Showcase of Science Popularization Volunteers of Jiuhuashan Global Geopark 2025

Showcase of Science Popularization Volunteers of Jiuhuashan Global Geopark 2025

Different Stories Intertwined with the Same Passion
Coming from all directions, we head to Jiuhuashan, just to meet the peaks.
This summer, Jiuhuashan will listen to our footsteps, perceive through our eyes, and touch our passion, gently unfolding the mysteries of geology and the poetry of nature in this valley.

Hou Yanyan / Beijing Forestry University
Hello everyone! My nature name is Gardenia. I have loved flowers, plants, and trees since childhood. I studied Landscape Architecture as an undergraduate and have worked in planting design for 8 years. My current research focuses on chestnut trees, so I have had quite a lot of interaction with the “plant fellows” in nature. Now, I am full of longing for nature education and hope to deeply engage in this field in the future. For this activity, I have two small expectations: on the one hand, I hope to improve my nature observation ability through training, gain a deeper understanding of Jiuhuashan, comprehend the relationship between humans and nature, and strive to become a spokesperson for nature; on the other hand, I also hope to access resources related to nature education, such as site selection skills and information about partner institutions, to pave the way for future work. Of course, what I look forward to most is meeting like-minded partners, exchanging experiences, sharing insights, and contributing to the grand cause of nature education and conservation.

Li Qian / Shanxi University of Finance and Economics
Li Qian is a faculty member in Physical Geography and Resource Environment at Shanxi University of Finance and Economics, holding a Ph.D. She graduated from China University of Geosciences (Beijing) and was a visiting scholar at the University of New South Wales, Australia. She was selected for the Danxiashan  Global Geopark Science Popularization Volunteer Training Camp and has participated in multiple geopark application, evaluation, and planning projects. She is passionate about geoscience outreach and hopes to continuously improve her science communication ability, acquire new knowledge, and accumulate materials on geological and geomorphological landscapes through Global Geopark training programs, fulfilling her mission of education and service to society.

Niu Huibin / Fudan University
Niu Huibin is a Ph.D. from the School of Philosophy at Fudan University, specializing in religious studies. She has a wide range of interests, especially in sports, dance, and travel. She is very much looking forward to exchanging and learning with outstanding participants from different disciplines in this Jiuhuashan science outreach volunteer activity, exploring the mysteries of China’s magnificent landscapes together, and hopes to become good friends with everyone.

Zhang Xin / South-Central Minzu University
Zhang Xin is a doctoral student at South-Central Minzu University, focusing on cultural heritage and ethnic regional culture. She has published a personal work From Xin’s Beginning and six academic papers.

Ma Jianhua / Sun Yat-sen University
Hello everyone, I am Ma Jianhua, a Ph.D. candidate from the School of Earth Sciences and Engineering at Sun Yat-sen University. I have previously participated in science outreach activities at Yandangshan  Global Geopark, Danxiashan  Global Geopark, and Longyan  Global Geopark, and have served as a volunteer multiple times. Welcome everyone to my hometown Anhui. I look forward to participating in this activity and making progress together with all of you.

Zeng Lanhua / Jiaying University
A native of Chaoshan, she holds a master’s degree in Physical Geography from South China Normal University and is currently an Associate Professor of Geography at the School of Geography and Tourism, Jiaying University. She has been engaged in physical geography teaching for 20 years and has rich experience in both theoretical teaching and leading field practice. Due to personal interests and professional needs, she has traveled across more than 30 provincial-level regions in China and some other countries, gaining insights into science outreach work both domestically and internationally. She has loved nature since childhood and is full of curiosity and a desire to explore the natural world.
She has participated in multiple trainings for nature educators and science outreach volunteers. In 2024, she won the “Best Science Popularization Award” at the Danxiashan  Global Geopark volunteer program.
She looks forward to making more like-minded friends at this Jiuhuashan training!

Zeng Suping / Yanshan No.1 High School, Jiangxi Province
Zeng Suping
Senior Geography Teacher, Yanshan No.1 High School, Jiangxi Province
Master of English Education, Beijing Normal University
National Psychological Counselor; Tea Artist; Tea Evaluator
Nature Mentor, Jiangxi Birdwatching Society
Certified Nature Educator, Chinese Society of Forestry
Environmental Education Instructor (Cornell University)
Registered Lecturer, WWF Environmental Education
Founder of “Birdman Dye Workshop”
Public Welfare Nature Mentor, Jiangxi Administration of Wuyishan National Park
Outstanding Science Popularization Volunteer in Shennongjia
Outstanding Student, Li Xin Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Program (Phase I & II)
Recipient of the “Outstanding Women in Nature Education Cases of China Biosphere Reserve Network” jointly awarded by , MAB, and ANSO

Since 2006, she has been engaged in birdwatching and has been invited to participate in bird surveys in Wuyishan, Xinjiang, and the Tibet border regions. She has participated in more than 10 international birdwatching competitions and won over 20 awards; she has discovered 3 new species records in Jiangxi Province and 8 new records in the Jiangxi section of Wuyishan National Park. Wherever she goes, she observes and records the local geology, landforms, soils, vegetation, ecological environment, and cultural features along the way.

Over nearly 30 years of spare time, she has systematically studied birds, wild medicinal plants, tea, frogs, cicadas, snakes, and more in Wuyishan. She can identify more than 100 bird species and over 10 species of cicadas and frogs by sound, and is familiar with over 300 medicinal plants, more than 200 butterfly species, and over 20 snake species. She has written dozens of science popularization articles and produced more than 100 science videos. She pioneered techniques such as “bird-and-plant dyeing” and designed and carried out, on a public welfare basis, more than 10 series of nature education programs, including Exploring Tongmuguan, the Birthplace of Black Tea and Materia Medica China, Materia Medica Wuyi, covering all age groups.

Her public welfare efforts have expanded from within schools to Wuyishan National Park (Jiangxi section), as well as cities, counties, universities, primary and secondary schools, kindergartens, and communities across Jiangxi Province. She organized the first Jiangxi Provincial Primary and Secondary School Birdwatching Competition. The provincial-level project she led, Investigation and Protection of Swallows in the Process of Urbanization, won an excellence award. Her various activities have been reported by CCTV and media at provincial, municipal, and county levels.

She is honored to be selected as a science popularization volunteer for Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark and looks forward to conducting scientific investigations, researching Jiuhuashan, and telling its stories together with a group of knowledgeable and engaging partners.

Chen Gong / Nantong Environmental Monitoring Center, Jiangsu Province
Hello everyone! I am engaged in ecological remote sensing and biodiversity monitoring, and I am also a naturalist who carries binoculars and specimen boxes. In my work, I track ecological changes using satellite imagery; in my life, I measure the magnificent landscapes of our country with my own feet. In my spare time, I initiated the “Urban Nature Classroom” series of science popularization activities, leading the public to observe birds, explore insects at night, and gaze at the Milky Way, helping people rediscover the biodiversity wonders around them.

It is my honor to participate in the Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark science popularization volunteer program. I hope to explore the formation mechanisms of granite peak forests, learn the wisdom of coordinated ecosystem evolution, and uncover the contemporary science communication value of the “ecological Zen” of this famous Buddhist mountain. I am willing to transform my professional monitoring skills and outreach experience into vivid interpretations and, together with the team, build a three-dimensional science communication system of “geology + ecology + humanities.” I look forward to working with everyone to bring the scientific beauty of Jiuhuashan into more people’s hearts!

Peng Limao / Zengcheng Forest Farm Management Center, Guangzhou
Graduated from the School of Landscape Architecture, Nanjing Forestry University (Class of 2014), he is currently a forestry engineer at the Zengcheng Forest Farm Management Center in Guangzhou. He enjoys exploration and challenges, and likes mountaineering and badminton. He hopes to gain a deeper understanding of Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark through this science popularization volunteer service and to share his experiences and insights with colleagues and friends engaged in nature education, working together to promote nature education.

Peng Lu / Central South University
Dear friends, hello everyone. My name is Peng Lu. I grew up in Jiuhuashan, and I have always been fascinated by its mountains, rivers, and unique rock formations. I am very excited and full of anticipation to participate in this geological science popularization activity as a volunteer. I believe this is an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge and share passion. I look forward to exploring the geological mysteries of Jiuhuashan together and experiencing the charm of nature.

Yao Yao / Hefei No.1 High School
Yao Yao is currently teaching at Hefei No.1 High School and is pursuing a Master of Education at Shaanxi Normal University. As a  Global Geopark, Jiuhuashan is a treasure where nature and culture blend. She hopes to translate geological knowledge into language that the public can easily understand, stimulate visitors’—especially young people’s—interest in earth sciences, and practice the concept of “protecting natural heritage.”

Yang Ruyi / Soochow University
Yang Ruyi, ESFJ, from Xinxiang, Henan, is a first-year graduate student at Soochow University, majoring in Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics.
About me: I enjoy exploring and trying new things, absorbing knowledge from different disciplines and fields, recognizing my shortcomings and potential, and growing together with like-minded partners.
I love traveling and hiking. In every trip, visiting local museums and exploring unique landforms are essential parts of my itinerary.
Jiuhuashan is not only a Buddhist sacred site with a thousand years of cultural heritage but also a  Global Geopark depicting the magnificent evolution of the Earth through its peak forests, strange rocks, and seas of clouds. Out of my love for nature and curiosity about this sacred mountain, I have always longed for it.
I am very happy to become a science popularization volunteer for Jiuhuashan. I hope to transform my awe and understanding of nature into interesting and meaningful science communication, helping more people understand this mountain.

Zhang Chaojun / Kunming University of Science and Technology
I graduated from Kunming University of Science and Technology and am currently engaged in planning and design work. Beyond my professional field, I have a strong interest in nature and natural history. I have obtained certificates as a nature educator and study-tour instructor, and I am also a Red Cross first aid responder.
I have always hoped to use nature science popularization as a bridge to help more people truly enter and understand nature, thereby fostering a sense of environmental protection. I also hope that through getting close to nature, people can feel the power of life and achieve physical and mental healing and relaxation.

Yao Lingli / Soochow University
Hello everyone, I am Yao Lingli, a new graduate student at Soochow University. My academic training enables me to simplify complex knowledge. My English proficiency and overseas experience can help international visitors understand geological knowledge. I have successfully organized campus activities and possess strong communication and coordination skills. I hope to contribute my expertise and enthusiasm to the science popularization work of Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark.

Hu Yuanfeng / Zunyi No.5 Middle School, Guizhou Province
I am a high school geography teacher who loves the magnificent landscapes of nature and appreciates the magical power of the natural world. I am passionate about photography and have participated in many field-based geography study programs. Through my “geographical perspective,” I bring the world of geography into the classroom so that my students can appreciate the beauty of our country’s landscapes.
I also enjoy volunteer activities. Through this training camp, I hope to use my expertise and strengths to tell geological stories well, spread scientific spirit, and help more people understand geoscience knowledge. This activity is a brand-new experience for me. I am very grateful for the opportunity to participate in this Jiuhuashan training camp and look forward to exchanging, sharing, and making progress together with like-minded partners who are passionate about geoscience outreach.

Liu Rongbo / Shaoguan Danxia Jingxing Youth Innovation Study Travel Education Technology Co., Ltd.
An outstanding graduate of Shaoguan University and a member of the Communist Party of China. He co-founded a study travel company with classmates, committed to providing high-quality customized tourism services. As a tourism entrepreneur, he pursues the integration of “in-depth experience” and “knowledge transmission.” The unique granite landforms and ecological-cultural coexistence wisdom of Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark make it an excellent carrier for nature education.
In this training camp, he will actively apply his tourism management expertise to science popularization practice, striving to create “warm and meaningful study experiences.” He hopes to deepen his understanding and practical ability in nature education and study travel, contribute to Jiuhuashan’s programs, and grow through practice.

Liu Junhao / Huaqiao University
Liu Junhao is an undergraduate student majoring in Tourism Management at Huaqiao University. He has long admired Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark and feels honored to be selected as a volunteer trainee. His studies have given him theoretical knowledge of cultural-tourism integration and visitor experience. Jiuhuashan, with both geological wonders and cultural depth, is an excellent case for practice.
He looks forward to learning alongside teachers and peers, integrating professional knowledge into geoscience outreach, exploring Jiuhuashan’s geological stories, and gaining experience in science interpretation and resource research. He also hopes to learn from others and contribute to telling the story of Jiuhuashan.

Liu Weijie / Guangdong University of Finance and Economics
I am a journalism student from Guangdong University of Finance and Economics. I grew up in Danxia Mountain and have always loved nature. As a science popularization volunteer at Danxia Mountain  Global Geopark, I have participated in exchanges with other geoparks and look forward to communicating with everyone at Jiuhuashan.

Zhang Xinyu / Northeast Forestry University
Zhang Xinyu is a master’s student in forestry at Northeast Forestry University and a member of the Communist Party of China, specializing in avian ecology. Passionate about nature, he looks forward to experiencing Jiuhuashan’s natural scenery, biological resources, and cultural charm, learning its unique geomorphological knowledge, and growing together with like-minded partners through volunteer activities to contribute to ecological protection.

Wen Weihua / Foshan Urban Planning and Design Research Institute Co., Ltd.
Hello everyone, I am Wen Weihua. I have been engaged in urban and rural planning, research, and management for more than 30 years, participating in ecological construction planning and biodiversity conservation planning. I have a strong interest in animals and plants, especially insects. I have followed experts to investigate more than ten national nature reserves in Guangdong and neighboring provinces, and have participated as a volunteer in research on caterpillars and ants at Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden.
I hope to gain an in-depth understanding of Jiuhuashan’s geology, landforms, history, culture, and biological resources, improve my professional competence and science popularization skills, and contribute to the work of Jiuhuashan  Global Geopark.

Zhu Xiuhe / University of California, Davis
Hello everyone! I am Zhu Xiuhe. Having just completed a conservation project on the Chinese Crested Tern in Zhejiang, I come to Jiuhuashan with field experience and pure passion. I am a student majoring in Animal Science at the University of California, Davis. I spend my days with birds: I can identify nearly a thousand species, set infrared cameras for wildlife observation, and enjoy recording nature through photography and drawing.
I also like playing badminton and listening to musicals, but what relaxes me most is quietly observing life in the mountains with binoculars.
I chose Jiuhuashan because of its unique granite peaks and rich ecology. I hope to use my expertise to improve species records, tell geological stories through images and drawings, and build bridges for science communication in Chinese, English, and German. I look forward to exploring together, exchanging stories, and sharing our love for nature with more people! Du bist niemals allein!

Zhang Sicong / Anhui Normal University
A student majoring in Pharmaceutical Biology at Anhui Normal University, he is very pleased to apply to become a geopark volunteer. He has systematically studied geology courses, participated in field investigations, and served as a museum geology interpreter. He is skilled at explaining professional knowledge in a simple and engaging way. With a patient and meticulous personality, he enjoys communicating with people of different age groups and hopes to convey the charm of geological culture through volunteer service.

Observer
Macheng Management Center of Dabieshan  Global Geopark, Huanggang — Luo Yanchao