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Anthony Abu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha - University of Canterbury. His main research area focuses on the resistance of steel concrete structures to the effects of fires. He is particularly interested in developing simplified methods for the analysis and design of floor systems and studying the behavior of steel connections at elevated temperatures. With a strong background in civil engineering, he has contributed significantly to the field through his academic role, where he actively supervises Master's and Doctoral students in their research endeavors. Prior to his academic career, he worked as a Graduate Structural/Structural Fire Engineer at Buro Happold Ltd in Leeds, United Kingdom. In addition to his research and teaching responsibilities, Anthony is skilled in peer review, fluent in multiple languages including Turkish and French, and is committed to enhancing the understanding of structural resilience in fire conditions.
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha - University of Canterbury • Christchurch, New Zealand
Teaching and conducting research in civil engineering with a focus on fire resistance in structures.
Buro Happold Ltd • Leeds, United Kingdom
Worked on structural engineering projects focusing on fire safety and structural integrity.
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