People

Cong Ma

CONTACT

Email

Program

PhD GEP

Advisor

Dr. Yi Qiang

Professional Bio

I am a Ph.D. student in the School of Geosciences at the USF, conducting research under the supervision of Dr. Yi Qiang. I began my academic studies in Austria, where I concentrated on GIS and environmental sciences for my undergraduate degree. Later, I advanced my education in the United States and completed a Master’s in Geography at the USF in 2022.

My research interests include spatio-temporal data analysis, disaster risk assessment, community resilience, climate justice, and environmental health. Currently, I am focused on geospatial studies of extreme heat waves, examining disparities in heat-related health outcomes, the impact of heat on human mobility, and the role of green spaces in heat mitigation strategies.

In my free time, I enjoy scalloping, tubing, playing badminton and tennis, singing, and spending time with my dog and cats.

Research Area 

GIScience
Spatial Data Science
Disaster Resilience
Climate Justice
Health Geography