Summary
Yuntian is a Geospatial Analyst in the Research and Evaluation Unit at AidData. As part of the geospatial analysis team, she develops and implements geospatial workflows and programming to transform remotely sensed imagery and open-source data into insights on social-ecological and environmental issues.
Education
Master of Environmental Management, Duke University
Master of Forestry, Duke University
B.S. in General Chemistry & Environmental Systems, University of California San Diego
Background
Before joining AidData, Yuntian earned dual master’s degrees in environmental management and forestry from Duke University, where she developed expertise in remote sensing data processing and geospatial analysis. Through her internships with non-profit organizations, she leveraged aerial imagery and LiDAR data to support conservation efforts and inform habitat management strategies and policymaking. Her work focused on using geospatial technologies to analyze land cover changes, assess environmental impacts, and enhance decision-making for sustainable resource management.