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Lei Xu is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Waterloo, and serves as the Associate Director of the Canadian Cold-Formed Steel Research Group. His research focuses on the analysis and design optimization of steel structures, aiming to develop theoretical advancements and practical innovations. Professor Xu employs analytical development, numerical computation, and experimental testing in his work, concentrating primarily on the analysis and design of cold-formed steel structures and performance-based seismic analysis. He actively engages in developing innovative designs for structural products to enhance advanced techniques within the Canadian construction industry. His ongoing research includes vibration control of lightweight cold-formed steel floor systems, as well as seismic and fire performance evaluations of cold-formed steel structures. Additionally, he is involved in the formulation of engineering standards for cold-formed steel structures, contributing to various technical committees.
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.