Shanyong Wang has made exceptional contributions to the field of rock fracture in both computational and physical modelling. He also develops an innovative, cost-effective and environmentally friendly technique of dynamic compaction grouting, and an efficient soil nailing system for soil improvement. Shanyong Wang’s geotechnical engineering research provides civil engineers with valuable information about how the earth impacts and interacts with buildings and infrastructure. It then goes a step further, contributing to practical engineering solutions.