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Dr. Yi Liu is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Resource Engineering at Dalhousie University. His research interests primarily encompass steel, masonry, and composite structures. Dr. Liu's key areas of focus include the behavior and strength of structural elements and systems, as well as numerical modeling and experimental investigation. He has conducted extensive research on topics such as masonry beam-column elements, masonry infilled steel/concrete frames, lateral stability studies of bridge girders, and the effects of residual stress in steel flexural member strength. In addition to his research, Dr. Liu teaches courses related to structural analysis and design, aiming to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in civil engineering.