Zhiliang Wang – Geotechnical Engineering – Best Researcher Award Published on 19/09/202522/09/2025 by Civil Engineering Prof. Zhiliang Wang | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award Professor | Kunming University of Science and Technology | China Prof. Zhiliang Wang has established a strong research foundation in civil and geotechnical engineering, focusing extensively on tunnel and underground engineering, soil behavior, and numerical simulation methods. His research contributions address safety evaluation of tunnels, mitigation of hazards associated with special soils, and the development of multi-field coupling models for geotechnical applications. By integrating theoretical modeling with experimental studies, Zhiliang Wang has advanced understanding of soil stabilization mechanisms, long-term settlement issues in peat soils, and fracture propagation in rock mass. His works also highlight the application of lattice Boltzmann methods for simulating fluid flow, heat transfer, and seepage in complex soil and rock structures, bridging the gap between computational approaches and practical engineering challenges. Through projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and industry collaborations, he has contributed innovative solutions for freezing processes in soils, shield tunneling effects, and soil-structure interaction in underground construction. His publications in high-impact journals cover a wide range of topics, from sustainable approaches such as incorporating clay and manufactured sand in soil stabilization to advanced simulations of thermal and hydraulic processes in soils. Zhiliang Wang’s research outcomes not only enhance engineering safety and efficiency but also align with sustainability goals by addressing energy-efficient and environmentally friendly practices in geotechnical engineering. His active involvement in teaching courses like tunnel engineering and numerical simulation further strengthens the link between academic research and practical application, inspiring future professionals in the field. With 366 citations by 339 documents, 65 documents, and an h-index of 11, Zhiliang Wang’s scholarly impact reflects his significant role in shaping modern research and innovations in underground engineering and soil mechanics. Profile: Scopus Featured Publications: Effect of random microcracks on macroscopic crack propagation in rock. (2024). Cited by 2. A numerical simulation of high-temperature rock hydraulic fracturing based on coupled thermo-mechanical peridynamics. (2024). Cited by 1. Study on the seepage and heat transfer effect of rough fractures in hot matrix considering dynamic thermophysical properties of fluid. (2024). Cited by 2. Numerical simulation of glass panel impact damage based on peridynamics. (2024). Cited by 1.
Prof. Zhiliang Wang | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award Professor | Kunming University of Science and Technology | China Prof. Zhiliang Wang has established a strong research foundation in civil and geotechnical engineering, focusing extensively on tunnel and underground engineering, soil behavior, and numerical simulation methods. His research contributions address safety evaluation of tunnels, mitigation of hazards associated with special soils, and the development of multi-field coupling models for geotechnical applications. By integrating theoretical modeling with experimental studies, Zhiliang Wang has advanced understanding of soil stabilization mechanisms, long-term settlement issues in peat soils, and fracture propagation in rock mass. His works also highlight the application of lattice Boltzmann methods for simulating fluid flow, heat transfer, and seepage in complex soil and rock structures, bridging the gap between computational approaches and practical engineering challenges. Through projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and industry collaborations, he has contributed innovative solutions for freezing processes in soils, shield tunneling effects, and soil-structure interaction in underground construction. His publications in high-impact journals cover a wide range of topics, from sustainable approaches such as incorporating clay and manufactured sand in soil stabilization to advanced simulations of thermal and hydraulic processes in soils. Zhiliang Wang’s research outcomes not only enhance engineering safety and efficiency but also align with sustainability goals by addressing energy-efficient and environmentally friendly practices in geotechnical engineering. His active involvement in teaching courses like tunnel engineering and numerical simulation further strengthens the link between academic research and practical application, inspiring future professionals in the field. With 366 citations by 339 documents, 65 documents, and an h-index of 11, Zhiliang Wang’s scholarly impact reflects his significant role in shaping modern research and innovations in underground engineering and soil mechanics. Profile: Scopus Featured Publications: Effect of random microcracks on macroscopic crack propagation in rock. (2024). Cited by 2. A numerical simulation of high-temperature rock hydraulic fracturing based on coupled thermo-mechanical peridynamics. (2024). Cited by 1. Study on the seepage and heat transfer effect of rough fractures in hot matrix considering dynamic thermophysical properties of fluid. (2024). Cited by 2. Numerical simulation of glass panel impact damage based on peridynamics. (2024). Cited by 1.