In 2026, the CFI Annual Symposium will be co-located with the 6th International Symposium of Water Disaster Mitigation and Water Environment Regulation (WDWE2026) and the 2026 Asia Tsunami Workshop, creating a unique convergence of global expertise across coastal engineering, water disaster mitigation, tsunami science, and environmental regulation. The co-location aims to foster interdisciplinary exchange, strengthen regional collaboration, and and create synergies across complementary research and policy communities.
The CFI Singapore Symposium 2026 convenes researchers, policymakers, and industry partners to exchange insights on advancing coastal protection and flood resilience in the face of climate change and rising sea levels. The symposium highlights cutting edge research, innovative engineering solutions, and nature-based approaches that support sustainable and resilient coastal environments. It also provides a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange across academia, government, and industry to translate research into practical solutions for Singapore and the region.
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The International Symposium of Water Disaster Mitigation and Water Environment Regulation (WDWE) serves as a multidisciplinary platform for global researchers to share insights and discuss the latest scientific advancements in water disaster prevention and ecosystem-based adaptation. This is increasingly critical as climate change brings growing uncertainties and challenges to the resilience of megacities.
The symposium provides an opportunity for scientists and practitioners to present their latest discoveries, innovative strategies, and best practices for enhancing resilience to water disasters, water pollution, and ecosystem degradation, while supporting sustainable development in the world's megacities.
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The Asia Tsunami Workshop is a spin-off of the long-running South China Sea Tsunami Workshop (SCSTW) series. Expanding beyond the South China Sea, the workshop brings together researchers from across Asia to share insights and advances in tsunami science and risk reduction.
The workshop welcomes studies on tsunamis generated by earthquakes, landslides, volcanic activity, and atmospheric disturbances. Topics include tsunami generation, propagation, run-up, damage assessment, and disaster mitigation strategies such as hazard assessment, warning systems, coastal protection, evacuation planning, and community preparedness. Oral and poster sessions will foster knowledge exchange among researchers at all career stages.
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Save the dates and join us in Singapore for three engaging days of dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange at CFI Singapore's Annual Symposium and its co located events. Connect with leading experts, explore emerging ideas and solutions, and be part of an international community working together to advance coastal resilience and water related research in Asia and beyond.
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Partners Lounge @ SIT
21 October 2026, 6pm - 9pm
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Site visits to Sustainable Singapore Gallery, which has been integral to Singapore's development since independence, and we have been tackling challenges to ensure that everyone continues to enjoy a clean and green environment.
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Site visits to NUS-CFI facilities, research centres of excellence and innovation labs that offer first-hand experience to understand the extremities and changes in coastal processes affected by climate change.
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| Tour of TCOMS Deepwater Ocean Basin Facility |
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Note: The site visit is subject to weather conditions and any cancellations by the operator. In the event that the site visit is cancelled by us, a partial refund (after deducting handling fees) will be provided.
Getting to the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) Campus is quick and convenient via Singapore's well-connected transport system.
Alight at the Punggol Coast MRT station (NE18) along the North East Line (NEL).
Please use Exit 1 for direct access.
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Alight at Teck Lee LRT station (PW2), take Exit A and take a 15 mins walk under the sheltered walkways and through Campus Boulevard.
The Punggol Coast Bus Interchange, situated adjacent to the SIT Punggol Campus, is served by bus services 34 and 117 / 117M.
Alternatively, services 84W and 84G from the Punggol Bus Interchange also provide direct access to the campus.
As this is a car-lite district, limited parking lots are available at SIT Punggol Campus. Alternative parking is available at SAFRA Punggol.
For visitors arriving by taxi or private-hire vehicle, please alight at Block E6 / Ho Bee Auditorium.
The conference will be held at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), located directly above Punggol Coast MRT Station on the North-East Line (NEL). As SIT is situated in a newer development precinct, there are currently no hotels in the immediate vicinity. However, the direct MRT connection makes the venue easily accessible from most parts of Singapore.
Below are a few hotel options you may wish to consider:
Dorsett Singapore
Approximately 30 minutes by MRT, with a direct line from Outram Park MRT Station to Punggol Coast Station, making it a particularly convenient choice
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport
Approximately 20 minutes by taxi to SIT Punggol
Orchid Country Club
Approximately 20 minutes by taxi to SIT Punggol
More generally, any hotel along the North-East Line, such as those near Bugis, Dhoby Ghaut, or Clarke Quay, would offer a straightforward commute to the venue. Please note that accommodation is not provided by CFI Singapore. Attendees are responsible for arranging and booking their own accommodation.
SIT Punggol Campus is located in the north east part of Singapore, within the Punggol Digital District.
1 Punggol Coast Road
Singapore 828608
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LOC Chair
Prof Adrian Wing-Keung LAW, Executive Director, CFI Singapore
National University of Singapore
Secretariat
Assoc Prof Victor WANG, Singapore Institute of Technology (Co-Secretariat)
Members
Asst Prof Elisa ANG, Singapore Institute of Technology
Dr Ronald CHAN, A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing (A*STAR IHPC)
Asst Prof Yuguang FU, Nanyang Technological University
Asst Prof Xiaogang HE, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Gary Jiarui LEI, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Pearl Yuzhu LI, National University of Singapore
Assoc Prof Ying Ming LOW, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Saulo MENDES, Nanyang Technological University
Assoc Prof Xudong QIAN, National University of Singapore
Assoc Prof Xiaosheng QIN, Nanyang Technological University
Dr Yu WANG, A*STAR Institute of Infocomm Research (I2R)
Asst Prof Xunyuan YIN, Nanyang Technological University
Honorary Chair
Prof Pengzhi LIN, Sichuan University
LOC Chair
Prof Adrian Wing-Keung LAW, Executive Director, CFI Singapore
National University of Singapore
Secretariat
Prof Hang WANG, Sichuan University (Co-Secretariat)
Assoc Prof Victor WANG, Singapore Institute of Technology (Co-Secretariat)
Members
Asst Prof Elisa ANG, Singapore Institute of Technology
Dr Ronald CHAN, A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing (A*STAR IHPC)
Dr Jun CHENG, A*STAR Institute of Infocomm Research (I2R)
Asst Prof Xiaogang HE, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Gary Jiarui LEI, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Pearl Yuzhu LI, National University of Singapore
Dr Kian Yew LIM, Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine, Singapore (TCOMS)
Assoc Prof Ying Ming LOW, National University of Singapore
Asst Prof Saulo MENDES, Nanyang Technological University
Assoc Prof Xiaosheng QIN, Nanyang Technological University
Dr Yu WANG, A*STAR Institute of Infocomm Research (I2R)
Asst Prof Xunyuan YIN, Nanyang Technological University
Chair
Chao LIU, Sichuan University
Members
Reza AHMADIAN, Cardiff University
Chun Kiat CHANG, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hubert CHANSON, The University of Queensland
Sung-Uk CHOI, Yonsei University
Peng CUI, Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment, China Academy of Science
Zhengzhi DENG, Zhejiang University
Huan-Feng DUAN, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Nils GOSEBERG, TU Braunschweig
Mingfu GUAN, University of Hong Kong
Hao-Che HO, National Taiwan University
Wenxin HUAI, Wuhan University
Mingtao JIANG, Shanghai University
Samuel LI, Concordia University
Qiuhua LIANG, Loughborough University
Chao LIU, Sichuan University
Philip LIU, Cornell University
Hua LIU, Shanghai Jiaotong University
Sannasi SANNASIRAJ, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
Dongdong SHAO, Beijing Normal University
Intan SUPRABA, Universitas Gadjah Mada
Hitoshi TANAKA, Tohuku University
Davide WUTHRICH, TU Delft
Zhonghua YANG, Wuhan University
Yujun YI, Beijing Normal University
Jianmin ZHANG, Sichuan University
Jisheng ZHANG, Hohai University
Wenming ZHANG, University of Alberta
Yonghui ZHU, Changjiang River Scientific Research Institute
Members
Hubert CHANSON, University of Queensland
Sung-Uk CHOI, Yonsei University
Huan-Feng DUAN, Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Adrian Wing-Kueng LAW, National University of Singapore
Samuel LI, Concordia University
Zhe LI, CIGIT CAS
Pengzhi LIN, Sichuan University
Nobuhito MORI, Kyoto University
Ioan NISTOR, University of Ottawa
Hang WANG, Sichuan University
Davide WUTHRICH, Delft University of Technology (TUDELFT)
Wenming ZHANG, University of Alberta
LOC Chair
Prof Adrian Wing-Keung LAW, Executive Director, CFI Singapore
National University of Singapore
Secretariat
Asst Prof Pearl Yuzhu LI, Department of Civil and Environment Engineering,
National University of Singapore
Members
Chao AN, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
LinLin LI, Sun Yat-sen University
Philip L.-F LIU, Texas A&M University
Haijiang LIU, Zhejiang University
Nobuhito MORI, Kyoto University
Kenji SATAKE, National Central University
Anawat SUPPASRI, Tohoku University
Costats SYNOLAKIS, University of Southern California
Xiaoming WANG, Tsinghua University
Tso-ren WU, National Central University
