Dr Kangkang Tang
Senior Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences
Research area(s)
Research Overview
Dr Tang’s research focuses on the development of resilient infrastructure, with two primary areas of expertise:
Resilient Healthcare Facility Development
Dr Tang applies advanced computational methods to assess and mitigate risks in complex hospital environments. Notably, he has employed agent-based modelling (ABM) to evaluate the transmission and control of hospital-acquired infections. His work provides a foundation for more robust, data-informed strategies to enhance infection control, operational efficiency, and patient safety within healthcare facilities. Please also feel free to visit the group website:
https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/Centres/Smart-Technology-Advancements-for-Health-and-Rehab
Resilient Railway Infrastructures
Building on extensive industrial experience, Dr Tang has conducted in-depth studies of stray-current-induced corrosion using both computer simulations and experimental methods. His research has advanced the understanding of corrosion mechanisms in ultra-high-performance steel fibre-reinforced concrete (UHPSFRC), a promising alternative to conventional steel-reinforced concrete for railway tunnel construction. This work contributes directly to the development of more durable and resilient railway infrastructure.