Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guangjian Liu | Slope Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guangjian Liu, Ningbo University, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guangjian Liu (born July 1990) is an expert in Slope Engineering and Rock Mechanics. He is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Rock Mechanics, Ningbo University. With significant contributions to mining safety, Dr. Liu has published widely in international journals, focusing on rockburst hazards and rock mechanics. His research, supported by multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China projects, makes him a prominent figure in the field. 📚👨🏫🌍
Publication Profile
Education
Dr. Liu completed his Bachelor’s and Doctorate in Mining Engineering from China University of Mining and Technology (2009–2018). His research during this time focused on mining engineering, including rock mechanics and geomechanics. The rigorous training at this leading institution laid the foundation for his expertise in slope stability, shear strength in rock masses, and numerical modeling. 🎓📖
Experience
Dr. Liu has held significant academic positions, serving as Associate Professor at Shaoxing University (2018–2024) and at Ningbo University’s Institute of Rock Mechanics (2024–present). His work bridges the gap between theoretical research and real-world mining engineering, guiding students and collaborating on international projects. His hands-on experience spans a variety of experimental tests and numerical simulations in the field of rock mechanics and slope engineering. 🏫🧑🔬💼
Awards and Honors
Dr. Liu has received prestigious awards such as the Outstanding Paper Award at the 4th International Symposium on Mine Safety Science and Engineering and the First Prize for Technical Invention from the Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics and Engineering. These honors highlight his influential research in rock mechanics, mining safety, and slope optimization, underscoring his contribution to the field. 🏆🎖️
Research Focus
Dr. Liu’s research focuses on Slope Engineering, with key interests in slope stability analysis, rock bolt reinforcement, and shear strength of bolted rock mass joints. He employs numerical modeling and laboratory experiments to study fracture characteristics, fault-slip rockbursts, and geomechanical behavior under varying stress conditions. His work is vital for improving safety and efficiency in mining operations and civil engineering projects. ⚒️📊💡
Publication Top Notes
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Experimental and numerical simulation study on mechanical behavior and microscopic damage characteristics of sandstone under triaxial compression (Geomechanics and Geophysics for Geo-Energy and Geo-Resources, 2025) 📘📊
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Study on the instability characteristics and precursor signals of rockburst in ancient fluvial sedimentary microfacies coal seam (Quarterly Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology, 2025) 📖⛏️
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Experimental and simulation study on tensile mechanical characteristics and crack development law of sandstone after thermal treatment (Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2025) 🏗️🔥
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Numerical study on the characteristics of roadway failure and instability in coal seam with rock parting (Scientific Reports, 2024) 🏞️💥
