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Dr. Chian Siau Chen is a Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), specializing in earthquake engineering and geotechnical engineering. His research focuses on soil liquefaction, land reclamation, and ground improvement. He holds leadership roles, including Vice President of the Geotechnical Society of Singapore (2016–2017) and President (2024–2025). He has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Top 10 Innovators Under 35 in Asia (2016) and the Prominent Geotechnical Engineer Award (2022). Education: PhD in Engineering from Cambridge University (2012), B.Eng. (1st Class) from Nanyang Technological University (2006). Research Interests: Earthquake Engineering, Centrifuge Modelling, Ground Improvement, Remote Sensing, and Land Reclamation. His work bridges theoretical analysis and practical applications, including disaster risk reduction and sustainable construction. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on seismic stability, soil mechanics, and innovative techniques for urban infrastructure. Recent trends emphasize digital tools (e.g., LiDAR, UAV) and probabilistic models for ground settlement predictions. Awards: Extensive accolades span technical excellence, teaching (ATEA 2017–2019), and professional service. He is a committee member for international geotechnical councils and editorial boards of journals. Grants & Projects: Funded by EPSRC for post-disaster reconnaissance and by Singaporean agencies for land reclamation. Leads collaborative efforts to recycle construction waste into sustainable fill materials. Labs/Teams: Active in NUS research groups and international collaborations, contributing to urban earthquake engineering and geotechnical innovation.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Land Reclamation
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Assoc Prof Yi Yaolin is an Associate Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (NTU). He served as Deputy Co-Director of the Surbana Jurong-NTU Corporate Laboratory (2022–2024). His academic journey includes a BEng, MEng, and PhD from Southeast University (2004–2013), followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Alberta (2013–2016) and a visiting scholar stint at the University of Cambridge (2009–2010). His research focuses on geotechnical engineering, sustainable construction materials, and waste treatment. Key areas include sustainable geo-materials, geo-environmental engineering, and interdisciplinary approaches to enhance sustainability in civil engineering. His group explores topics such as CO2 sequestration using industrial byproducts, marine geotechnology durability, and hazardous waste utilization. Prof Yi currently serves on editorial boards of Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering (ASCE) and Geotechnical Engineering (ICE) , and chairs the ISSMGE Technical Committee on Sustainability in Geotechnical Engineering (TC307). He is also a member of ASCE Geo-Institute committees and Singapore Standards Council Technical Committees. His work emphasizes circular economy principles, leveraging industry by-products for construction applications while addressing environmental challenges like soil remediation and coastal protection. Research outputs highlight innovations in carbon capture, durable coastal materials, and waste-to-resource conversion.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Sustainable Construction Materials
• Waste Treatment and Utilization
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Chew Soon Hoe is affiliated with the National University of Singapore (NUS) and has been actively involved in geotechnical engineering research, consultancy, and teaching. His work bridges academic expertise with practical applications. Education PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, University of California-Berkeley, USA Research Focus His research spans soil improvement techniques (e.g., jet grouting, deep cement mixing), geosynthetics (reinforcement, erosion control), geotechnical seismic studies , and numerical modeling using tools like PLAXIS, GeoSlope, and SAFE. Key applications include land reclamation, tunneling, and seabed sediment characterization in Singapore and Malaysia. Teaching & Industry Engagement Conducts practice-oriented short courses and seminars for engineers under NUS's PAC and IESA programs. Specializes in geotechnical software, erosion/sediment control, and ABC water features. Industrial Leadership As a Principal Investigator for Singapore Government-funded research, he has led projects on jet grouting and tunnelling. He also consults on pile foundations , slope stability , seepage analysis , and grouting projects in Singapore and Malaysia. Key Contributions Expert in coastal slope protection and seabed sediment characterization (Tekong, Johor River mouth). Trained professionals at institutions like Housing Development Board (HDB) and Surbana International Pte Ltd.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Improvement
• Geosynthetics
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Assoc Prof Hamzah Bin Muzaini is an Associate Professor in the Southeast Asian Studies Department at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where he joined in August 2016. His academic journey began with a PhD in Human Geography from Durham University (UK) in 2009, followed by positions as a Visiting Fellow at NUS Department of Geography and Assistant Professor at Wageningen University in the Netherlands. Prof Muzaini's educational background includes: PhD in Human Geography from Durham University (UK), 2009 Specializing in human geography and Southeast Asian studies, Prof Muzaini's research focuses on the politics of memory and commemoration, critical heritage from below, cultural theme parks, migration heritage, and vice in heritage making. His work critically examines how heritage is constructed, contested, and experienced across Southeast Asia, with particular attention to informal heritage practices that operate outside official state narratives. His research output demonstrates a strong focus on heritage politics, memory studies, and cultural geography in Southeast Asia, with significant contributions to understanding how communities engage with and reshape heritage landscapes. His publications reveal an interdisciplinary approach that bridges geography, anthropology, and cultural studies to examine complex heritage dynamics in the region. He teaches courses related to Southeast Asian heritage and socio-cultural landscapes, including "Forbidden Pleasures: Vice in Southeast Asia," "Heritage and Heritagescapes in Southeast Asia," "Landscapes of Southeast Asia," and "Cultural Resource Management in Southeast Asia." His teaching reflects his research interests and provides students with critical perspectives on heritage and cultural landscapes in the region.

• Human geography
• Urban and regional planning
• Tourism
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