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Prof. Tzuhui A. (Angie) Tseng is a Professor in the Department of Environmental and Cultural Resources at National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan. She holds a Ph.D. in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture from National Taiwan University, an M.S. in Architecture and Urban Planning from Feng Chia University, and a B.F.A. in Landscape Architecture from Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan. Prof. Tseng’s research and teaching focus on the intersections of environmental psychology, public health, and landscape design, with a particular emphasis on how natural and built environments influence human well-being, mental health, and social behavior. Her work explores topics such as horticultural therapy, environmental education, green space design, and nature-based interventions for physical and psychological restoration. Over the past two decades, Prof. Tseng has led numerous national and international research projects funded by Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council and has collaborated globally on sustainable landscape and health-oriented design initiatives. Her research has been published in leading journals such as Frontiers in Public Health, BMC Women's Health, Current Oncology, and HortScience.
1. Academic and Research Leadership
Professor, Department of Environmental and Cultural Resources, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
Leader, Landscape and Human Health Working Group, APRU Sustainable Cities and Landscapes Research Hub
Member, Hsinchu City Environmental Education Council
Member, Hsinchu County Urban Planning Committee
Board Member, National Important Wetland Review Group, Ministry of the Interior, Taiwan
Director (Former), International Affairs and Academic Cooperation Team, National Hsinchu University of Education
2. Research and Project Management
Principal Investigator of over 20+ national research projects, funded by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) and Ministry of Education (MOE), focusing on:
Environmental justice and sustainable green spaces
Health and well-being impacts of landscape environments
Environmental education and children’s pro-environmental behavior
Inclusive and therapeutic urban park design
International Collaborations:
Research partnerships with institutions in the U.S., Japan, Hungary, and Malaysia on environmental design, sustainability, and mental health.
Visiting Scholar at the University of North Texas (USA), Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation.
3. Professional Certification and Training
Professor Certificate, Ministry of Education, Taiwan
ACP Certified Horticultural Therapist, USA
Environmental Education Certifications, Cornell University (E-STEAM, Nature Education)
ESG Junior Manager Certificate
Certified Environmental Educator, Ministry of Education, Taiwan
4. Editorial and Academic Service
Editorial Board Member, Journal of Social and Regional Development
Executive Chief Editor (Former), Landscape Architecture Quarterly, Taiwan
Reviewer for international journals in environmental design, sustainability, and health
5. Scientific Communication and Conferences
Presented over 80 papers at international conferences (IAPS, EDRA, EBRA, SEAMA, etc.)
Invited speaker and award recipient at several conferences, including:
Outstanding Paper Award, Taiwan Institute of Landscape
Best Paper Prize, Leisure, Recreation, and Tourism International Forum
6. Community and Policy Engagement
Consultant to local governments on environmental planning and child-friendly urban spaces
Active in policy review committees for sustainable development, education, and public construction
