Hede Gong is a Professor at the School of Geography and Tourism, Qilu Normal University, and a Doctoral Supervisor specializing in geography, ecology, forestry, and ecological civilization research. He holds doctoral training in geography and ecological sciences with expertise in ecosystem management and environmental assessment. He has held senior leadership roles in provincial ecological research centers and academic societies. His research focuses on ecological economy, community forestry, and urban and regional ecosystems. He has led national and provincial projects and published extensively in SCI and core journals. He has edited multiple monographs, led a national industry standard, and holds several invention patents. His honors include major provincial science awards, national talent recognitions, and editorial board memberships.