Taurus Yong
About Taurus Yong
Taurus Yong is a Graduate Geologist at Arup with a background in Earth System Science and experience in geohazard studies and remote sensing applications.
Education and Expertise
Taurus Yong pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Earth System Science, specializing in Geophysics, from The Chinese University of Hong Kong from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, Taurus completed an exchange semester at Lund University in 2018, focusing on Atmospheric Physics and Dynamics. Taurus is particularly interested in integrating remote sensing with machine learning for geological applications and has a focus on geohazard studies.
Professional Experience
Taurus Yong currently works as a Graduate Geologist at Arup, a position held since 2022. Prior to this role, Taurus was employed at Fugro as an Assistant Geologist from 2020 to 2022, and also completed a brief internship at the Hong Kong Observatory 香港天文台 in 2019. These roles have provided Taurus with diverse experience and skills in the field of geology, particularly in geohazard studies and geological modeling.
Work at Arup
Since 2022, Taurus Yong has been working as a Graduate Geologist at Arup in Hong Kong SAR. In this role, Taurus continues to expand their skills in geological modeling and integrates remote sensing with machine learning for geological applications. The position allows Taurus to focus on various aspects of geohazard studies, contributing to the safety and efficiency of engineering projects.
Past Roles at Fugro
Taurus Yong served as an Assistant Geologist at Fugro from 2020 to 2022. During this time, Taurus contributed to various geological projects and gained valuable experience in geohazard studies. The role involved detailed analysis and fieldwork, enhancing Taurus's practical skills in geology.
Internship at Hong Kong Observatory 香港天文台
In 2019, Taurus Yong undertook a two-month internship at the Hong Kong Observatory 香港天文台. This brief yet insightful experience allowed Taurus to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting, focusing on atmospheric and geological data analysis.