Professor Yan Zhuge Adelaide University Distinguished Keynote Speaker, ICAN 2027

Professor Yan Zhuge is a Professor at Adelaide University whose research focuses on sustainable construction materials, cementitious composites, waste-derived materials and resilient infrastructure. Her work is highly relevant to ICAN 2027 through the development of advanced composite materials for civil engineering, including low-carbon, durable and multifunctional construction systems. She has contributed to the use of recycled and engineered materials to improve structural performance and sustainability. Her research connects materials science with infrastructure applications, supporting ICAN 2027 themes in advanced composites, sustainable materials, circular economy and practical engineering translation.