Xiao Huashun earned a PhD in Forest Management from Central South University of Forestry and Technology in 2009. He is currently an Associate Professor and Master's Supervisor in the College of Forestry. He has led over 10 scientific research and social service projects, including key initiatives commissioned by the State Forestry Administration. His work in forestry has yielded more than 50 publications, one monograph, and 5 authorized invention patents. His research interests include forestry, forest cultivation and management (forest management science), forestry survey, planning and design, forest resources management, and forestry disaster monitoring and early warning.