Yingning Ningning Xie

Yingning (Ningning) Xie

Contact

Email: yingning.xie [at] rutgers.edu
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Education

MSc in Urban Ecological Planning, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU); MA in Social Service Management, The Chinese University of Hong Kong; BA in Social Work, Zhejiang Gongshang University, China

Yingning (Ningning) Xie

Dissertation Advisor

Dr. Michael Smart

Research Interest/Personal Statement

  • E-bikes, Micromobility, Active Travel
  • Healthcare Accessibility
  • Social Equity

Ningning is a Ph.D. student in Planning and Public Policy with a concentration in Transportation. He has conducted research in China, India, Europe, and the United States, employing both qualitative and quantitative methods, such as participatory planning, semi-structured interviews, focus groups, geospatial analysis, and statistical modeling. With an academic journey that spans Social Work to Urban Planning and a personal footprint across diverse cultures, Ningning is committed to advocating for an equitable and sustainable transportation system. His current doctoral work at Rutgers focuses on accessibility, e-bikes, and equity.

Teaching and TA Experience

  • Teaching Assistant, Economics and Public Policy – Fall 2024, Spring 2025
  • Teaching Assistant, Health Care Economics – Fall 2024