Publication Chair

Prof. Leiming Wang

University of Science and Technology Beijing, China

Biography:

Leiming Wang, born in 1991 in Anqiu, Shandong, is currently a professor in the Department of Resource Engineering, having previously held the positions of distinguished associate professor (2022) and associate professor (2023). He is a recipient of the National Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program, the Beijing Association for Science and Technology’s Young Talent Support Program, and the Outstanding Young Scientific Talent Award in the field of mining, petroleum, and safety engineering in Chinese higher education institutions. Professor Wang has led over 10 research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation and the Beijing Natural Science Foundation. He has published more than 60 academic papers, including over 30 in SCI/EI journals, and has been granted 17 national invention patents and 1 U.S. patent. He has received numerous national and provincial awards, including the Ministry of Education’s Natural Science Second Prize and the China Rare Earth Science and Technology Second Prize, as either the first or second contributor. Professor Wang has participated in international academic conferences such as Hydroprocess 2023, Procemin GEOMET 2022, and COM 2019, where he delivered academic presentations. In addition, he serves as the Deputy Secretary-General of the Mining Excavation and Support Committee of the Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics and Engineering, an expert for the Ministry of Education on graduate thesis assessments, and holds editorial positions in several international journals. He is also a member of the Hydroprocess 2023 organizing committee and the publication chair for MRGGE 2024, showcasing his extensive experience in academic communication and research.

Prof. Abdul Hakam

Universitas Andalas, Indonesia

Biography:

Abdul Hakam has carried out extensive research in the broad field of geotechnics, with a particular emphasis on soil mechanics and foundation engineering. His body of work spans both static and dynamic conditions, providing a comprehensive contribution to the understanding of soil behavior and its implications for civil infrastructure. Under static conditions, his research has focused on the performance of foundations in soft soils, which often present challenges in terms of settlement and bearing capacity. He has also investigated slope failure mechanisms, offering insights into preventive measures and stabilization techniques that are vital for infrastructure development in areas with weak or unstable ground. In the domain of dynamic conditions, Abdul Hakam has devoted significant attention to the stability of slopes and retaining walls under seismic loading, an issue of critical importance in earthquake-prone regions. His studies extend further into the phenomenon of soil liquefaction, where he has contributed to mapping areas vulnerable to this hazard. This research plays an essential role in disaster risk reduction and the development of safer construction practices. Beyond academic research, Abdul Hakam has been actively engaged in practical geotechnical projects. His involvement includes the design and construction of building foundations, assessment of road stability, and applied studies related to geohazards. The outcomes of his work have been disseminated through books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conference proceedings, thereby enriching both theoretical knowledge and engineering practice. Overall, his research reflects a strong integration of scientific inquiry and practical application, with a consistent focus on advancing geotechnical engineering for safer and more resilient infrastructure.