Real Estate Economist/Data Scientist  

Hello! I'm Leo Qizhou Xiong, a Ph.D. holder and seasoned expert in real estate economics and data science, with over 12 years of experience in AVM (Automated Valuation Models), PropTech, Machine Learning, and AI. I specialize in transforming complex data into actionable insights, bringing a broad, international perspective from my work across the UK, Germany, and the USA to connect real estate trends with financial and macroeconomic dynamics.
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​I am currently founding an innovative real estate research company, URBAN NEURON Ltd, dedicated to empowering industry professionals with cutting-edge knowledge and automation tools. Our mission is to equip real estate experts with powerful, data-driven insights and streamlined solutions to navigate the complexities of today’s market with confidence and precision.

My previous role at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, allowed me to explore advanced AVM technologies and sustainable real estate strategies, co-authoring notable works like The Future of Real Estate AVM and contributing to PropTech 2020: The Future of Real Estate. 

I hold a Ph.D. in Econometrics from the Toulouse School of Economics and a B.A. in Economics from Beijing University. My technical skills in Python, R, SQL, and Stata help me drive innovation in real estate research, with a passion for creating smarter, sustainable investment strategies.

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