Naiwei Lu | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Naiwei Lu | Data Analysis | Best Researcher Award

Changsha University of Science of Technology, China

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👨‍🏫 Associate Prof. Dr. Naiwei Lu

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naiwei Lu is an Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at Changsha University of Science and Technology (CSUST), China. His research primarily focuses on reliability and safety in bridge engineering. He has a strong background in system reliability evaluation, fatigue analysis, and structural health monitoring, which he applies to the engineering and maintenance of long-span bridges. Dr. Lu is an active member of various international research communities and has been involved in multiple national and international projects.

🎓 Education Background

Dr. Naiwei Lu earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Changsha University of Science and Technology (CSUST) in 2015, under the supervision of Prof. Yang Liu. Prior to that, he completed his Master’s degree in Civil Engineering in 2011 and his Bachelor’s degree in Bridge Engineering in 2008, all at CSUST, Changsha, China. His academic journey laid a strong foundation for his expertise in bridge engineering and reliability analysis.

💼 Employment and Research Experience

Dr. Lu’s academic career began in 2015 when he became a Postdoctoral Researcher at Southeast University in Nanjing, China, where he worked under Prof. Mohammad Noori. He also held a Postdoctoral Researcher position at Leibniz University Hannover, Germany, working with Prof. Michael Beer. Since 2020, Dr. Lu has been serving as an Associate Professor at CSUST, where he also previously worked as a Lecturer from 2017 to 2019. His diverse academic and international experiences contribute to his deep expertise in bridge engineering.

💰 Research Funding

Dr. Lu has been the Principal Investigator (PI) of several funded research projects, including the National Science Funding in China for research on structural health monitoring of suspension bridges and the fatigue reliability evaluation of steel bridge decks. He has received significant funding support for his work in system reliability and dynamic analysis, with total funding exceeding ¥1 million for his various research initiatives. These projects aim to develop advanced methods for assessing the reliability and safety of long-span bridges.

🔍 Research Interests

Dr. Lu’s research spans several cutting-edge topics in structural engineering. His main research interests include system reliability evaluation of long-span bridges using intelligent algorithms 🤖, fatigue reliability of stay cables and orthotropic steel bridge decks 🌉, and probabilistic modeling using data from structural health monitoring 📊. He is also focused on intelligent maintenance and management of in-service bridges ⚙️, as well as uncertainty quantification in structural engineering 🛠️.

📚 Teaching Experience

As an educator, Dr. Lu teaches undergraduate courses such as Principle of Structural Design (in both Chinese and English) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Technology (in Chinese). He has supervised 24 undergraduate students and 4 postgraduate students between 2017 and 2020, guiding them in various aspects of civil engineering, particularly related to bridge design, maintenance, and reliability.

🏗️ Engineering Activities

In addition to his academic role, Dr. Lu is a Registered Construction Engineer and a Registered Inspection Engineer in Municipal Engineering and Bridge & Tunnel Engineering, respectively. His engineering activities include overseeing the structural safety of long-span bridges during construction 🏗️, conducting structural health monitoring of suspension bridges 🌉, and contributing to the detection and reinforcement of aging bridges 🛠️. He has also been involved in the advance geological forecasting and monitoring of tunnels during construction, working on over five extra-long tunnels.

Dr. Naiwei Lu’s work integrates advanced intelligent algorithms, data-driven methods, and structural health monitoring to enhance the safety, reliability, and longevity of bridges and infrastructure systems. His research and engineering expertise continue to make significant contributions to the field of civil engineering.

📖Top Noted Publications 

Structural damage diagnosis of a cable-stayed bridge based on VGG-19 networks and Markov transition field: numerical and experimental study

Authors: Naiwei Lu, Zengyifan Liu, Jian Cui, Lian Hu, Xiangyuan Xiao, Yiru Liu

Journal: Smart Materials and Structures

Year: 2025

Coupling effect of cracks and pore defects on fatigue performance of U-rib welds

Authors: Yuan Luo, Xiaofan Liu, Fanghuai Chen, Haiping Zhang, Xinhui Xiao, Naiwei Lu

Journal: Structures

Year: 2025

A Time–Frequency-Based Data-Driven Approach for Structural Damage Identification and Its Application to a Cable-Stayed Bridge Specimen

Authors: Naiwei Lu, Yiru Liu, Jian Cui, Xiangyuan Xiao, Yuan Luo, Mohammad Noori

Journal: Sensors

Year: 2024

A Novel Method of Bridge Deflection Prediction Using Probabilistic Deep Learning and Measured Data

Authors: Xinhui Xiao, Zepeng Wang, Haiping Zhang, Yuan Luo, Fanghuai Chen, Yang Deng, Naiwei Lu, Ying Chen

Journal: Sensors

Year: 2024

Experimental and numerical investigation on penetrating cracks growth of rib-to-deck welded connections in orthotropic steel bridge decks

Authors: Zitong Wang, Jun He, Naiwei Lu, Yang Liu, Xinfeng Yin, Haohui Xin

Journal: Structures

Year: 2024

Fatigue Reliability Assessment for Orthotropic Steel Decks: Considering Multicrack Coupling Effects

Authors: Jing Liu, Yang Liu, Guodong Wang, Naiwei Lu, Jian Cui, Honghao Wang

Journal: Metals

Year: 2024

Xueliang Han | Business Intelligence and Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Xueliang Han | Business Intelligence and Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Henan University of Economics and Law, China

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Early Academic Pursuits 🎓

Dr. Xueliang Han’s educational journey began at Henan University of Finance and Economics, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the School of International Economics and Trade in 2009. He then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Jinan University School of Management, completing his degree in 2012. This solid foundation laid the groundwork for his PhD in Management from the same university in 2016. Dr. Han’s academic training has shaped his deep understanding of organizational behavior, strategy, and the complexities of family business management.

Professional Endeavors 💼

Dr. Han’s professional career has been marked by a blend of academic excellence and practical experience. Since 2016, he has been an Associate Professor at the School of Business Administration, Henan University of Finance and Economics. His role involves not only teaching but also guiding postgraduate students as a tutor. He has contributed significantly to various national and provincial-level research projects, which underscores his engagement with both academic research and industry trends. Before his academic career, Dr. Han worked at China Life Insurance Co., Ltd. from 2012 to 2013, gaining valuable practical insights into business management.

Contributions and Research Focus 📚

Dr. Han’s research interests revolve around organizational strategy, organizational behavior, and family business theory. He has conducted several groundbreaking studies in these areas, particularly on the dynamics of family businesses in China. His work bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering insights into how organizations, particularly family-run enterprises, can thrive in the competitive business environment. His research has been published in prestigious journals such as Management Review, Psychology Science, and Foreign Economics and Management, highlighting his reputation as a thought leader in his field.

Impact and Influence 🌍

Dr. Han has made a significant impact through his academic contributions, winning numerous awards. His paper received the Mao Lixiang Outstanding Paper Award for Family Business Research and the Annual Outstanding Paper Award from the Management Thought and Business Ethics Professional Committee of the China Management Modernization Research Association. Additionally, his monograph and co-published works have been recognized, further solidifying his reputation in academic circles. His involvement in consulting, especially on industrial transformation and technology innovation, shows his broader influence beyond academia.

Academic Cites 📑

Dr. Han’s research has garnered substantial attention in the academic community. His publications in high-quality journals such as Management Review and Foreign Economics and Management have earned him citations from peers worldwide. This reflects the importance of his work, particularly in the domains of organizational strategy and family business studies. His contributions to the field have helped shape how these areas are understood and applied, both in China and internationally.

Technical Skills 🖥️

Dr. Han possesses a diverse set of technical skills essential for his academic and research endeavors. He has led national-level projects, participated in social and natural science research, and collaborated with various academic and governmental bodies. His knowledge extends into business intelligence, data management, and technological innovations in management systems, making him well-versed in the evolving landscape of business technology.

Teaching Experience 📚👨‍🏫

As a seasoned educator, Dr. Han has taught a variety of courses at Henan University of Finance and Economics. His courses include “Organizational Theory and Organizational Behavior,” “Enterprise Strategic Management,” and “Entrepreneurship and Wealth Inheritance.” He is known for integrating cutting-edge research with practical applications, providing his students with a comprehensive understanding of management theory and its real-world implications. His teaching methods are praised for being interactive, research-oriented, and deeply grounded in both theory and practice.

Legacy and Future Contributions 🔮

Dr. Han’s legacy as an educator and researcher is evident in his awards and the lasting impact of his work. His future contributions are expected to continue shaping the fields of organizational behavior and family business research. He remains committed to advancing knowledge through his academic pursuits and mentoring the next generation of business leaders. With ongoing involvement in key research projects and educational initiatives, Dr. Han’s work will likely influence future management practices in both academic and corporate environments.

Top Noted Publications 📖

 Mitigate cross-market competition caused by the risk of uncertainty and improve firm performance through business intelligence
  • Authors: Han, X., Lin, T.X., Wang, X.
  • Journal: Heliyon
  • Year: 2024
BI&A capability: A discussion on the mechanism of enterprise’s performance improvement
  • Authors: Han, X., Wu, H.
  • Conference: ACM International Conference Proceeding Series
  • Year: 2019