Pioneering scientific ingenuity to make tangible impacts for a better world
ABOUT US
We aim to be the preferred partner for those seeking science-driven solutions to complex challenges,
so that science and technology can be transformed into practical and impactful solutions that benefit society.
WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU
Providing engineering solutions
Productivity Optimization in Construction and Infrastructure Projects
Planning and Control Improvements to Construction and Infrastructure Projects
Structural Engineering and Health Monitoring
Occupational Health and Safety
Inspection and Assessment of Existing and “Under Construction” Facilities (e.g., process/product quality, structural integrity, productivity assessment)
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in construction.
FEATURED PROJECTS
Every project has its unique impact
Graduate Researchers
Meet our student researchers supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez, Dr. Gaang Lee and Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Zhong Wang
I am developing robotic and sensor-based inspection systems for construction, with a focus on confined spaces and user-centric design.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Yulun Wu
I am working on the integrated solutions of procedural content generation and generative AI in construction safety training content generation, visualization and collaboration in Extended Reality.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Kexin Liu
I am working on using digital twin based Extended Reality (VR, AR, and MR) to enhance fire safety management on construction sites, reducing construction workers' injuries and death and property loss.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Amira Saleh
I am developing a Predictive Analytics Model that can be used to support on-site safety, production planning, and control decisions holistically.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Zeyu Mao
I am currently engaged in research aimed at exploring how to use digital twin technology to improve the efficient management of construction constraints within the Lean Construction background.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Mohammed Sabek
I am building an AI-based model to recognize different construction activities and machinery.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Qian Li
I am currently involved in a research project focused on vision language models and lean production planning in construction.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
MSc in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Andrea Sanchez Aguirre
My research centers on elucidating the efficient application of production models for goods within the realm of construction.
Supervised by Dr. Vicente Gonzalez
Postdoc in Civil Engineering
Meesung Lee
I have been exploring what insights we can obtain from human brains for managing the interaction between humans and their diverse surroundings in a more human-centered direction.
Supervised by Dr. Gaang Lee
Postdoc in Civil Engineering
Heejae Ahn
I am investigating the physiological effects of quadruped robot behaviors used for on-site patrol on workers and designing navigation algorithms to minimize their negative impacts.
Supervised by Dr. Gaang Lee
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Ghanim Saqib
I am interested in developing mechanism-reflective and human-centered wearable biosensor systems for proactive health monitoring across vulnerable populations, including older adults, firefighters and construction workers
Supervised by Dr. Gaang Lee
PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Alberta
Eren Shahrokhishahraki
I am passionate about human-centered design in construction environments, integrating human cognition into equipment operation through brain sensing and eye-tracking technologies to reduce human error and improve safety
Supervised by Dr. Gaang Lee
MSc in Civil Engineering
Amir Mohammadpourfard
I am developing an AI-assisted design system that automatically drafts and revises residential floor plans in Revit using a large language model, with the goal of accelerating early-stage architectural design
Supervised by Dr. Gaang Lee
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Hao Xie
I am working on the application of computer vision and machine learning to extract information from engineering drawings and to automate structural design.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Mohammad Talebi Kalaleh
I am currently engaged in the research that use smartphones as sensors for indirect bridge health monitoring.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Jiangyu Zeng
My research is about the application of smartphones for crowdsensing based bridge condition monitoring.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Hui (Polo) Zuo
My research focuses on using point cloud data and digital twin for infrastructure defect detection and management.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Sida Ai
My research focuses on using computer vision to measure the dynamic response of structures and assess the health condition of them.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Beilei Ji
My research focuses on developing machine learning based surrogate models for pipelines subjected to permanent ground movement.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Engineering Management, University of Alberta
Xiang Yuan
My research focuses on the use of Augmented Reality to improve the training of construction workers.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Engineering Management, University of Alberta
Chao Fan
My research focuses on ergonomics and occupational safety of construction workers using computer vision/machine learning.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
PhD in Building Engineering, University of Alberta
Qibin Hu
My research is about the application of AI technology for automatic wood floor design.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
MSc in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Zahra Hassani
I am working on the application of smartphones for serviceability condition assessment for buildings
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
MSc in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Yuchen Qian
I am working on using smartphones to evaluate serviceability condition of buildings.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei
MSc in Structural Engineering, University of Alberta
Farshid Heshmati
My research focuses on developing machine learning based surrogate models for pipelines subjected to permanent ground movement.
Supervised by Dr. Qipei (Gavin) Mei