On October 18, 1994, the normally placid Cedar Bayou waterway overflowed and flooded much of Baytown, Texas. In just over two days, 30...

In regions with high earthquake risk, it is not enough for buildings to be  earthquake-resistant: they must also continue functioning...

The beauty of the multifaceted surface of the concept of safety is often overlooked. In this essay, I will give an overview of the...