Dr. WEI Binru, who graduated from the University of Cambridge, is currently an assistant professor at ZIBS. Before joining ZIBS, Dr. WEI Binru held a teaching position at Lancaster University Business School, which is ranked among the top 2 six-star business schools in the UK. Her research interests cover macroeconomics, spatial economy, and carbon economy. She focuses on various specific research topics, including evaluating the impact of infrastructure on urban economic development, studying the green energy industry and green economy, and conducting quantitative analysis of carbon economy policies. Dr. Wei utilizes research methods such as machine learning, mathematical analysis, and agent-based economic modelling.