Dr. Youbin Zheng’s research focuses on developing science and technology for high-value plant production in controlled environments such as greenhouses and indoor facilities. His work integrates plant physiology, biochemistry, soil science, and environment management to support a wide range of horticultural sectors, including greenhouse vegetable, ornamental, and nursery plant production, cannabis production, green infrastructure, urban agriculture.

A key objective of his research is to develop environmentally friendly technologies for controlled-environment agriculture and to apply green infrastructure solutions, such as green roofs, constructed wetlands, and rain gardens, to improve environmental quality. His work contributes practical tools and science-based management systems that support sustainable horticulture and reduce water and nutrient discharge, reduce reliance on pesticides.