Yuanyi Zhang holds a Ph.D. and is a a Professor-level Senior Experimentalist and Master’s Supervisor. In recent years, his research and teaching have focused on the application of virtual reality technology in urban and rural planning, architectural technology, and computer-aided design. To date, he has published over 40 academic papers, more than 20 of which are indexed in SCI or EI databases. He is also the author or co-author of five textbooks, including Fundamentals and Examples of Virtual Reality Technology and Layout Design and Production with InDesign. His work integrates emerging digital technologies with traditional fields of spatial planning and architectural studies, aiming to advance both methodological innovation and practical application in related disciplines.