Qing Chang
Qing Chang is a multidisciplinary environmental scientist with expertise in agricultural drought, plant physiology, ecohydrology, and remote sensing. Her research focuses on assessing and predicting the effects of climate variability on the health and productivity of terrestrial plants in both natural and managed ecosystems. Working across multiple scales, from individual fields to global ecosystems, Qing uses interdisciplinary methods to enhance our understanding of how terrestrial vegetation responds to climate change and extreme events, such as drought. Her work explores vegetation responses at various levels—ranging from the organ level and canopy structure to overall ecosystem function. In addition, Qing develops predictive models to forecast future ecosystem conditions, enhance terrestrial productivity, and optimize carbon sequestration. These efforts are crucial for improving ecosystem resilience in the face of climate change while supporting sustainable management practices, maintaining ecosystem health, improving agricultural yields, and promoting human well-being. Qing Chang is currently a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Iowa. She earned her Ph.D. in Environmental Science from Indiana University in August 2024.
