Yao Hu | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yao Hu | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Yao Hu at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China.

Dr. Yao Hu is a rising expert in seismic engineering, intelligent infrastructure, and machine learning applications in civil structures, currently serving at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. With a strong academic foundation from The University of Melbourne (Ph.D.) and Central South University (B.Sc. & M.Sc.), Dr. Hu’s work bridges physics-based structural modeling and AI-driven predictive analytics, focusing on the seismic performance and smart maintenance of bridges and asymmetric buildings. His cutting-edge contributions have led to multiple first-author publications in top-tier journals and a national patent in bridge modeling automation.

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Education 🎓📚

  • Ph.D. in Engineering & IT
    The University of Melbourne, Australia
    (2020.11 – 2024.12)

  • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering
    Central South University, China
    (2016.09 – 2019.06)

  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering
    Central South University, China
    (2012.09 – 2016.07)

Professional Experience 

  • Postdoctoral Researcher,
    Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

  • Visiting Scholar & Research Collaborator,
    The University of Melbourne

Dr. Hu has actively collaborated with global experts in earthquake engineering and structural mechanics. His multidisciplinary contributions span bridge health monitoring, torsional amplification studies, and vision-based structural diagnostics, combining deep learning models with domain knowledge.

Research Interest 

  • Seismic damage analysis and mitigation in transportation infrastructure

  • Physics-informed machine learning and transfer learning for structural response prediction

  • Intelligent operation and maintenance of bridges

  • Vision-based structural health monitoring

  • Structural dynamics and damping systems

  • Smart infrastructure and digital twins

Publications Top Noted

  • Transfer learning-enhanced neural networks for seismic response prediction
    Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 2025

  • Vision-based displacement measurement of bridges using tilt-shift camera and context learning
    Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 2025

  • Physics-guided neural networks for seismic reconstruction
    International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics, 2024

  • Wavelet Neural Operator for nonlinear seismic response prediction (Struct-WNO)
    Journal of Building Engineering 

  • New behavioral trends in asymmetric limited ductile buildings under seismic loading
    Journal of Earthquake Engineering, 2024

Conclusion 

Dr. Yao Hu is a highly promising candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Structural Engineering. His scholarly output, technical depth, and interdisciplinary mindset mark him as a future leader in the field. While still early in his postdoctoral journey, his achievements already exceed many mid-career researchers, particularly in AI-integrated seismic engineering. With greater engagement in international leadership and grant acquisition, Dr. Hu is on track to become a globally recognized innovator in smart infrastructure systems.

Prof. Yan Liu | Bridge Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yan Liu | Bridge Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yan Liu, Southeast University, China

Prof. Yan Liu, a distinguished faculty member at the School of Transportation, Southeast University, earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from the same institution, specializing in Bridge Engineering. Recognized with the Best Researcher Award, Prof. Liu’s research focuses on high-performance concrete materials. His significant contributions are reflected in numerous publications in SCI journals. He is deeply involved in advancing research and innovation through data curation, conceptualization, project administration, supervision, and both original and review writing.

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🎓 Educational Background:

Prof. Yan Liu, who earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from Southeast University, specializes in Bridge Engineering. As a respected faculty member at the School of Transportation, he has made significant contributions to the field, focusing on high-performance concrete materials and advancing research through his extensive work in data curation, project administration, and academic writing.

🏆 Professional Recognition:

Prof. Yan Liu, a prominent faculty member at the School of Transportation, Southeast University, holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from the same institution, with a focus on Bridge Engineering. Recognized with the Best Researcher Award for his significant contributions to the field, Prof. Liu specializes in high-performance concrete materials. His research achievements are well-documented through numerous publications in SCI journals, and he is actively engaged in advancing the field through extensive research and development activities.

🏫 Affiliation:

Prof. Yan Liu is a faculty member at the School of Transportation, Southeast University, where he focuses on Bridge Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from the same institution and has been recognized with the Best Researcher Award for his outstanding contributions. Specializing in high-performance concrete materials, Prof. Liu has significantly advanced the field through his research and numerous SCI journal publications. His work encompasses data curation, conceptualization, project administration, supervision, and both original and review writing.

🔬 Research Interests:

Prof. Yan Liu, a faculty member at the School of Transportation, Southeast University, holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from the same institution. He is recognized for his pioneering work in high-performance concrete materials, earning accolades such as the Best Researcher Award. His significant contributions are evident in numerous publications in SCI journals, showcasing his expertise and impact on the field of bridge engineering and material science.

🛠️ Contributions to R&D and Innovation:

His work includes data curation, conceptualization, project administration, supervision, and writing—both original drafts and reviews. Prof. Liu plays a key role in advancing research and innovation in his area of expertise.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Anisotropic Behavior in the Flexural Properties of Aligned Steel Fiber UHPC Produced by Electromagnetic Field
    • Publication Date: October 2024
  • Transverse Isotropic Compression Behavior of Aligned Steel Fiber UHPC Produced by Electromagnetic Field
    • Publication Date: January 2024
  • Study of Mechanical Properties of Micron Polystyrene-Toughened Epoxy Resin
    • Publication Date: March 21, 2023
  • High-Temperature Resistance of Modified Potassium Magnesium Phosphate Cement
    • Publication Date: December 15, 2022
  • Study of Secondary Effects of Fatigue Cracks in Cross Partitions of Steel Plate Reinforced Steel Box Girders
    • Publication Date: July 17, 2022