Yuhong Ding | Construction Material | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Yuhong Ding at Macau University of Science and Technology | China
Prof. Yuhong Ding is a Ph.D. student in Architecture at the Faculty of Humanities and Arts, Macau University of Science and Technology, and a Professor at the School of Civil and Architectural Engineering, Liming Vocational University. Her research bridges traditional architectural heritage and modern innovation, focusing on structural durability, digital modeling, and sustainable restoration. She has published multiple academic papers, including a notable work unveiling the triple durability mechanism of Quanzhou’s brick-faced clay core walls. Holder of several national invention patents, she actively integrates research, patents, industry, and teaching, championing the vision of “science benefiting society.”
Professional Profile
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Education
Yuhong Ding is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Architecture at the Faculty of Humanities and Arts, Macau University of Science and Technology. Her academic training combines deep expertise in architectural heritage, structural analysis, and preservation techniques.
Experience
She serves as a Professor at the School of Civil and Architectural Engineering, Liming Vocational University, where she has guided students to top national awards in architectural skills competitions. She has authored academic papers and developed national invention patents, successfully implementing them in the preservation and construction sectors.
Professional Development
Yuhong Ding has advanced her academic and professional profile by combining research, technological innovation, and practical training. Her publications have introduced the triple durability mechanism of brick-faced clay core walls in Quanzhou’s heritage architecture, contributing to restoration strategies in the Fujian–Taiwan region. She has designed digital control models, construction training devices, and BIM management systems, securing national patents with real-world applications. Her closed-loop model of “scientific research – patent – industry – teaching” underscores her holistic approach, while her leadership in skills competitions demonstrates her dedication to fostering future professionals in architectural engineering.
Research Interests
Yuhong Ding’s research lies at the intersection of architectural heritage conservation, structural engineering, and digital construction technologies. Her primary focus is on the durability and sustainable restoration of traditional residential architecture, particularly the unique brick-faced clay core walls in the Quanzhou World Heritage area. She integrates advanced analysis methods with practical conservation strategies, emphasizing culturally sensitive preservation. Beyond structural studies, her work extends to developing patented digital control and BIM-based systems to enhance heritage management. By merging tradition with innovation, she seeks to ensure the long-term resilience of historical buildings while contributing to regional cultural sustainability.
Awards and Recognitions
Yuhong Ding has earned multiple distinctions for her contributions to research, innovation, and education. She has guided her students to win top national honors in architectural skills competitions. Her publications have been recognized for pioneering analysis of heritage wall durability in Quanzhou. In addition, she has been granted national invention patents, each implemented in professional practice, further underscoring her impact on the architectural engineering field. These achievements reflect her commitment to integrating academic research with tangible societal and industry benefits.
Top Noted Publications
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Title: Durability Analysis of Brick-Faced Clay-Core Walls in Traditional Residential Architecture in Quanzhou, China
Year: 2025 -
Title: Exploring the Techniques of Pile Cutting in Fujian and Taiwan through Oral History Method
Year: 2025 -
Title: Analysis of Dimensional Design Rules for Ancient Buildings in Southern Fujian: A Case Study of the Hui’an River Bottom School
Year: 2021 -
Title: Exploration into the Traditional Exterior Wall Decoration of Buildings in Quanzhou City: “Putting Bricks into Stones”
Year: 2019








She has developed cutting-edge methods like intelligent safety analysis of formwork, evacuation route planning in dynamic environments, and parameter identification systems using computer vision.
Her leadership extends beyond academia to industry collaborations, where she has championed high-impact projects improving construction safety and efficiency. Through her work, she bridges the gap between research, education, and real-world applications. 

and digital transformation of the building industry. Her innovations include safety monitoring using AI, dynamic evacuation planning for construction sites, and defect detection with computer vision. 
Second Prize – China Technology Market Golden Bridge Award, 2024
Engineering Construction Science and Technology Award, 2024
Innovation Award – China Urban Rail Transit Science and Technology Innovation Competition, 2022
Classification and Application of Deep Learning in Construction Engineering and Management – A Systematic Literature Review and Future Innovations (2024)
Study on the Influence of the Fully Enclosed Barrier on the Vortex-Induced Vibration Performance of a Long-Span Highway–Railway Double-Deck Truss Bridge (2024)
Research on Intelligent Prefabricated Reinforced Concrete Staircase Lifting Point Setting Method Considering Multidimensional Spatial Constraint Characteristics (2024)
Study on the Influence of Wind Fairing Parameters on the Aerodynamic Performance of Long-Span Double-Deck Steel Truss Suspension Bridge (2024)
Multiobject Real-Time Automatic Detection Method for Production Quality Control of Prefabricated Laminated Slabs (2024)
Conception Design of a Novel Vibration Damping Mechanism for Vibration Reduction of a High-Rise Wind Tower (2023)
Study on the Suppression Effect on Vortex-Induced Vibration of Double-Deck Truss Girder by the Spatial Position of the Deflector Plate (2023)
is an Assistant Professor at IST – University of Lisbon, specializing in Civil and Environmental Engineering. With over 20 years of experience, she focuses on nature-based solutions,
Assistant Professor – IST, University of Lisbon (Current)
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, with a particular focus on nature-based solutions in buildings. She has led various research projects, including GENESIS, which models the environmental, economic, and social benefits of green roofs and walls
. Her work emphasizes the importance of green infrastructure
, showcasing her dedication to continuous knowledge sharing and professional growth.

. Her work contributes to enhancing urban environments through green roofs and green walls, focusing on their economic and environmental benefits
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Supervision of Ph.D. and M.Sc. Theses – Over 60 theses supervised



