Regional urban–rural sustainable development:Focusing on the problem diagnosis and planning strategies for urban–rural integration in Northwest China, and the sustainable development and assessment of human settlements.

Urban Renewal: Focuses on the scientific pricing and evaluation of underused urban land and idle assets, as well as renewal strategies for key urban areas.

Industrial Economy: Focuses on the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries, and the cultivation of strategic emerging industries and future industries.

Interdisciplinary Directions: Conducts exploratory research on interdisciplinary topics such as urban climate response, urban operation and governance, urban + artificial intelligence, urban + culture, and urban + health.