Dr. Stephen Wong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stephen Wong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on resilient and sustainable transportation systems, specifically in areas such as evacuation processes, shared mobility, and decision-making during emergencies. Wong's work emphasizes creating equitable and environmentally friendly transportation systems that adapt to disasters and everyday conditions. He has contributed to research on smart charging for electric vehicles, automated vehicle policymaking, and mobility-demand services, aimed at improving operational efficiency and safety. Stephen has been recognized for his efforts through multiple fellowships and awards, including the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship and the Eno Center Transportation Future Leader Fellowship. He leads the Resilient Sustainable Mobility Evacuation (RESUME) Group, which aims to develop actionable recommendations for government agencies to enhance disaster preparedness and response. Wong holds a Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and has authored and contributed to a number of academic publications in related fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Development Engineer

2021-01-01 — 2021-06-01

California Resilient Innovative Mobility Initiative (CA RIMI) • California

Graduate Student Researcher

2020-06-01 — 2020-12-01

Institute of Transportation Studies • California

Independent Consultant

2019-06-01 — 2020-06-01

Contra Costa County • California

Graduate Student Instructor

2018-01-01 — 2019-06-01

Transportation Sustainability Graduate Class • California

Research Assistant

2015-09-01 — 2015-12-01

Institute of Transportation Studies • California

Awards

#2024

AMR20 Paper Award Winner

2024-01-01
#2023

Transportation Research Board Blue Ribbon Award Renewal

2023-01-01
#2023

Outstanding Support Young Members

2023-01-01
#2021

Eric Pas Dissertation Prize

2021-01-01
#2019

Dwight D. Eisenhower Graduate Research Fellowship

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management