Yi Shao

Note: Professor Shao has recently joined UBC Vancouver and is no longer hiring students at McGill. 

Professor Shao’s research develops engineering concepts, models, and tools to improve the sustainability and productivity of the construction industry. Current projects focus on (1) developing sustainable, resilient, and adaptable structural systems with improved constructability and suitability for prefabrication; (2) advancing the understanding, analysis, and design of structures using Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) and Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP); and (3) developing intelligent methods and engineering tools to support construction, fabrication, and assembly processes. The research adopts an interdisciplinary approach that integrates high-performance construction materials, innovative structural systems, advanced structural design and optimization methods, and intelligent construction and prefabrication.

Our team is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic educational environment. We support the unique dreams of each student. We are determined to help our team members gain the best educational experience and professional development. Through our research and educational activities, we strive to make the civil engineering industry more accessible and attractive to women, minority groups, and persons with disabilities.