingkun, Wei, Wei and Ma, Guanghui (2021). Effects of membrane pore activation on microporous membrane emulsification process and emulsion droplet formation. Colloid and Polymer Science, 300 (4), 297-307. doi: 10.1007/s00396-021-04915-5
2021
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Bound water characteristics and microstructure evolution during uniaxial compression of mucky silty clay
Li, Shuo, Wang, Changming, Zhang, Suoyu, Li, Tong and Khan, Kaleem Ullah Jan (2021). Bound water characteristics and microstructure evolution during uniaxial compression of mucky silty clay. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 22 (3), 782-796. doi: 10.1007/s11368-021-03102-x
2021
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A geographic identification of sustainable development obstacles and countermeasures in drylands: a case study in Inner Mongolia, China
Li, Tong, Jia, Yuantong, Fava, Francesco, Xu, Zhihong, Zhu, Jiapei, Yang, Yaqian, Tang, Li, Wang, Yanfen, Hao, Yanbin and Cui, Xiaoyong (2021). A geographic identification of sustainable development obstacles and countermeasures in drylands: a case study in Inner Mongolia, China. Ecological Indicators, 132 108257, 1-13. doi: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108257
2021
Journal Article
Ethylene-activated MdPUB24 mediates ubiquitination of MdBEL7 to promote chlorophyll degradation in apple fruit
Wei, Yun, Jin, Juntong, Xu, Yaxiu, Liu, Weiting, Yang, Guangxin, Bu, Haidong, Li, Tong and Wang, Aide (2021). Ethylene-activated MdPUB24 mediates ubiquitination of MdBEL7 to promote chlorophyll degradation in apple fruit. Plant Journal, 108 (1), 169-182. doi: 10.1111/tpj.15432
2021
Journal Article
Investigating the core microbiota and its influencing factors in traditional Chinese pickles
An, Feiyu, Sun, Huijun, Wu, Junrui, Zhao, Chunyan, Li, Tong, Huang, Heting, Fang, Qiang, Mu, Endong and Wu, Rina (2021). Investigating the core microbiota and its influencing factors in traditional Chinese pickles. Food Research International, 147 110543. doi: 10.1016/j.foodres.2021.110543
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