Michael C.H. YamProfessor Yam is an expert in the field of structural engineering and currently serves as the Head of the Department of Building and Real Estate at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Deputy Director and Secretary General of Chinese National Engneering Research Centre for Steel Construction (CNERC) (Hong Kong Branch). He is a Registered Professional Engineer (Civil) in Hong Kong, Member of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand, Fellow of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers, and Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Professor Yam's research interests are focused on steel connections, earthquake resilient steel structures, high strength steels, smart materials, and construction health and safety. Read More Read Less