Geecheol Kim
Seoil University, Republic of Korea

Biography: Dr. KIM is a professor in Architecture Engineering of Seoil University, Korea since 2004. He received Ph.D. from the Department of Architecture Engineering at SungKyunKwan(SKK) University in Korea and received a Master’s degree and a Bachelor’s degree from SungKyunKwan(SKK) University. Dr. KIM worked as an engineer in POSCO E&C that is Construction Company in 1995~2002. And he worked as a senior engineer in MIDAS IT that is Structural Analysis/Design Software Company in 2002 ~ 2004. Professor KIM published many papers in the field of Civil Engineering. And he also authored over 100 articles and proceedings. Professor KIM serves as an editorial board and reviewer for many journals. He also supervises masters’ degree and doctoral degree students. Now he is the vice-chair of KASS(Korean Association for Spatial Structures). Prof. KIM interests in the Vibration Control and the Serviceability Evaluation of Structure, Seismic Retrofit Technique of Structure and Seismic Design of Structure, etc. He holds many Patents related to Seismic Retrofit and he also has done several projects.

V.C. Bringas-Rodríguez
Universidad Católica San Pablo, Peru

Biography: Doctoral candidate specializing in Design Materials for Energy and the Environment within the Science and Technology of New Materials program at the International Doctoral School of the University of Seville. Master's degree in Environmental Management and Integrated Systems and a Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering from the National University of San Agustín de Arequipa, awarded unanimously with public commendation. Member of the College of Engineers of Peru with Registration Number CIP 185070. Currently a Level VII RENACYT researcher, focusing on sustainable and circular materials. Member of the Materials Science and Technology Research Group (CITEM) at the Catholic University San Pablo. Professor for the professional schools of Environmental Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering, as well as for postgraduate programs in the Department of Natural Sciences at the Catholic University San Pablo. Recognized with the "Excellence in Scientific Article Review" award by the Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports. Additionally, serving as the CEO of the environmental initiative NaturWasi and holding membership in CVX Arequipa - Alberto Hurtado.

Andhika Sahadewa
Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia

Biography: Dr. Andhika Sahadewa is an assistant professor in Civil Engineering, Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB), Indonesia since 2017. He received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from ITB. He received a master’s degree and a doctorate degree in civil engineering from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, USA. He worked as a senior geotechnical engineer in Terracon (USA) and Keller (Southeast Asian) prior to his arrival in ITB.
In 2020, Dr. Sahadewa and his colleagues established Indonesian Geotechnical Inztitute (IGI), a national independent center for research, development, and consultancy focusing on geotechnical engineering. Dr. Sahadewa has contributed to the development and revision of many major Indonesian National Standards in Civil Engineering. He also serves in many reputable committees, including a geotechnical advisor in Toll Road Regulatory Agency and Building Expert Advisory of Jakarta.
ITB and IGI have been very supportive to his research interests in large dam engineering, ground improvement engineering, and geotechnical earthquake engineering. He actively delivers his research activities in many prestigious national and international events, including International Conference on Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering, International Conference on Geotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization, International Symposium on Field Monitoring in Geomechanics, etc.
Dr. Sahadewa is also a registered professional geotechnical engineer in Indonesia. He has been appointed as a geotechnical engineering expert in numerous prestigious national strategic projects, including airport, toll road, power plant, high-speed railway, etc.

Chung-Hao Wu
National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

Biography: Dr. Chung-Hao Wu was born in Tainan City, Taiwan. He obtained his Ph.D. from the National Chung Hsing University of Taiwan. Dr. Wu is now an assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan. He once worked as a visiting researcher in the Department of Architecture and Architectural Engineering at Kyoto University in Japan as a visiting researcher at the University of Tokyo and the National University of Singapore in Japan. Dr. Wu was also an associate researcher at the Architecture and Building Research Institute, Ministry of the Interior, Taiwan. Dr. Wu's research results on recycled aggregate concrete, lightweight aggregate concrete, supplementary cementitious materials, microbial mineralization, and high-temperature fire resistance have been presented and published at Scopus conferences and international journals. Dr. Wu is a fellow of the Taiwan Concrete Society, the Chinese Society of Structural Engineering, and the Taiwan Lightweight Aggregate Association. He is also the permanent director of the Lightweight Aggregate Association and actively promotes the application of concrete technology.

David O. Olukanni
Covenant University, Nigeria

Biography: Prof. Olukanni is a Professor of Water Resources and Environmental Engineering with special interest in Waste Management and its application. He is the pioneer chair of Waste to Wealth Initiative and the Centre for Research in Waste Management at Covenant University. He is a Fulbright Fellow to the United State. He has won awards and grants for research, and travel Scholarships to Conferences. Prof. Olukanni is a member of learned and professional associations. He is the Vice-Chair of IconSWM-CE and Chair, country specific working group of IconSWM-CE. He served as the Team Leader, University Internal Accreditation Panel for Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs. He also served as Head of Civil Engineering Department, Director of Quality Assurance and Academic Standards, Pioneer Director of Covenant University Central Instrumentation Research Facility (CUCIRF) and currently serving as the Dean of the College of Engineering and Chair, Senate Business Committee of Covenant University. He is a Visiting Scholar to the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at North Carolina State University, USA. He serves on the Editorial Board and as a reviewer for many journals. He also serves as assessor and external examiner for postgraduate dissertations and thesis in some Universities. More than 56 SCI publications in the field of waste management. His research interests are Waste Management and Its applications, Industrial and Hazardous Waste Management, Plastic and Microplastics, Waste to Energy, Wastewater Treatment System, Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) programs; and Water Supply in rural and urban communities to name a few. Current responsibilities include Project Adviser, African Sustainability Infrastructure Mobility (ASIM) which supports mobility of students, faculty, and staff within Africa; Board member, International Consultant Committee of Waste to Energy ICCWtE. He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles, proceedings and invited papers, and has done several consultancy projects and supervised many Masters’ Degree and Doctoral Degree students. He has international cooperation in several countries such as USA, UK, Canada, China, Germany, Spain, France, India, South Africa, Egypt, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia and Congo to name a few. He enjoys Reading, meditating, designing, singing, travelling, sporting, and meeting people. He is happily married, and the marriage is blessed with children.

Abeer S. Y. Mohamed
Majmaah University, Saudi Arabia & Tanta University, Egypt

Biography: Dr. Abeer Samy is a distinguished professor at Majmaah University's College of Engineering in Saudi Arabia, where she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. With an illustrious career spanning 26 years, Dr. Samy began her academic journey as a professor of building technology at Tanta University.
Her primary focus lies in Building Technology Applications in Architecture & Urban Design, where she has established herself as a leading authority. Dr. Samy's contributions to the field are evident through her impressive portfolio of 40 internationally indexed publications, which showcase her deep understanding and innovative approaches to her area of specialization.
In recognition of her outstanding achievements and contributions to sustainable communities, Dr. Samy was honored with the prestigious UNEP International Silver Award for Liveable Communities in 2018. This accolade is a testament to her commitment to promoting environmentally friendly and livable urban spaces.
Beyond her academic pursuits, Dr. Samy is actively involved in heritage conservation efforts. Since 2010, she has been a dedicated member of The Formal Heritage Conservation Committee in El Gharbia Governorate, Egypt, where she lends her expertise to preserve and protect cultural landmarks for future generations.
Dr. Abeer Samy's passion for education, research, and community engagement underscores her dedication to advancing the fields of building technology and urban design, making her a respected figure both locally and internationally.
Speech Title: Unveiling the Phenomenology of Architecture Tectonics: A Speaker's Journey
Abstract: Embark on a captivating journey with me as we delve into the intricate interplay between architecture's physical and meta-physical realms. In this immersive exploration, I will guide you through the transformative landscape of Architecture Tectonics, where tangible structures merge seamlessly with abstract concepts, giving rise to a new dimension of understanding.
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