Prof. Dr. Chia-Cheng Tsai | Advanced Computing | Taiwan
Professor Chia-Cheng Tsai is a distinguished academic in ocean engineering, currently serving as Chair and Professor of the Bachelor Degree Program in Ocean Engineering and Technology at National Taiwan Ocean University. With dual Ph.D. and B.S. degrees from National Taiwan University, his academic journey has been marked by excellence in both education and research. His expertise spans computational fluid dynamics, marine hydrodynamics, wave mechanics, and meshless numerical methods. Over the years, he has held prestigious positions across Taiwanese institutions and collaborated internationally. Widely published in high-impact journals, Prof. Tsai is also a sought-after editorial board member and guest editor in his field. He has received numerous accolades, including best paper awards, distinguished young investigator recognition, and various research honors, affirming his leadership in marine and environmental engineering research.
Author Profiles
Education
Professor Chia-Cheng Tsai earned his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan University (NTU). He continued at NTU to complete his Ph.D. in Hydraulics in the Department of Civil Engineering. His doctoral dissertation, titled “Meshless Numerical Methods and their Engineering Applications,” laid the foundation for his future research in advanced numerical modeling and engineering simulations. His academic background has enabled him to integrate principles from civil engineering, applied mathematics, and computational fluid dynamics into ocean and marine engineering contexts. The strong foundation in mathematics and engineering science gained during his education continues to underpin his innovative research in fluid-structure interaction, hydrodynamics, and wave mechanics.
Professional Experience
Professor Tsai currently holds the position of Chair and Professor in the Ocean Engineering program at National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU). He also served as Director of the Center of Excellence for Ocean Engineering at NTOU from 2021 to 2024. Prior to that, he worked at National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, rising from Assistant to Full Professor from 2008 to 2021. He also chaired the Department of Environmental Engineering at National Kaohsiung Marine University. Earlier, he held appointments at Toko University and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at NTU’s Institute of Hydraulic Engineering. His international recognition includes a tenure-track offer from Montan University in Austria. His multidisciplinary experience reflects a strong commitment to education, research, and leadership in marine and environmental engineering.
Awards and Honors
Professor Tsai has been honored as a Distinguished Professor since 2022 and has earned numerous accolades throughout his career. He was the recipient of the MOST Distinguished Young Investigator Award, multiple NSTC/MOST research awards, and Ministry of Education (MOE) research honors. He received the Best Paper Award from the Journal of Mechanics, and his articles were ranked among the Top 25 Hottest and Most Downloaded in Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements. He has served as Guest Editor and Editorial Board Member for high-impact SCI journals. He was also recognized as a Visiting Professor at Griffith University and an Adjoint Professor at National Sun Yat-sen University. His consistent academic excellence has been widely acknowledged both nationally and internationally.
Research Focus
Professor Tsai’s research centers on computational fluid dynamics, wave–structure interactions, marine hydrodynamics, and meshless numerical methods. His work often involves the mathematical modeling of water wave phenomena, interaction with porous and flexible structures, and wave energy conversion technologies like oscillating water columns (OWCs). He has developed innovative meshfree simulation techniques to study wave scattering, coastal protection, and seabed-fluid interaction. His research applies to real-world ocean engineering challenges such as oil spill modeling, offshore wind turbine stability, and marine renewable energy extraction. With over 40 SCI-indexed publications in just the last few years, he has significantly contributed to the advancement of analytical and numerical techniques in marine and coastal engineering fields.
Notable Publication
Wave scattering by a coaxial pair of surface-piercing porous cylinder and bottomless thick annular cylinder
- Authors: Sunanda Saha, Koushik Kanti Barman, S. N. Bora, Chia-Cheng Tsai
Journal: Physics of Fluids
Year: 2025
Surface and Interfacial Wave Propagation over an Undulating Bottom in a Stratified Fluid with a Moored Porous-Flexible Barrier
- Authors: I. M. Prasad, N. M. Prasad, R. M. Prasad, Chia-Cheng Tsai, Tai-Wen Hsu, H. Behera
Journal: Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Year: 2025
Wave scattering by an infinite trench in the presence of bottom-mounted inverted Π-shaped or floating Π-shaped structure
- Authors: Biman Sarkar, Soumen De, Chia-Cheng Tsai, Tai-Wen Hsu
Journal: Physics of Fluids
Year: 2025
Flexural–gravity wave interaction with dual inverse Π-type breakwaters
- Authors: Biman Sarkar, Priya Sharma, Soumen De, Chia-Cheng Tsai, Tai-Wen Hsu
Journal: Ships and Offshore Structures
Year: 2025
Gravity wave interaction with compressive VLFS in the presence of thick porous bed
- Authors: Saniya Suhail, Koushik Kanti Barman, Sunanda Saha, Chia-Cheng Tsai
Journal: European Journal of Mechanics – B/Fluids
Year: 2025
Conclusion
Professor Chia-Cheng Tsai is a leading figure in marine and ocean engineering, known for bridging theory and application through pioneering numerical methods. With an outstanding academic, research, and leadership portfolio, he continues to influence global developments in wave mechanics and fluid dynamics. His dedication to innovation and collaboration reinforces Taiwan’s and Asia’s leadership in marine engineering. Through his academic guidance and impactful research, Prof. Tsai is shaping the next generation of engineers and contributing meaningfully to sustainable ocean technology.