Prof. Yang is a preeminent leader in structural and earthquake engineering, acclaimed for his ground-breaking innovation in performance-based design, structural simulation and testing, robotic inspection and construction, and high performance, carbon-neutral and resilient infrastructure. He has led many large research projects, collaborated with many leading engineering firms worldwide and made significant impacts to the national and international codes. His exceptional leadership and mentorship have inspired and trained numerous highly qualified personnel. His outstanding achievements earned him numerous coveted national and international awards. His legacy as a visionary and influential researcher will continue to shape the future of engineering and infrastructure.