Dr. J. Q. Shang - Research Compendium


SHANG, Julie


Professor
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

P.Eng.
B. Sc. (Beijing Science and Tech.) 1982
M.Eng. (Carleton) 1989
Ph.D. (Western) 1993

DR. Shang's research interests lie in the general area of geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering. The main field of expertise is soil improvement, soil remediation and soil and groundwater contamination detection technologies.

The following research aspects are currently under active investigation:

Electrokinetics in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering applications, including strengthening foundations of offshore petroleum platforms, dewatering mine tailings and contaminated sediments. Working together with colleagues and graduate students, Dr. Shang has developed a systematic approach for the evaluation of effectiveness and efficiency of electrokinetics that can be used in the design of soil improvement and remediation projects.

Vacuum technology in soil improvement and soil remediation applications. Dr. Shang has published a series of case histories in collaboration with the Chinese engineers, including land reclamation, consolidation of mine tailings and airport runways. Based on these case studies, Dr. Shang and her graduate student developed the theoretical model and laboratory testing apparatus to facilitate the design of vacuum preloading consolidation.

Development of soil-groundwater contamination monitoring systems using electromagnetic waves. Supported by an NSERC Strategic Grant, Dr. Shang is working on the development of soil and groundwater contamination monitoring and detection systems using electromagnetic waves, which can be used for continuous monitoring of groundwater and non-destructive detection of soil contamination. The ultimate goal of the research is to develop a series of sensors that can be installed in water wells, contaminant barriers, industrial sites and underground storage facilities for early detection of soil and groundwater contamination.

KEYWORDS: soil improvement, soil remediation, detection of soil contamination, monitoring of groundwater quality.
 

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