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Yi-Sheng Mao
Pages 190-193

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... Elected as a foreign associate of the National Academy of Engineering in 1982, Dr. Mao was recognized for his distinguished leadership in the development of China's transportation system, his significant accomplishments as a bridge designer, and his guiding role in engineering education.
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From page 192...
... Simultaneouslywith his educational activities, Dr. Mao held a series of other positions, including director of bridge engineering for Zhejiang Province, director of the bridge designing and engineering division of the Ministry of Communications, and general manager of the China Bridge Engineering Company.
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... Dr. Mao's numerous awards included a senior membership in the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering, honorary membership in the Canadian Society of Civil Engineers, and outstanding alumnus awards from Cornell University and Carnegie Mellon University.
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