Dr. Douglas Thomson is a professor at the University of Manitoba, who has patented seven innovations and written more than 80 technical publications, and trained 40 highly qualified personnel. He is greatly sought after by notable organizations, including NSERC, CFI, MITACS, ISIS Canada and Canadian Microelectronics Corporation Microfluidic platform committee, to serve on national and international panels to promote and review the application of new technologies for electrical system and civil engineering structures. His experience and expertise make him a huge asset in drafting legislation, codes and commentaries that affect the electronic and construction industry as a whole. He is also a key participant in developing structural health monitoring system in Canada and the world.