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Dr. Arthur Huang| Politics and Media| Best Researcher Award

Dr. Arthur Huang is a distinguished academic and researcher with a robust background in Civil Engineering, specializing in Transportation Data Analytics. In 2013, he proudly earned his Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Minnesota, preceded by a Master of Arts in Urban Planning and Policy in 2010. Dr. Huang’s educational journey commenced at Tsinghua University in Beijing, where he obtained a Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering in 2007. His diverse academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering & Automation from Beihang University in 2004. This extensive education has equipped him with a holistic understanding of complex systems, data analytics, and urban planning, forming the cornerstone of his multifaceted professional journey.

Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the University of Central Florida since the fall of 2023, Dr. Huang began his academic career as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Tarleton State University within the Texas A&M System, contributing actively to academic and research endeavors from fall 2014 to fall 2018. Transitioning to UCF, he continued to make impactful strides as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Travel, Events, and Attractions from fall 2018 to fall 2023. Dr. Huang’s dedication to research and teaching is further exemplified by his past role as a Research Analyst Intern at the Center for Clean Air Policy in Washington, DC, during the summer of 2010. There, he engaged in a project focused on developing a time-series model to predict international greenhouse gas emissions trends, showcasing his commitment to addressing critical environmental challenges through data-driven approaches. Dr. Huang’s professional journey reflects a continuous commitment to education, research, and the pursuit of knowledge within the dynamic realms of engineering and sustainable policy.

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🎓 Education :

🎓 In 2013, I proudly earned my Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Data Analytics from the esteemed University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN. This academic achievement was preceded by a Master of Arts in Urban Planning and Policy in 2010, further enhancing my expertise in the intricacies of public affairs at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. My educational journey began at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, where I earned a Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering in 2007. During the summer of 2006, I had the privilege of attending the Santa Fe Institute Complex Systems Summer School, where I not only gained valuable interdisciplinary knowledge but also secured a full scholarship for the program. This enriching experience complemented my diverse academic background. My educational foundation was laid at Beihang University in Beijing, China, where I earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering & Automation in 2004. 🌍 The combination of these academic pursuits has equipped me with a holistic understanding of complex systems, data analytics, and urban planning, forming the cornerstone of my multifaceted professional journey.

📚Professional experience:

🏫 Currently, I proudly hold the position of Associate Professor at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL, starting in the fall of 2023. My academic journey in the field of academia commenced as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Tarleton State University within the Texas A&M System, where I served from fall 2014 to fall 2018. During this time, I actively contributed to the academic and research endeavors of the department. 🌐 Transitioning to the vibrant academic community at UCF, I continued to make impactful strides as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Travel, Events, and Attractions, a role I held from fall 2018 to fall 2023. My dedication to research and teaching has been further exemplified by my previous role as a Research Analyst Intern at the Center for Clean Air Policy in Washington, DC, during the summer of 2010. 🌱 There, I engaged in a project focused on developing a time-series model to predict the trends of international greenhouse gas emissions, showcasing my commitment to addressing critical environmental challenges through data-driven approaches. My professional journey reflects a continuous commitment to education, research, and the pursuit of knowledge within the dynamic realms of engineering and sustainable policy.

AWARDS AND HONORS :

🏆 As a proud member of the UCF Knighted Faculty since 2022, my commitment to excellence in teaching and research has been recognized through various accolades. I successfully completed a rigorous one-year training program on inclusive course design and experiential learning offered by the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, enhancing my skills in creating engaging and inclusive educational experiences. 🎓 The acknowledgment of my scholarly contributions includes a Best Paper Nomination Award at the 2022 Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences, showcasing the impact of my research in the academic community. Additionally, I received UCF High-Quality Online Course Badge Awards for both “Tourism Industry Analysis” and “Smart Travel and Tourism,” affirming my dedication to delivering high-quality online education.

🌟 Beyond the academic realm, I was honored with the UCF Rosen College Hero Award in 2020 for developing insightful webinars on economic recovery and business adaptation amid the challenges posed by COVID-19. 🌐 Further recognition of my innovative course design approaches came with the UCF High Impact Practice (HIP) Course Designation Award and the UCF Integrative Learning Course Designation Award in December 2020, highlighting my efforts in incorporating active learning strategies and experiential modules into courses.

🚗 My journey in academia is also marked by prestigious awards, including the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Society MN Best Paper Award in 2012 for my dissertation work, which clinched the best student paper award. Prior to that, I received the Babak Armajani Prize for Excellent Graduate Students at the University of Minnesota in 2010, along with recognition from the Midwestern District ITE and the North American Regional Science Council for my outstanding graduate student papers. The foundation of my academic pursuits was further supported by prestigious fellowships and scholarships, underscoring my dedication to advancing knowledge in the field. 🌐💡