Dr. Gang Li: Doctoral Student at the College of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Lanzhou University, China
Li Gang is a doctoral researcher at Lanzhou University, China, specializing in geochemistry and environmental sciences. With significant contributions to charcoal identification, δ13C fractionation during charring, and paleoenvironment reconstruction, his work bridges ancient environmental conditions and human interactions. His innovative studies are widely recognized in the geochemistry field.
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Research Metrics
- Citations: 599 (by 481 documents)
- h-Index: 12
- Documents Published: 32
Education
Li Gang earned a Bachelor of Science in Geochemistry in 2020 from Lanzhou University. He is currently pursuing a combined Master’s and Ph.D. in Geography at Lanzhou University, delving deeper into geochemical and paleoenvironmental research, with a focus on innovative methodologies.
Research Focus
Li’s research encompasses advanced studies in charcoalification processes, δ13C fractionation, and reconstructing paleoenvironmental conditions. His work also employs GIS and machine learning to model dynamic settlement patterns and explore human-environment interactions from prehistory.
Experience
Li has actively participated in multiple high-impact research projects, including the “Innovation Star” program for Gansu University Graduate Students. His expertise has led to impactful publications and presentations at renowned conferences. He has a strong record of interdisciplinary research that combines geochemistry with advanced analytical tools.
Research Timeline
- 2020–2026: Doctoral research at Lanzhou University, focusing on δ13C fractionation and paleoenvironmental reconstructions.
- 2023: Presented findings on settlement dynamics and machine learning at national conferences.
- 2021–2022: Published high-impact research on prehistoric subsistence and firewood gathering.
Awards & Honors
Li Gang earned recognition as the “Innovation Star” among graduate students in Gansu for his groundbreaking research on δ13C fractionation in charcoalification. This accolade underscores his innovative approach and contribution to geochemistry.
Top-Noted Publications
Decoding Ancient Charcoal Formation and Post-Deposition: Insights from Chemical Composition Analysis
Authors: Li, G., Li, X., Dong, J., Qiu, M., Dong, G.
Journal: Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports (2025, Vol. 61, Article 104963)
Summary: This study investigates the chemical changes in ancient charcoal to unravel its formation and post-depositional processes. The findings offer significant insights into paleoenvironmental reconstructions and human-environment interactions.
Citations: 0
Detecting the Waves of Southward Culture Diffusion along the Eastern Margin of the Tibetan Plateau During the Neolithic and Bronze Age: A Sarcophagus Burial Perspective
Authors: Song, T., Deng, X., Zhang, Z., Wei, W., Ma, M.
Journal: Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences (2024, Vol. 16, Issue 12, Article 196)
Summary: This research explores cultural diffusion through sarcophagus burial practices, revealing southward migration patterns during the Neolithic and Bronze Ages.
Citations: 0
GIS and Machine Learning Models Target Dynamic Settlement Patterns and Their Driving Mechanisms from the Neolithic to Bronze Age in the Northeastern Tibetan Plateau
Authors: Li, G., Dong, J., Che, M., Fan, J., Dong, G.
Journal: Remote Sensing (2024, Vol. 16, Issue 8, Article 1454)
Summary: This open-access study uses GIS and machine learning to model settlement patterns and their driving mechanisms in prehistoric northeastern Tibetan Plateau.
Citations: 0
Anthropogenic Impact on the Terrestrial Environment in the Lake Dian Basin, Southwestern China During the Bronze Age and Ming–Qing Period
Authors: Liu, P., Liu, F., Li, G., Cao, H., Li, X.
Journal: Land (2024, Vol. 13, Issue 2, Article 228)
Summary: This open-access article examines human influence on the terrestrial environment over two distinct historical periods in the Lake Dian Basin.
Citations: 1
Isotopic Evidence Reveals the Gradual Intensification of Millet Agriculture in Neolithic Western Loess Plateau
Authors: Ma, M., Dong, J., Yang, Y., Dong, G., Chen, F.
Journal: Fundamental Research (2024, Article in Press)
Summary: The article employs isotopic evidence to trace the development of millet agriculture, highlighting its progressive intensification during the Neolithic period.
Citations: 10