Dr. Yang Lu is Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Boise State University. Dr. Lu’s research areas include natural disaster risk analysis, emergency preparedness, quantification of critical infrastructure network interdependencies, and the application of data science in modeling resilient systems. His recent publications on innovative methodologies for assessing multi-hazard risks in socially vulnerable communities have gained attention in the community resilience sector in society. He has also led a project on multi-hazard risk assessment, contributing to the development of more robust preparedness strategies in a full-scale community. Dr. Lu’s research projects involve developing AI-driven models for predicting infrastructure failures in extreme weather events and working with local governments on improving emergency response protocols. These initiatives underscore his commitment to integrating advanced data analytics into practical, real-world applications. Dr. Lu also aims to develop more nuanced models of infrastructure resilience that can inform national policy on disaster preparedness and mitigation. The broader impact includes enhancing community safety, reducing economic losses due to disasters, and contributing to the global body of knowledge in this field. His research endeavors have resulted in the publication of over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and he undertakes active involvement as a reviewer for more than 30 scientific journals.