Li, Fu
李复

MLA, Ph.D. Candidate (ABD)

Research and Design for Health

Leveraging Extended Reality and Geospatial Technologies to Develop Nature-based Solutions for Promoting Human Health and Well-being

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EchoSphere: An Out-of-the-Box Synchronous Extended Reality Research Platform

This self-developed research platform enables synchronized multi-user virtual environmental experiences with data collection

Timeline-based experimental control
Diverse content integration (360° videos, 3D model, AIGC)
Real-time researcher-participant interaction
Integrated multi-modal data collection for analysis
Cost-effective deployment based on consumer-grade hardware

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Research

My research intersects environmental psychology, digital innovation, and human well-being, employing cutting-edge technologies to investigate human-environment interactions across multiple scales.

Extended Reality Research Methods and Development

Developing advanced Extended Reality (XR) platform, advancing methodological frontiers in environmental psychology and behavior research

Environmental Health and Nature-based Solutions

Investigating how environmental elements or factors affect human health and well-being, from experimental studies to spatial analysis

Digital Therapeutics Solution and Clinical Application

Developing and evaluating technology-enabled health interventions, particularly focusing on nature-based XR solutions for clinical applications

Urban and Geo-Intelligence

Leveraging geospatial technologies and big data analytics to optimize urban environments for better living

Evidence-Based Environmental Design

Utilizing eye-tracking, physiological measurement, and other advanced technologies to inform evidence-based design practices

Cultural Difference in Environment

Examining the cultural differences and its influence on perception and experience base on phenomenological approaches

Selected Publication

Li, F.*, Mostajeran, F., Steinicke, F., Browning, M.H.E.M. (2024). Extended Reality in Environmental Neuroscience Research. In: Kühn, S. (eds) Environmental Neuroscience. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-64699-7_17
Li, F., Zhang, Z., Xu, L., & Yin, J. (2025). The effects of professional design training on urban public space perception: A virtual reality study with physiological and psychological measurements. Cities, 158, 105654. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cities.2024.105654
Li, H., Li, F., Browning, M. H. E. M., et al. (2025). Green spaces and social bonds: Investigating associations of parks and greenness with online social connectedness (via Facebook) across the United States. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 112, 128985. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ufug.2025.128985
Yuan, S., Browning, M. H. E. M., Li, F., Duchowski, A., Hallo, J., & Nicolette, M. (2025). Can visual attention help uncover the effects of visitor density on urban park experience? An eye-tracking and virtual reality study. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 106, 102631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvp.2025.102631
Sun, Y., Li, F., He, T., et al. (2023). Physiological and affective responses to green space virtual reality among pregnant women. Environmental Research, 216, 114499. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envres.2022.114499

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Education and Employment

Clemson University

Ph.D. Candidate in Park, Recreation, and Tourism Management
Instructor of Record at Landscape Architecture Program, Richard A. McMahan School of Architecture (SoA)
Immersive Technology Development Lead at Virtual Reality and Nature Lab
Spearheaded cutting-edge research initiatives in Extended Reality (XR) and healthcare applications, resulting in EchoSphere, Tandem VR™, and other XR-related research and interventions

Virtual Reality and Nature Lab

Peking University

Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) at College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture
Former Executive Director and Lab Manager at Digital Technology and GeoDesign Lab
Directed multidisciplinary research projects in Environmental Perception, Smart City, and Urban Optimization

Digital Technology and GeoDesign Lab

Teaching

Bridging Environmental Education with Emerging Technologies

As an educator with experience at universities in both China and the United States, I have developed teaching expertise across fields, including urban design, landscape architecture, land management, and park and recreation management.

I integrate traditional teaching methods with emerging technologies like VR and AI to create engaging learning environments through experiential learning. I bring diverse perspectives to the classroom, emphasizing hands-on projects and individualized guidance for students’ growth.

My courses always connect theoretical foundations with real-world applications. Students could collaborate with industry partners, engage in community projects, and utilize emerging tools for environmental issues. This comprehensive approach has proven effective across different contexts, as demonstrated by teaching evaluations and students’ achievements.

As an educator with extensive experience in Chinese and American universities, I blend traditional teaching with emerging technologies to create hands-on learning experiences. My courses bridge theory and practice through industry partnerships, consistently achieving strong learning outcomes.

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Testimonials

Li always maintained a student-centered approach, emphasizing the development of our independent thinking abilities and team collaboration spirit. His rigorous academic attitude has had a profound impact on us and has greatly benefited me in my subsequent studies and work

Jintong TangUrban Design Studio 21FA PKU

Fu Li was enthusiastic, engaging, and patient. I recommend Fu Li to any of my peers who want a chance to meet a professor who can make the material fun and engaging, as well as a person who cares about each of his student’s well-being and future

Carson Dooley-FrusterPRTM 4090 24FA

Li excelled in creating a welcoming and engaging classroom atmosphere, a critical aspect of effective teaching. His commitment to student success, along with his efforts to connect course material to broader contexts, reflects his potential to excel in academia

Matthew Brownlee, Ph.D.Professor at PRTM Clemson