## [Earthquake Insights Seminar: Unveiling Discoveries and Preparedness Strategies](/earthquake-insights-seminar) The Earthquake Insights Seminar has concluded. If you missed the event or would like to learn more, a recording can be found on the [UBC Engineering YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4). **Earthquake Insights Seminar: Unveiling Discoveries and Preparedness Strategies** **- Lessons learned from the M 7.8 Türkiye Earthquake of 6 February 2023** ## Overview Earthquakes are natural phenomena that often leave us in awe of their power and destruction. To gain a deeper understanding of these events and to bolster earthquake preparedness in Canada and worldwide, our team of dedicated researchers embarked on a journey to Türkiye, a region susceptible to seismic activity and recently suffered from a major earthquake. Now, they're back to share their findings, experiences, and insights with the community. ## Highlights of the Event ### Research Revelations Our esteemed panel of professors will present their findings from the recent expedition, shedding light on the intricate mechanisms behind earthquakes, their impact on infrastructure and communities, and the implications for disaster preparedness. ### Interdisciplinary Insights In addition to our UBC Civil Engineering faculty, we are honored to host faculty members from other renowned universities who will provide diverse perspectives on earthquake research, risk assessment, and resilience strategies. ### Interactive Discussions Engage in interactive discussions with our panelists, allowing you to delve deeper into the research, ask questions, and gain a more comprehensive understanding of earthquake dynamics. ### Promoting Preparedness Beyond research, this event underscores the critical importance of earthquake preparedness and safety. Learn about practical measures you can take to prepare and protect yourself, your family, and your community in the event of an earthquake. ## Recordings and Presentations [View the seminar slides](/sites/default/files/2023-10/Civil-Earthquake-Insights-Seminar-Oct13-2023-compressed.pdf) ### Video Chapters of the Webcast [Opening remarks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=0s) from Consul General of Türkiye, Mr. Hüseyin Emrah Kurt [Opening remarks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=259s) from Dr. Tony Yang, Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering [Seismology and Geotechnical Effects](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=1189s) with Dr. Alemdar Bayraktar Professor in Structural and Earthquake Engineering and Dr. Keshab Sharma Geotechnical Engineer, BGC Engineering Inc. [Building Codes and Construction Practices](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=1189s) with Dr. Tony Yang [Performance of Residential Buildings](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=3921s) with Dr. Svetlana Brzev, Adjunct Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering [Performance of Schools](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=5212s) with Dr. Bishnu Pandey, Instructor, BCIT and Allison Chen, Practice Advisor, EGBC [Performance of Health Care Facilities](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=6394s) with Dr. Jeffrey Salmon, Structural EIT, Ausenco [Preparedness, Response and Recovery](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=7260s) with Dr. Jeffrey Salmon, Dr. Şerife Özata, and Allison Chen. Dr. Mehrtash Motamedi, Research Associate, UBC Department of Civil Engineering moderates a [panel discussion](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=9151s). [Concluding Remarks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4&t=10832s) from Dr. Tony Yang, Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering ## Event Information: **Date held:** Friday, October 13, 2023 **Host:** Tony Yang, PhD, P.Eng., F. CAE. Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering **Relevant and suitable for:** - Engineers, planners, mid-senior-to-senior level executives and leaders in engineering firms and government, and mainstream and trade media - Students and researchers interested in earthquake studies and civil engineering. - Professionals in the fields of urban planning, disaster management, and infrastructure development. - Community members are concerned about earthquake preparedness and safety. [Watch now](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6TJP8f9lx4) ## Speakers: Image ![Alemdar Bayraktar Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/alemdar-bayraktar-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=VAg7FJJs) ### Alemdar Bayraktar, PhD **Professor in Structural and Earthquake Engineering** Image ![Svetlana Brzev Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/svetlana-brzev-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=ZRXq1nLk) ### Svetlana Brzev, PhD, P.Eng., FEC **Adjunct Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering** Image ![Allison Chen Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/allison-chen-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=pGGZ0eZ0) ### Allison Chen, P.Eng., P.E. **Practice Advisor, EGBC** ![Mehrtash Motamedi photo](/sites/default/files/inline-images/Mehrtash-Motamedi-photo.jpg)### Mehrtash Motamedi, PhD, P.Eng. **Research Associate, UBC Department of Civil Engineering** ![Bishnu Pandey photo](/sites/default/files/inline-images/bishnu-pandey.jpg)### Bishnu Pandey, PhD, P.Eng. **Instructor, BCIT** Image ![Jeffrey Salmon Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/jeffrey-salmon-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=3NnKwtvu) ### Jeffrey Salmon, PhD **Structural EIT, Ausenco** Image ![Keshab Sharma Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/keshab-sharma-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=CplnkU7z) ### Keshab Sharma, PhD **Geotechnical Engineer, BGC Engineering Inc.** ![Carlos Ventura photo](/sites/default/files/inline-images/carlos-ventura.jpg) ### Carlos Ventura, P.E., P.Eng., PhD **Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering** Image ![Tony Yang Picture](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/tony-yang-500x500.jpg.webp?itok=ru74akc4) ### Tony Yang, PhD, P.Eng., F. CAE **Professor, UBC Department of Civil Engineering** Image ![Şerife Özata ](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/serife_ozata_resized_0.jpg.webp?itok=xyIDctkD) ### Şerife Özata, PhD **Architect, Research and Teaching Assistant, Department of Architecture, Ahi Evran University in Kirsehir, Turkey** Image ![Omar AlShawa](/sites/default/files/styles/original_image/public/2023-09/omar_alshawa_resized_1.jpg.webp?itok=zZ3adWxj) ### Omar AlShawa, PhD **Research Associate (RTD-A), Department of Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, SAPIENZA University of Rome, Italy** Questions about the event can be directed to [contact@apsc.ubc.ca.](mailto:contact@apsc.ubc.ca)