Xinyu Dong

As a preservation planning major, my interests lie in preservation theories, international preservation policies, and area preservation. I am particularly drawn to the challenges faced by present heritage designation systems, which include inflexibility, accumulation of heritage, and outdated understanding of significance, leading to a burden for both preservation management and sustainable development. To address these issues, my thesis focuses on heritage delisting policies and aims to establish a better understanding of the benefits and liabilities of delisting and how these policies can be improved. By comparing different policy systems, I study the common processes and impacts of the threatened list and delisting, the requirements and implementation of heritage monitoring and reassessment, and the possibility of adjusting delisting practices to respond to changing conditions or significance. Ultimately, my research seeks to contribute to a more dynamic future designation system by providing a reference for future policy amendments. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the field of preservation planning and look forward to continuing my studies in this area.