Currently a Professor Emeritus at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Professor Chan earned his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo in 1993. His research interests include structural optimization, high-rise buildings, wind effects on buildings, and sustainable wind energy.

Throughout his career, Professor Chan has led over thirty-three research projects and co-authored over 150 publications in professional books, journals, and conference proceedings. His research has led to the development of the state-of-the-art structural optimization technology for analyzing and designing tall buildings, which has been utilized in some of the tallest buildings in China and Hong Kong. Professor Chan has received numerous research and teaching awards, including the 1998 State-of-the-Art Civil Engineering Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers and the 2014 Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He has also served as an associate editor/editorial board member of several international journals and as a committee member at Technical Committees and Professional Societies in Hong Kong and abroad.

Professor Chan is resolute in his desire to contribute his expertise and knowledge to collaborate with Comfiknit’s textile technology to develop unique and sustainable fabrics that enhance people’s lives.