Sam is pursuing a DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development at the University of Oxford, with a focus on the intersection of heritage conservation and urban regeneration. He began his studies in 2024, building on a strong academic foundation with dual MSc degrees in Urban Planning and Urban Analytics from the University of Hong Kong, as well as a BA in Archaeology and Geography from the University of Queensland. Sam's research examines spatial heritage syntax to understand how heritage networks influence urban development and regeneration, particularly in Hong Kong’s new development areas and decaying districts. He is a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) and works at the Planning Department of the HKSAR Government, applying his academic insights to real-world urban planning challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainable urban policies that integrate heritage into the broader framework of urban growth.