Dr. Yunesh Saulick received a PhD in geotechnical engineering from the University of Hong Kong, where he specialized in developing innovative materials and methods for sustainable infrastructure. After completing his doctorate, he undertook postdoctoral positions at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the University of Hong Kong, advancing research in physics-based and data-driven models with an emphasis on field-scale implementation in challenging geotechnical environments.
In 2024, Dr. Saulick joined the University of Ottawa, where he now teaches and conducts research in the Department of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on creating climate-resilient construction materials, particularly through the development and application of hydrophobic granular materials. Dr. Saulick investigates hydrophobic soil treatments, to tackle geotechnical challenges such as slope instability, frost heaving and expansive clays. Bridging micro- and nano-scale materials engineering with macro-scale infrastructure applications, his research aims to provide communities with sustainable, lasting solutions for climate-adaptive infrastructure.