Zhenglai Shen
About Zhenglai Shen
Zhenglai Shen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2021, with a background in structural and bridge engineering. He has held various research and internship positions in both China and the United States, including roles at Central South University of Forestry and Technology, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, and Tickle College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Zhenglai Shen has been serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, he engages in advanced research initiatives, contributing to the laboratory's mission of addressing critical scientific challenges. His work focuses on areas relevant to structural engineering and bridge design, leveraging his extensive academic and practical background.
Education and Expertise
Zhenglai Shen holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Structural Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, where he studied from 2013 to 2019. He also earned a Master's degree in Bridge Engineering from Tongji University from 2007 to 2010, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Central South University of Forestry and Technology from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and research methodologies.
Background in Research and Internships
Zhenglai Shen has accumulated significant research experience through various positions. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at The University of Alabama in Huntsville from 2014 to 2019 and at Arizona State University for 11 months in 2013. Additionally, he held internships in bridge design and structural health monitoring, including a role at MCC Capital Engineering & Research Incorporation Limited in 2010 and at Tongji University in 2009.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Zhenglai Shen worked as a Research Associate at Tickle College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee from 2020 to 2021. He also served as a Bridge Loading Test Intern at Central South University of Forestry and Technology from 2006 to 2010. His diverse work experience spans various roles in engineering, emphasizing his expertise in bridge engineering and structural analysis.