معرفی
Dr. Yang Lu (P.E.) is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Boise State University, College of Engineering. He obtained his M.S. from Tsinghua University and Ph.D. from Virginia Tech's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
His research focuses on Computational Multiscale/Multiphysics Modeling and Nanotechnology Application in Sustainable Construction, with applications in asphalt concrete, cementitious materials, and energy-harvesting infrastructure. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers.
Key research areas include microstructural crack modeling, chemo-mechanical degradation, thermography for defect inspection, and machine learning in resilient infrastructure design. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for sustainable cities and climate action.
Scientific Awards
- NIST Outstanding Associate Award
- Dean's Pratt Fellowship (2006)
- NIST-ARRA Fellowships (2010, 2012)
- Best Paper Award, COMSOL Conference (2012)
- ARRA Travel Fund Program Award (2012)
Dr. Lu leads the Micromechanics and Smart Infrastructure Group (MMSIG) and plans to establish a Lab for Sustainable Structures and Materials focusing on computational microstructural modeling and climate-resilient infrastructure.
