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2016 SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY SEMINARS (SETS) 二零一六年年會暨科學工程技術研討會

休士頓華美

會計師協會

Saturday, June 18, 2016

Sugar Land Marriott Hotel16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, Texas

Program

The Association of Chinese American Professionals

2016Annual Conference and

Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS)

Theme:Energy, Environmental, Nano Technology, Biomedical, Offshore Technology

Downstream, Health, Financial Management and Retirement Planning會議主題:

能源、環境保護、奈米科技、生物醫學、海洋科技、煉油與石化科技、健康、財務管理與退休規劃

二零一六年年會暨科學工程技術研討會

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Table of Contents Page

A Welcome Message from the President of ACAP ............................................................................................ 1

Proclamation – Greg Abbott, Texas Governor.................................................................................................... 2

Proclamation – Ted Cruz, United States Senator .............................................................................................. 3

Proclamation – Sylvester Turner, City of Houston Mayor ............................................................................ 4

Program-at-a-Glance ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

Conference Center Floor Plan ................................................................................................................................... 6

Conference Program Schedule, Morning Sessions ........................................................................................... 7

Conference Program Schedule, Afternoon Sessions .................................................................................... 10

Honorable Guest - Mr. Louis M. Huang (黃敏境處長) ................................................................................. 14

Keynote Speaker - Dr. Mien-Chie Hung (洪明奇博士) ................................................................................ 15

Distinguished Achievement Award - Dr. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen (陳振國博士) ................................... 16

Outstanding Service Award - Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu (胡先葳博士) ............................................................. 17

Morning Concurrent Session Information ........................................................................................................ 18

Afternoon Concurrent Session Information .................................................................................................... 31

Acknowledgement ...................................................................................................................................................... 43

ACAP Officers and Staff, ACAP Board of Directors, ACAP Control Councilors and

ACAP Advisors ........................................................................................................................................................ 44

SETS Conference Committee, SETS Collaborating Organizations & Presidents and

SETS Conference Session Chairs ..................................................................................................................... 45

The Association of Chinese American Professionals - Fact Sheet .......................................................... 46

ACAP Membership Application Form ................................................................................................................. 47

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A Welcome Message from the President of ACAP Dr. Hsin-Hui Grace Lin (林欣慧博士)

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the 38th annual Science, Engineering and Technology Seminar (SETS, 科學工程技術研討會).

The Association of Chinese American Professionals (ACAP, 美南國建

協進會) has hosted SETS every year since the organization’s

inception in 1978. We are proud to continue our tradition today with another set of exciting programs that we are sure you will enjoy. We can also proudly say that this is still the Chinese community’s largest Science & Technology conference in the southern region of the USA.

This year SETS includes energy, environmental protection, Nano and composite technology, biomedical science, off-shore technology, downstream, financial management, health and

retirement planning sessions. Our keynote speaker, Dr. Mien-Chie Hung (洪明奇教授) will

discuss “New Hope for Cancer Treatment,” which you will find be very informative. We have one new collaborating organization: Joint Chinese College Alumni Association (JCCAA, 美南中

國大專院校聯合校友). We are excited about working with this organization to further

diversify SETS contents. This is the 5th year of the student research poster contest, a very worthy event for the students to present their work to a panel of judges. To better enhance students’ skills in research, we scheduled a conference room for the finalists to give oral presentations. In addition, I would like to congratulate two outstanding gentlemen; Dr. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen (陳振國), recipient of the distinguish achievement award and Dr. Shian-Uei

Hwu (胡先葳), recipient of the outstanding service award.

It’s been a busy and exciting year for ACAP so far. On March 12, 2016, ACAP hosted a very successful Taiwanese Students and Young Professionals Network Luncheon, providing career consultation and professional development advice to the younger generation. On May 6, 2016, ACAP hosted the 16th year Diversity Summit (多元化高峰會議) which drew more than 300

participants to address “Embracing Change through Inclusive Leadership.” The Diversity summit was an inclusive forum that attracted and connected participants of all backgrounds and offered a full day of speakers, seminars and networking for employers and professionals seeking to maximize their effectiveness in diverse environments. It has been an honor serving as the 2016 president of ACAP. On behalf of the ACAP, I would like to thank our volunteers, sponsors and partners for their dedication and support. We are sincerely grateful to all of you for your continual support to ACAP and our events. We are delighted that you are here and hope you will find today’s conference informative and enriching. We have been looking forward to this day with great anticipation. So let’s get started. Enjoy the day!

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Proclamation – Greg Abbott, Texas Governor

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Proclamation – Ted Cruz, United States Senator

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Proclamation – Sylvester Turner, City of Houston Mayor

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2016 Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS)

Program-at-a–Glance

Time Event Room

7:30am – 9:00am

Speakers and Chairs Breakfast Sugar Land Ballroom VI

8:00am – 3:00pm

Conference Registration Ballroom

Foyer

9:00am – 11:50am

Energy Session (能源討論會)

美國華人石油協會協辦 Sugar Land

Ballroom VII

9:00am – 11:50am

Environmental Protection (環境保護討論會) Sugar Land

Ballroom VIII

9:00am – 11:50am

Nano & Composite Technology (奈米及複合科技) Sugar Land Ballroom IX

9:00am – 11:50am

CPA – Financial Management (專業會計師 – 財務管理)

休士頓華美會計師協會協辦 Magnolia

I - III

8:30am – 11:50am

Student Research Poster Contest and Presentation (學生研究壁報比赛)

駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處教育組協辦

FOXCONN and Lovett Homes Scholarship Program

Ballroom Foyer and

Sugar Land Ballroom X

12:00pm – 2:15pm

Luncheon and Keynote Address (午餐及專題演講)

MC: Dr. Albert Ku, P.E. (顧寶鼎博士), Conference Chair

Welcome: Dr. Hsin-Hui Lin (林欣慧博士), ACAP President

Honorable Guest: Mr. Louis Huang (黃敏境處長), Direct General,

Taipei Economic & Culture Office in Houston Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mien-Chie Hung (洪明奇博士), Vice

President for Basic Research and Department Chair, The UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

Awards Ceremony

Sugar Land Ballroom VI

2:30pm – 5:30pm

Biomedical Session (生物醫學)

德州台灣生物科技協會協辦 Sugar Land

Ballroom VII

2:30pm – 5:30pm

Offshore Technology Symposium (海洋科技) Sugar Land

Ballroom VIII

2:30pm – 5:30pm

Downstream Technology Symposium (煉油與石化科技) Sugar Land Ballroom IX

2:30pm – 5:30pm

Health Session (健康講座) Magnolia

I – III

2:30pm – 5:30pm

Retirement Planning Session (退休規劃講座)

美南中國大專院校聯合校友會協辦 Sugar Land Ballroom X

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Conference Center Floor Plan

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2016 Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS) Sugar Land Marriott Town Square


Conference Program Schedule Morning Sessions

7:30am

| 9:00am

Speakers and Chairs Breakfast (Sugar Land Ballroom VI)

8:00am |

3:00pm

Conference Registration (Ballroom Foyer)

9:00am |

11:50am

Energy Session (能源討論會)

Sugar Land

Ballroom VII

Energy Session

美國華人石油協會協辦

Co-Chairs: Dr. Mark Chang, Dr. Chia-Hao Ko and Dr. Po-Ching Tai

主持人：張世曉博士,葛家豪博士, 戴柏青博士

Speaker: Mr. Hsiung-Mao (Amos) Chen (陳雄茂),

President of Opicoil America, Inc. Topic: Overseas Investments and Strategies of CPC

(台灣中油海外探勘佈局與發展)

Speaker: Dr. Tai-Chang Shih (史大昌),

Independent E&P Consultant Topic: Is the Current Low O&G Price Period a Good

Time to Invest in E&P?

Speaker: Dr. Chang Wang (汪昌) PE, Retired

from Chevron Corporation Topic: Review and Outlook for the Petroleum

Energy Crises (石油能源危機的回顧與展望)

Speaker: Mr. Joe Hwang (黃瀛洲), President of

Excellong Inc. Topic: To Survive and Thrive during the Changing

Time (衝破混沌應變致勝)

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9:00am |

11:50am

Environmental Protection

(環境保護討論會)

Sugar Land

Ballroom VIII

Environmental Protection

Chair: Mr. Edward T. Chen, President of Chinese American Society of Environmental Protection & Safety, Houston, Texas

主持人：陳天生

Speaker: Dr. Chi-Chung Chang, Principal Program Manager, AECOM/URS Corp., Houston, Texas

Topic: Environmental Impact of Global Weather Changes - A Case Study of Wildlife in Central Texas

Speaker: Mr. Edward T. Chen, President of CASEPS, Houston, Texas

Topic: Construction and Demolition Waste Management - A sustainable recycling program in Houston

Speaker: Mr. Michael Liu, President of P&G Corp., Houston, Texas

Topic: Bioponics Application in the Food Waste

Speaker: Dr. Cheng-Mao Tseng, Secretary General, Social Empowerment Alliance (SEA), Taiwan, ROC and Dr. Ying-Jen Chou, President of Greenland Environmental Sustainability, Taiwan, ROC

Topic: Activation of Landfill Land in Taiwan

Speaker: Mr. Vance Nobe, CEO of Akari Energy, Houston, Texas

Topic: The Case of Solar: The Growth of Solar Power

Speaker: Mr. Kuo-Hsun Tsai, University of Southern California

Topic: Application of Surfactant Enhanced Aquifer Remediation (SEAR) for the removal of NAPLs

Speaker: Mr. Alexander Liu, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

Topic: The New Ozone Standard and Human Health Impacts

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9:00am |

11:50am

Nano & Composite Technology

(奈米及複合科技)

Sugar Land

Ballroom IX

Nano & Composite Technology

Co-Chairs: Dr. Howard Paul and Dr. Guoqiang Li

主持人：浦浩德博士, 李國強博士

Speaker: Dr. Lu Lu (盧璐), Postdoctoral research

associate, Louisiana State University Topic: Preparation of nanopatterned and thermo-

responsive polypeptoids and the characterization using atomic force microscopy

Speaker: Mr. Jian Pan (潘建), Visiting Ph.D.

student, Louisiana State University Topic: The Propagation and Interaction of Shock

Wave in Cylindrical charge with a Wave-shaper

Speaker: Dr. Ying Gao (高英), Visiting Associate

Professor, Louisiana State University Topic: Intelligent Compaction of Asphalt Pavement

Speaker: Dr. Guoqiang Li (李國強), Professor,

Louisiana State University Topic: Polymeric Artificial Muscles

9:00am |

11:50am

CPA – Financial

Management (專業會計師 –

財務管理)

Magnolia I-III

CPA-Financial Management

休士頓華美會計師協會協辦

Chair：Ms. Susan Chen, CPA

主持人: 辜淑芬會計師

Speaker: Mr. Herbert Kalman, CPA Topic: Strategic tax plan for Middle and Higher

Income Taxpayer

Speaker: Ms. Vicki Byrd, CFP Topic: 10 Investing Essentials to Help Take

Ownership of Your Financial Future

8:30am |

11:50am

Student Research Poster Contest and

Presentation (學生研究

壁報比赛)

Ballroom Foyer and

Sugar Land

Ballroom X

Student Research Poster Contest

駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處教育組協辦

Chair: Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu, NASA/Barrios Technology

Judge Panel: Ms. Yen-Wen Yang, Continental Carbon Company

主持人: 胡先葳博士; Judge Panel: 楊琰文小姐

Sponsored by: FOXCONN and Lovett Homes Scholarship Program

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2016 Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS) Sugar Land Marriott Town Square


Conference Program Schedule Afternoon Sessions

12:00pm |

2:15pm

Luncheon and Keynote Address (午餐及專題演講 )

Sugar Land Ballroom VI

Master of Ceremonies: Dr. Albert Ku, P.E. (顧寶鼎博士), ACAP President-Elect

Welcome: Dr. Hsin-Hui Lin (林欣慧博士), ACAP President

Honorable Guest: Mr. Louis Huang (黃敏境處長), Director General, Taipei

Economic & Culture Office in Houston

Proclamation Presentations

Lunch

Keynote Address

Speaker: Dr. Mien-Chie Hung (洪明奇教授), Vice President for Basic

Research and Department Chair, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas Topic: New Hope for the Cancer Treatment

Award Presentations: Chair – Dr. C.C. Wang (王家驄博士)

Distinguished Achievement Award: Dr. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen (陳振國博士)

Outstanding Service Award: Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu (胡先葳博士)

Student Research Poster Contest Winners Award Presentation:

Chair – Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu(胡先葳博士)

Judge Panel – Ms. Yen-Wen Yang(楊琰文小姐)

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2:30pm |

5:30pm

Biomedical Session (生物醫學)

Sugar Land

Ballroom VII

Biomedical Session

德州台灣生物科技協會協辦

Chair: Ms. Min-Shan Chen, Ph.D. candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

主持人：陳民珊

Speaker: Dr. Steven Mo (莫升元博士), Director

of Strategy & Technology Solutions, UnitedHealth Group

Topic: How to improve one's career competitive advantages in tomorrow's U.S. healthcare industry? (如何在明日的美國健康醫療產

業提高自我的職場競爭力?)

2:30pm |

5:30pm

Offshore Technology Symposium (海洋科技)

Sugar Land

Ballroom VIII

Offshore Technology Symposium

Chair: Mr. Warren Kuo, Subsea Structural & Engineering Project Manager, McDermott International Inc.

主持人: 郭原宏

Speaker: Dr. Bo-Siou Wei (魏伯修博士) PE,

Senior Subsea Engineer, McDermott International Inc. Topic: Offshore Pipeline Installation

Speaker: Ms. Wan-Yi Wei (魏宛儀), Research

Assistant, Texas A&M University Topic: Ship Hydrodynamic and Structural

Analysis - Software Applications and Lab

Speaker: Dr. Yu-Hsuan Huang (黃于軒博士) PE,

Senior Engineer, Wood Group Kenny Topic: Offshore Pipeline Design and Engineering

Speaker: Mr. Warren Kuo (郭原宏) PE, MBA,

EPM, McDermott International Inc. Topic: Pipeline End Termination and Manifold

Engineering

Speaker: Dr. Yen-Tun Peng (彭彥惇博士),

Senior Subsea Engineer, Technip USA Inc.

Topic: Introduction of Subsea Jumper Design and Analysis

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2:30pm |

5:30pm

Downstream Technology Symposium

(煉油與石化科技)

Sugar Land

Ballroom IX

Downstream Technology Symposium

Co-Chairs: Dr. C. C. Wang and Dr. Billy Liu 主持人: 王家驄博士, 劉耀華博士

A. Environmental and Process Safety

Speaker: Mr. George Hu and Dr. Eliza Tsui, Technip USA Inc.

Topic: Meeting Environmental Challenges in Modern LNG Plant Design

Speaker: Ms. Linda Young, Consultant (former Shell process safety expert)

Topic: A framework for management of process safety

B. Open Forum: "Where the US Chemical Process Industry Is Going in Current Low Oil Price Environment?"

Panelists: Mr. Joseph Chiu (GTC Technology), Dr. Frank Chou (Yu-Huang Chemical), Dr. Tom Tsai (Dow) and Dr. Juurong Hsieh (ConocoPhillips)

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2:30pm |

5:30pm

Health Session (健康講座)

Magnolia I-III

Health Session

Co-Chairs: Karl K. Chen, M.D., Ph.D. and Grace L. Chen, Ph.D., R.N.

主持人: 陳康元醫師, 陳王琳博士

Theme: Healthy Living Strategies for Asians in North America

主題: 北美亞裔健康需知

Speaker: Dr. Edward K. Chan M.D.

(陳啟華醫師), Ophthalmologist

Topic: Common Eye Diseases after Age 40 (年齡 40 後常見的眼疾)

Speaker: Dr. Sherman Tang M.D. (唐衍賢醫師),

Fellow of American College of Cardiology, FSAI

Topic: Innovations in Modern Cardiology (現代心臟血管疾病診斷及治療的介紹)

Speaker: Dr. Karl K. Chen M.D. and Ph.D. (陳康元醫師)

Topic: What You Need to Know about Sugars on Health and Cancer (醣類與健康和癌症的正確觀念)

2:30pm |

5:30pm

Retirement Planning Session

(退休規劃講座)

Sugar Land

Ballroom X

Retirement Planning Session

美南中國大專院校聯合校友會協辦

Chair: Dr. Bessy Wang 主持人: 范增璞博士

Speaker: Ms. Kathy Cheng, Attorneys, Counselors and Mediators at Law

Topic: Basic Estate Planning Review (財產規劃概論)

Speaker: Mr. Andrew Hardwick, Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration

Topic: Social Security Benefits (美國社安制度面面觀)

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Honorable Guest

Mr. Louis M. Huang (黃敏境處長)

Director General of Taipei Economic and Culture Office in Houston 駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處

Education: MPA, Idaho State University, USA, 1991 Work Experience Director-General

Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston, August 2014-present

Deputy Director-General Department of European Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ROC (Taiwan), November 2013-August 2014

Deputy Secretary-General Coordination Council for North American Affairs (Headquarters for Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US), ROC (Taiwan), January 2012-November 2013

Assistant Director-General Department of European Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ROC (Taiwan), August 2009-January 2012

Director Taipei Representative Office in the United Kingdom, London, January 2003-July 2009

Section Chief Department of European Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ROC (Taiwan), 2000-2003

Senior Assistant Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US, Washington DC, 1993-2000

Desk Officer Coordination Council for North American Affairs; Department of North American Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ROC (Taiwan), 1990-1993

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Keynote Speaker

Dr. Mien-Chie Hung (洪明奇博士)

Vice President for Basic Research and Department Chair University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Mien-Chie Hung, Ph.D. is the Vice President for Basic Research, the Ruth Leggett Jones Distinguished Chair, Distinguished Teaching Professor, and Professor and Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Since he became an independent researcher in 1986, his laboratory has been well funded by extramural funding agencies including NIH and DOD. Dr. Hung is internationally recognized for his work on signaling transduction pathways of tyrosine kinase growth factor receptors, such as epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and HER-

2/neu, and molecular mechanisms of oncogenes, including transformation and tumorigenesis. His recent discoveries of novel markers to predict resistance to targeted therapies are of great clinical importance (Liao HW et al., Journal of Clinical Investigation 2015 and Du Y et al., Nature Medicine 2016). Furthermore, Dr. Hung’s work in unraveling novel signaling transduction of membrane receptor tyrosine kinases in cancer cells generated a paradigm shift on receptor biology. As a basic scientist with a translational vision, his scholarship has significantly contributed to understanding the biology of cancer and the development of new targeted cancer therapies. Dr. Hung was inducted as an Academician of the Academia Sinica in Taiwan (2002) and a Member of the University of Texas Academy of Health Science Education (2006). In addition, he is a Member of the Scientific Advisory Council for Susan G. Komen and Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2010), as well as recipient of the Presidential Award of Society of Chinese Bioscientists in America and The University of Texas MDACC LeMaistre Outstanding Achievement Award (2011).

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Distinguished Achievement Award

Dr. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen (陳振國博士)

Vice Chairman Hon-Hai/Foxconn Technology Group

Jacob Chen, Ph.D. is the Vice Chairman of Hon Hai/Foxconn (鴻海/

富士康) Technology Group and the Chairman of Flnet International

E-Commerce (富連網) with other responsibilities as the General

Manager of Tablet Business Group and Corporate Industrial Engineering Division, President of the Foxconn University (Corporate University of Foxconn) and Chief HR/Security Officer. He grew up in Taiwan and taught at the Taichung County Sin-Zong Junior High School (臺中縣立新綜國中) and Shi-Nan Junior High

School (臺中縣立溪南國中) after receiving his B.S. degree in Biology

from the National Taiwan Normal University (臺灣師範大學). He received his M.S. degree in

Industrial Management from the Central Missouri State University and his Ph.D. degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. He accepted a faculty position at the Department of Industrial Engineering, the University of Houston in 1986 and served as department chairman for few years before taking the Deanship of the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Texas – Pan American in 1998. He joined with Hon Hai in 2001 as the Special Assistant to Chairman and served as the Chief Controller and Chief Staff during his early career stage in Hon Hai. Dr. Chen has published more than 120 referred articles and supervised 22 Ph.D. and 33 M.S. students during his academic career. For professional service, Dr. Chen served as the President of the International Society of Industrial Ergonomics and Occupation Safety, the President of the Association of Chinese American Professionals (美南國建會), and the

President of Houston Chapter – the Institute of Industrial Engineering (IIE). He received the 2006 IIE Excellence in Productivity Improvement Award and is the Fellow of the IIE and the World Academy of Productivity Science. Currently, Dr. Chen is the adjunct professor of Tsing Hua University (清華大學), Huazhong University of Science and Technology (華中科技大學),

Tian-Jin University (天津大學) and Chong-Qing University (重慶大學). He supervised three

Ph.D. students since 2013. Indeed, Dr. Chen takes a new initiative to work with leading universities and colleges establishing degree programs in the Foxconn University since 2001. Foxconn employees could continue their study toward Associate, B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. Degrees. More than 25,000 Foxconn employees have completed their study and received their degrees and still have more than 15,000 in study.

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Outstanding Service Award

Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu (胡先葳博士)

Senior Engineering Specialist NASA Johnson Space Center

Shian-Uei Hwu, Ph.D. works for Space Shuttle, Space Station, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and other NASA spacecraft communications and tracking systems at the NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas. He received his BS, MS and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from National Taipei University of Technology, University of Mississippi, and University of Houston respectively. He authored over 60 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astro-nautics) technical papers on the Spacecraft Communications and

Tracking Systems design and analysis. He received the Lockheed Martin President’s Technical Excellence Award and NASA Johnson Space Center Silver Snoopy Award. He is a lifetime member of ACAP (美南國建會) and a senior member of IEEE and AIAA. He is

the session chair of the Student Research Poster Contest of the ACAP Annual Conference and Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS) from 2013 to 2016, the co-chair of the IEEE Communication Society Chapter at the Galveston Section from 2014 to 2015. He was a board member of the ACAP from 2012 to 2015.

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Morning Concurrent Session Information

Speaker: Mr. Hsiung Mao (Amos) Chen (陳雄茂), President of Opicoil America, Inc.

Topic: Overseas Investments and Strategies of CPC Abstract. Chinese Petroleum Corporation (CPC) is a state-owned national oil company of Taiwan. CPC has been engaged in the oil, gas and petrochemical industry since 1946. The total operating revenues in 2014 exceed NT$ 1,191.8 billion and there are over 14,908 employees worldwide. CPC's exploration activities in foreign countries are often conducted in the name of Overseas Petroleum and Investment Corporation (OPIC). Opicoil America Inc. (OAI) is a subsidiary company of OPIC. OAI is a US company incorporated in the state of Nevada on May 2, 1989. OAI is domestically involved in exploration for oil and gas in Texas, Louisiana and Colorado through participation in several joint ventures, and it also participates in the real estate business. From 2006 to present, OAI has acquired 38 prospects, drilled 55 wells. OAI owns 14 prospects in USA currently. It may be tough for some oil companies, but it is a right time for E&P investments during this low oil price period. We are continually looking for oil and gas joint venture opportunities, mainly in Indonesia, Australia, the Gulf of Mexico, North America and other major international areas. CPC’s overseas E&P strategies focus on the acceleration of M&A on oil and gas assets, the increase of high potential farm-in prospects, and the extension of our production contracts. Looking to the future, CPC will seek to leverage its situation in overseas exploration and production by optimizing the value of its existing overseas oil and gas assets and establishing core areas with high rates of growth.

About the Speaker. Education: Master of Geophysics, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan (1977) Master of Petroleum Geology, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK (1993) EMBA, National Chiao-Tung University, Hsinchu, Taiwan (2010) Working Experience: 1979~1996 Geophysical researcher, Exploration & Development Research Institute,

CPC 1996~2003 Manager of R&D Department, Division of Planning, CPC 2003~2011 Director of Planning Office, Exploration and Production Business

Division, CPC

9:00 a.m. - Energy Session (能源討論會)

11:50 a.m. 美國華人石油協會協辦, Chinese American Petroleum Association

Co-chairs: Dr. Mark Chang (張世曉博士), Technip USA Inc.

Dr. Chia-Hao Ko (葛家豪博士), ExxonMobil

Dr. Po-Ching Tai (戴柏青博士), ExxonMobil

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2011~2013 Supervisor, Office of President, CPC 2013~Present President, Opicoil America, Inc.

Speaker: Dr. Tai-chang Shih (史大昌博士), Independent E&P Consultant

Topic: Is the Current Low O&G Price Period a Good Time to Invest in E&P?

Abstract. The current greatly depressed oil and gas prices have resulted in continuing cut-backs in the industry’s upstream-related CAPEX and layoff of thousands of E&P personnel. On the other hand, low natural gas price has inspired investment in the downstream sectors. We’ll first take a non-technical, simplistic review of the most recent oil and gas price fluctuation and ask the question, with particular reference to a domestic scenario: Is this a good time to invest in E&P? A combination of various socioeconomic, political, and psychological elements were suggested to contribute to the last rise of oil prices, whereas slightly differing elements might be ascribed for the near-catastrophic fall that we have seen. One of the reasons for the low oil price was the deliberation action to impair the US shale play, and this has also exposed a few weaknesses and misconception on the shale plays. With the very low oil and gas prices we are starting to see more and more corporate defaults and bankruptcy filings. A number of oil companies are selling off their assets at fire-sale rates, but are these good deals? A quick answer is “Yes, No, and Maybe”. The primary key appears to be the future outlook on petroleum pricing. Less obvious are the distinct rules and regulations associated and obligations involved with domestic US onshore E&P ventures, where the majority of mineral rights are privately owned, which complicates the flexibility for companies and investors, and could ultimately determine if we are looking at a good deal.

About the Speaker. Dr. Tai-chang Shih is an E&P consultant since 2002. He was born in China, grew up in Hong Kong, and attended National Taiwan University, where he received a B.S. (Geology). He began graduate training at Columbia University’s Lamont-Doherty; and moved with his advisor to the University of Texas at Austin, where he received a PhD (Marine Geology and Geophysics). Tai's 24-year career at Texaco began in 1978, and involved conducting seismic interpretation research and training, technical services, as well as domestic and international exploration and development projects. He led Texaco's seismic and sequence stratigraphy teams, and was involved in many Texaco's China exploration and development projects (including managing the Tarim Basin project, and coordinating the G&G for QHD 32-6 development). Since 2002, he has been consulting for various domestic and international projects (including Hungary, Namibia, China, Taiwan, and US onshore and offshore). Tai was a member of the Texaco FED's Senior Team, Corporate Diversity Council, a trained facilitator, a Qualified Reserve Estimator, and a college recruiter. He has conducted many technical, business and intercultural skills workshops, while at Texaco as well as for various clients. He is a member of AAPG since 1972. Tai-chang served as the 2014 President of the Chinese American Petroleum Association (CAPA), the 2015 CAPA BOD Vice Chairman, and is the 2016 CAPA BOD Chairman.

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Speaker: Dr. Chang Wang (汪昌博士) PE, Retired from Chevron Company

Topic: Review and Outlook for the Petroleum Energy Crises (石油能源危機的回顧與展望)

Abstract. 自 2014 年秋天國際石油市場上的價格開始很快的下跌，一直持續到現在。雖然最近有跡象顯示國際油價開始上升，但是要回到石油輸出國(OPEC)所認為每桶100 美元的中間合理價格可能還需要一段時間。自上世紀七十年代初爆發自第二次世界大戰以來的第一次石油能源危機後，又經歷過數次的石油能源危機，而每次造成石油能源危機的原因和最終所造成的影響以及經歷的時間長短都不相同。我們以高層面的觀點來回顧造成過去能源危機的原因和影響以及分析自 2014 年秋國際石油價格開始下跌的原因和未來的展望。

About the Speaker. 汪昌博士是結構與基礎以及迴轉式繫泊 (Turret Mooring) 的主題專家 (Subject Matter Expert) 。曾是英國北海「Rosebank」FPSO 項目的迴轉式繫泊設計師工程師。這個項目位於北大西洋，海洋環境條件極端惡劣。是海洋工程的一大挑戰。他曾設計管理過在墨西哥灣 1,784 英尺水深處的搖擺式鑽井平台(Compliant Tower)，是世界最上深的固定式平台。他曾在世界各地參與過設計和建造海域石油和天然氣工程項目。他於 1975 年加入 Texaco。他獲得了 Lamar University 結構工程碩士學位和 Tulane University 土壤力學 / 基礎工程博士學位。他是美國工程師協會的成員，於 2016 年 3 月 1 日自 Chevron Oil Company 退休。

Speaker: Mr. Joe Hwang (黃瀛洲), President of Excellong Inc.

Topic: To Survive and Thrive during the Changing Time (衝破混沌應變致勝)

Abstract. Facing changing time is tough: such as reorganization, company merger, lay off, retirement, forming your own business, big financial loss and bankruptcy. Lessons Learned from Steve Jobs of Apple and David Sun of Kingston: (1) Passion, vision and perseverance (believe and never give up); (2) Form a good team: can make and sell; (3) Take advantage of the technologies and seize opportunities and (4) Initial success may lead to a failure and the failure may turn into a higher success. What I learned from the changing time: (1) Be prepared and alert; (2) Know myself and my company; (3) Build the emotional bank account by taking responsibility, sharing, supporting, networking; (4) Sharpen and broaden my skills; (5) Seek advices from mentor(s) and (6) Face the reality with positive attitude. Building a good network in your company, industry and society is not only important to your professional success and fulfillment but also crucial to you for finding a new job or forming a new business during the economic downtime.

About the Speaker. Joe Hwang is the president of Excellong Inc., an independent oil company, based in Sugar Land, Texas. He has been in the oil industry for 36 years with broad technical and managerial positions in diverse settings. He has worked in the United States, Europe, South America, Russia and Asia. He retired from ConocoPhillips in 2007 after 28 years of service and co-found Excellong Inc. As an independent oil man, Joe has hand-on experience in technical, contractual, finance and regulation of each phase of the oil operation. Joe attended National Central University in Taiwan (’74), graduate school of Texas A&M University (’79) and Stanford University Executive MBA Program (’98) respectively.

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Speaker: Dr. Chi-Chung Chang, Principal Program Manager at AECOM/URS Corporation Topic: Environmental Impact of Global Weather Changes - A Case Study of Wildlife in Central

Texas

Abstract. East and Central Texas are abundant with forests which provide rich environments and habitats for wildlife. Research has shown that major fires occurred within this habitat every 15 to 30 years and low intensity fires occurred more frequently. Over time these ecosystems developed adaptations to periodic fires and are now dependent upon fire to create the specific habitat structure or food source necessary for survival. As a result of the climate changes, variation of weather pattern may have contributed to increasing both the frequency and magnitude of draught, flooding events, sea level rising, and other disasters. After a few years of draught as the buildup of wild land fuel, serious wildfires occur frequently in the forests of East and Central Texas. These serious wildfire destroyed residential housing, public facilities, forest and habitat of wildlife. Therefore, the disaster mitigation needs to be focus on disaster protection planning and mitigation measure implementation in a local to regional scale. That is why it is important for any country to help to increase the environmental sustainability and resiliency by taking actions for climate impacts. These actions include local, regional and global solutions to this global challenge and drive progress through the non-engineering and engineering measures. A wildfire mitigation effort has been conducted at a critical facility located in the area that is very susceptible to wildfires, which also threaten homes, natural resources, and other critical infrastructure. Due to the existence of an endangered spice in the project area, the extensive effort is required for fire mitigation planning, engineering design and implementation. A lesson-learnt of this project is summarized for the presentation.

About the Speaker. Dr. Chang is a Principal for Program Management at AECOM/URS Corp. (URS) Houston Office. He has over 30 years of experience managing and conducting engineering, environmental, and planning projects for various state and federal agencies as well as industrial and municipal clients. His expertise includes flood mitigation, damage recovery assessment, and facility disaster prevention. He also provides technical consulting on remedial action design (biological, chemical and thermal enhancement), hydrological modeling, site assessment, chemical fate and transport analysis, multiphase flow analysis, risk assessment, wetland restoration, wetland mitigation, wetland delineation, and site closure to other AECOM/URS offices nationwide. Dr. Chang is a member of the Board of Directors to American Chinese Association of Professionals. He serves on the Committee of Water Resources Management Institute of American Society of Civil Engineers and has authored over 60 technical reports for agency submittal and published papers and books in the area of hazard mitigation, hydrological modeling, floodplain management, environmental

9:00 a.m. - Environmental Protection Session (環境保護討論會) 11:50 a.m. Chair: Edward T. Chen (陳天生), President, Chinese American Society of

Environmental Protection & Safety, Houston, Texas

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remediation design, fate and transport application, multiphase flow modeling, and wetland restoration. In addition to consulting and project management, Dr. Chang has demonstrated his strong commitment as an educator in higher education and as a mentor in teaching and training young professionals in the area of engineering and construction management. He has taught Construction Management classes at the University of Houston and graduate studies on hazard mitigation and flood management for the National Cheng Kung University, National Kaohsiung Marine University and Water Resources Agency as well as on environmental remediation and management for the EPA of Republic of China in Taiwan.

Speaker: Mr. Edward T. Chen, President of Chinese American Society of Environmental

Protection & Safety (CASEPS), Houston, Texas Topic: Construction and Demolition Waste Management - A key to a Sustainable Recycling

Program in Houston

Abstract. Construction and demolition (C & D) waste consist of debris generated during the construction, renovation, demolition of buildings, roads, bridges, earthquake and disaster/storm debris. C & D often contain bulky, heavy materials such as concrete, asphalt, wood, metals, glasses, and salvage building components. Reducing and recycling C & D materials conserve landfill space, reduce environmental impact of producing new materials, create jobs, and can reduce overall building project expenses through avoided purchase/disposal cost. Changing how we think about these materials will create more sustainable future. This report will share the C & D management methods and material recovery technology options, and hands on experience in Houston.

About the Speaker. Edward Chen (陳天生) was Deputy Director of the Houston’s

Department of Solid Waste Management Department; he leaded the South Operations, as well as the totality of Houston environmental program & municipal recycling. These responsibilities include management and oversight of an operation consisting of more than 230 staff and an annual budget of $25 million. Mr. Chen has more than 35 years’ experience in environmental pollution control with emphasis on municipal solid waste collections, recycling, waste minimization/prevention, and waste to energy, landfill disposal, household hazardous waste, end user markets, recycled products procurement, waste audit, material recovery facility (M.R.F.), biomass, and CO2 reduction. Mr. Chen is a life member of Association of Chinese American Professionals (ACAP) since 1983, and has heavily involved in chair of environmental protection technical session of annual SETS since 1985, twice SETS coordinator in 1993 & 2000, was appointed as coordination & chair of environmental protection session of CAPCON under the co-sponsored of ACAP & ROC in 1997, elected as President of ACAP in 2001, most recent has hosted four annual green tours for members of ACAP & Chinese community to learn environmental & green technology in Houston, organized Taiwan EPA workshop & training in 1994, 1997, and 2013, was honored receive ACAP Achievement Award in 2011. Mr. Chen holds a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from Northwestern Oklahoma State University, and an M.S. in Environmental Health from

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the University of Arkansas. He has taught college courses in solid waste management and environmental health as an adjunct faculty member.

Speaker: Mr. Michael Liu, President of America P&G Corporation, Houston, Texas Topic: Bioponics Application in the Food Waste

Abstract. Bioponics has three conditions distinguish it from hydroponics and aquaponics: (1) It is soilless with media beds, deep water culture; (2) Always 100% organic in hydroponics for produces, No chemical fertilizers, and (3) Raising fish is an option but dependency on fish waste is an aquaponics method by use organic nutrients. Raw food wastes are high in nitrogen and have higher values of phosphorus and potassium. By collecting these juices or submerging in water fermentation makes soluble green wastes derived into organic liquid fertilizer. Bioponics is an integrated system of multi-trophic system that combines elements of fermentation, recirculation aquaculture and hydroponics. Where in the water from the fish tanks that is enriched in nutrients is used for plant growth. It is a soil-free down-sized natural process that can be found in lakes, ponds and rivers. This bio-system is using fish waste with organic liquid fertilizer into the water as fertilizer for crops, and then the water filtered and recycled back to the system practice. The practice shows that Bioponics is capable of being an important driver for the development of integrated food production systems. The regions suffering from fresh water stress will particularly benefit from this green technology being operated in a commercial environment.

About the Speaker. Michael Liu is in business of water & wastewater treatment technology and equipment. He has a B.S. in Chemistry, an M.S. in Chemical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. He worked at Bechtel Corp. as a start-up engineer in the 3rd Taiwan Nuclear Power project in 1984, and Euroasia Corp. as a project manager in petrochemical projects till 1988. After many years expertise, he founded in America P & G Company in USA and Bao-Rong Inc. in China. His expertise is team up with suppliers and contractors in the field, he has successfully completed a hundred of installations from water plants to wastewater treatments in China; also involved in the field of municipal wastes treatments and fire protection recently. In the community services, Mr. Liu served on the Board of Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC), City of Sugar Land Police Department Chinese Hotline, Friendship Committee of Fort Bend County, Chinese American Professional Association, Fort Bend Taiwan Chamber of Commerce, Hakka Association of Houston and Fort Bend Chinese American Association.

Speaker: Dr. Ying-Jen Eugene Chou (卓英仁博士), 臺灣環基環境永續股份有限公司董事

長 and Dr. Cheng-Mao Tseng (曾正茂博士), 臺灣環基環保企業集團土地活化公司

總經理

Topic: Activation of Landfill Land in Taiwan

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Abstract. 家庭生活垃圾(MSW)是有人生活的地方就會產生，而人類對於 MSW 的處理，

從荒野棄置(open dumping)、衞生掩埋、焚燒處理，而今是資源回收，完全再利用。

但對於過去掩埋在地底下所有的垃圾，全世界的國家卻很少注意它，而臺灣在十四年

前已成功將嘉義八掌溪畔垃圾全部移除，成為全世界第一個成功的案例。臺灣地狹人

稠，土地資源極為珍貴，如何將掩埋垃圾挖除並資源化，以現在的技術已無問題，主

要在技術整合；本研究旨在提出臺灣過去的經驗，並分析因移除過程中資源再利用技

術，以及所產生之經濟效益，最後因掩埋場位置不同而衍生之土地利用價值評估，做

完整之研究分析，期能提供技術整合經驗，促成全球對垃圾清除，土地清潔整理的重

視。本研究包括前處理規劃、垃圾分類技術探討、回收再生技術、土地再利用規劃、

經濟效益評估。

About the Speakers. (1) Dr. Ying-Jen Eugene Chou Education: B.S., Plant Pathology, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan M.S., Institute of Environmental Engineering, University of Florida, United States Ph.D., International Law, China University of Political and Law, Beijing Working Experience: Researcher of the Florida Water Resources Research Center in United States The manager of the Yuan Shun construction company in Taiwan The researcher of the Health and the Environmental Protection Agency of Taiwan

Executive Yuan Taiwan-Japan technique exchanges plane about waste program in Japan The division chief of the department of waste management in Taiwan EPA (Chief of

the EPA’s first soil pollution prevention division) The lecturer of the Chinese Medical College in Taiwan The general manager of Taiwan Environmental protection Industries The senior adviser of Punshang Environmental Engineering Co. The general manager of Kei FU Environmental Engineering Co. The general manager of Tai Yang Biotech Co.

(2) Dr. Cheng-Mao Tseng Education: 中國文化大學環境設計學院建築及都市計畫研究所工學博士 2003.08~2009.12

國立中興大學公共行政暨政策研究所法學碩士 1979.08~1981.06

中國文化大學政治學系法學士 1975.08~1979.06

Working Experience: 環球科技大學公共事務管理研究所專任教師 2012.8 ~ 2013.7

環球科技大學環境資源管理系(所)系主任兼所長 2011.8 ~ 2012.7

環球科技大學助理教授 2010.2 ~ 2011.7

社團法人台灣社會改造協會秘書長 2010.1 ~ 迄今

美國德州農工大學訪問學者 2006.11~2009.7

行政院環保署管考處專門委員 2005.1~2006.11

行政院環保署主秘室新聞媒體公共關係室專門委員兼主任 2003.1~2005.1

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行政院環保署管考處綠色消費環保標章科科長 1998.7~2003.1

行政院環保署綜計處(環境教育科, 國際合作暨科技計畫科, 綜合企劃科科長, 環境影

響評估監督科) 科長 1989.8~1998.7

行政院環保署管考處管制考核科科長 1987.12~1989.8

行政院研究發展考核委員會專員 1984.1~1987.12

台灣省政府研究發展考核委員會研究員 1983.10~1984.1

Speaker: Mr. Vance Nobe, CEO of Akari Energy, Houston, Texas Topic: The Case of Solar - The Growth of Solar Power

Abstract. Solar power has broken multiple records in 2015 throughout the United States. There is over 20 times more solar power capacity today than in 2009. In addition, several technological innovations have improved efficiency and cost effectiveness of Solar. For the first time ever, solar power new capacity has outpaced natural gas new capacity. Considering the immense land space available, increased electricity demand, and continued improvements in manufacturing, solar is poised to be a significant contributor to the US energy grid.

About the Speaker. Vance Nobe is the CEO of Akari Energy Inc. who drives management team and directors to generate growth and profitability for the company. He brings a combination of management, sales, alternate energy, and technological implementation expertise. He comes from a background of sales and management for photovoltaic solar and other renewable energy systems. He has a proven initiative at developing new market sources and creating excellent long-term accounts. Also, he has extensive experience, in a wide spectrum of industries including photovoltaics, solar thermal, wind energy, biofuels, and power production/distribution and other energy technologies. He also managed process/product development. Within this industry, he has North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Solar PV certification. Prior to his experience in renewable energy, he was Vice President at Lockton Insurance as a Property Insurance Broker. He serviced high profile clients in the energy industry and companies with challenging property risk and significant Natural Catastrophe exposures. He has been recognized with the Toastmasters International Bronze Level Award and has been asked to speak as an expert at conferences and to international audiences throughout the world. This includes speaking engagements for Asian, European, African events on energy and/or technology. Vance Nobe has delivered speeches at Rice University, Marriott Hotels, and other venues throughout the world. He has also been an expert speaker at a key EPA hearing on biomass regulations. Mr. Vance Nobe has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Emphasis, from the California Polytechnic University at Pomona California.

Speaker: Mr. Kuo-Hsun Tsai, University of Southern California Topic: Application of Surfactant Enhanced Aquifer Remediation (SEAR) for the removal of

NAPLs

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Abstract. The application of surfactant enhanced aquifer remediation (SEAR) technology is widely used with surfactant to improve the remediation of groundwater contaminated sites. The SEAR process involves the injection of specialty surfactants into the subsurface to enhance desorption and recovery of contaminants, such as non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs). Optimal surfactants, electrolytes and co-solvents are selected for compatibility with the NAPL and the soil matrix for optimum subsurface performance. SEAR is usually combined with other groundwater remediation technologies to expedite treatment periods. About the Speaker. Kuo-Hsun Tsai (蔡國勳) received a B.S. degree in environmental

engineering from National Chung-Hsing University and the Degree of Engineer in Environmental Engineering at University of Southern California. He has dedicated himself to the field of Civil and Environmental Engineering for more than 10 years. His expertise and experience includes water quality analysis, water/ wastewater treatment design processes, groundwater remediation methods and trenchless rehabilitation technologies for sanitary sewer system. He is also familiar with the state of Texas and USEPA federal environmental laws and regulations.

Speaker: Mr. Alexander Liu, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Topic: The New Ozone Standard and Human Health Impacts

Abstract. Ozone, a strong oxidant forms through photochemical reactions between volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and nitrogen oxide species (NOx), is an air pollutant that could greatly hurt our respiratory and cardio system. Ozone has been listed in the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) criteria pollutants since the advent of the federal Clean Air Act in the 70s, with a primary standard of 1-hour 80 parts per billion (ppb). Although it’s been 40 years from 1970, the ever-tighter ozone standards (now 8-hour 75 ppb) have never been attained national wide as more than 40% of the people still live in ozone “non-attainment areas”. In aware of this situation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a set of new standards at 70 to 65 ppb, and in the meantime seeks to lower it further to 60 ppb, targeting a potential 18 billion benefit solely from improving the public health. This presentation will discuss the importance of low ozone standard, the associate health risks, and the control technologies to reduce the health impacts. About the Speaker. Alex Liu received both his B.S. and M.S. in Agricultural Chemistry from National Taiwan University and graduated in 2012. His research was using multi-oriented biological techniques, including molecular biology, microbiology, and proteomics to study the interaction between environmental bacteria, soil and plants. In 2013, he joined the Professional Master's program at Rice University to further his education with focus on environmental science and engineering. As graduate research assistance, he participated in a variety of different research projects with topics on sustainability, water resource, and air quality. He is now employed with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) in Austin as an engineering specialist, focusing on air pollutant emission permitting for chemical industry.

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Speaker: Dr. Lu Lu (盧璐博士), Postdoctoral research associate, Louisiana State

University & Dr. Guoqiang Li (李國強博士), Professor, Department of

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Louisiana State University Topic: Preparation of nanopatterned and thermo-responsive polypeptoids and the

characterization using atomic force microscopy

Abstract. Protocols for patterning nanostructures of polymers were developed to enable studies of surface properties at the molecular level. A chemically selective surface for patterning polymers was generated by combining particle lithography with organosilane immersion. Poly (N-allyl glycine), a biocompatible and backbone degradable polypeptoid, was grown on Si (111) at confined amine sites using surface-initiated polymerization (also known as the “graft from” approach). A thermo-responsive random copolypeptoid, poly [(N-ethyl glycine)32-r-(N-butyl glycine17)], was pre-synthesized and attached onto a patterned organosilane surface using the thiolene click reaction (“graft to” approach). The phase transitions of the copolypeptoid nanostructures in an aqueous environment were studied using in situ atomic force microscopy (AFM). A heated stage was used to heat the nanopatterned sample in liquid media.

Speaker: Mr. Jian Pan (潘建), Visiting Ph.D. student, Louisiana State University & Dr.

Guoqiang Li (李國強博士), Professor, Department of Mechanical & Industrial

Engineering, Louisiana State University Topic: The Propagation and Interaction of Shock Wave in Cylindrical charge with a Wave-

shaper

Abstract. In recent years, researchers have investigated various methods to obtain ultra-high shock pressure and to control shock wave shape. Using a cylindrical charge with a wave-shaper is an efficient way to achieve convergent shock wave. Researchers around the world have conducted extensive studies on detonation wave propagation by detonation shock dynamics (DSD) theory or level set (LS) method. Due to the interaction of shock waves, regular reflection or irregular (Mach) reflection will occur in cylindrical charge with wave-shaper. In this presentation, an analytical model for shock wave interaction in cylindrical charge with a wave-shaper is presented. The pressure and triple point growth angle of the Mach stem are determined using the three-shock theory and the modified Whitham’s method. In addition, an analytical model for predicting the Mach stem height is proposed.

9:00 a.m. - Nano and Composite Technology Session (奈米及複合科技)

11:50 a.m. Co-Chairs: Dr. Howard Paul, P.E. (浦浩德博士), ACAP Former President

Dr. Guoqiang Li (李國強博士), Louisiana State University

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Speaker: Dr. Ying Gao (高英博士), Visiting Associate Professor, Louisiana State

University & Dr. Guoqiang Li (李國強博士), Professor, Department of

Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Louisiana State University Topic: Intelligent Compaction of Asphalt Pavement

Abstract. The quality of compaction is important to Hot Mixed Asphalt (HMA) pavement. Most premature failures of asphalt pavement are concerned with poor compaction. Intelligent compaction of asphalt pavement was studied. The effective compactible time of HMA pavement was estimated through on site measurement and computer simulation. All compaction work should be finished in this time. The timely compaction procedure was recommended according the external environment conditions and behaviors of compaction machines. The control of compaction quality was achieved by controlling the operation of rollers. The passing route of each roller was got through GPS-RTK (Global Positioning System-Real Time Kinematic) technique. All the compaction information, such as the passing numbers, compaction speed, area not be compacted in time, pavement area compacted out of the effective compactible time and so on, were collected, analyzed and compared with the setting parameters. An alarm message would be sent to constructers and managers with anything wrong happened during compaction. Remedial measures would be taken to correct the mistake.

Speaker: Dr. Guoqiang Li (李國強博士), Professor, Department of Mechanical &

Industrial Engineering, Louisiana State University Topic: Polymeric Artificial Muscles

Abstract. A recent discovery in materials science is the polymeric artificial muscles made of fishing lines or sewing threads through twisting and coiling. In this talk, several types of polymeric artificial muscles will be presented. The giant tension actuation and the underlying principles will be discussed.

* Earn up to 3 hours of Professional Development Hours (PDH) by attending this

session. Certificate will be issued after conference per request.

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Speaker: Mr. Herbert Kalman, CPA Topic: Strategic tax plan for Middle and Higher Income Taxpayer

Abstract. With the highest rate of tax raised up to 39.6% and implementation of Obamacare, the middle class and higher income earners are paying additional tax such as 3.8% of investment tax and 0.9% of Medicare tax in additional regular tax. As the result, understanding your income sources and making tax planning become higher priority when considering making the investment and saving taxes. About the Speaker. Mr. Herbert Kalman, CPA is an accounting veteran with over 40 years of experience. He specializes in audit and tax clients, business valuation, litigation support and client profitability consultations. Mr. Herb, as he is referred to by his peers, offers special focus on business exiting planning strategies and business valuation. Active in his profession, Mr. Herb regularly hosts seminars for the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants-Houston Chapter and is a former adjunct faculty member at the Center for Professional Education in Broomall, Penn. Mr. Herb is University of Houston alumnus.

Speaker: Ms. Vicki Byrd, CFP, VP-Sr. Financial Consultant at Houston Galleria Branch,

Charles Schwab & Co Topic: 10 Investing Essentials to Help Take Ownership of Your Financial Future

Abstract. Whether you are just starting to put an investment plan in place, or are looking to revamp the one you have, learn the essential principles to help take ownership of your investment portfolio. From setting realistic expectations, to diversifying and rebalancing, you’ll leave with a better understanding of how to map out your course. About the Speaker. V. Byrd is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. She holds Series 7,9,10, 63 Securities Licenses and Life & Variable Annuity Insurance License. Vicki has 32 years of professional experience in Charles Schwab serving clients in various capacities from Registered Representative, Investment Specialist, and Branch Manager to her latest VP-Sr. Financial Consultant role starting from 2011. Vicki specializes in partnering with client to understand their goals, create personalized plans, and provide investing guidance. She helps client understand where their money is invested and why, how their investments are performing, and how much it’s costing them. It’s a modern approach to wealth management—so you can take ownership of your financial life.

9:00 a.m. - CPA - Financial Management Session (專業會計師 - 財務管理講座)

11:50 a.m. 休士頓華美會計師協會協辦

Chair: Ms. Susan Chen, CPA (辜淑芬會計師)

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2016 ACAP Student Research Poster Contest Final List:

1. Angela Kao (高安婕), “Impact of Droughts on CO2,” Atmospheric Science, University of

Houston, Houston, Texas 2. Yuan-Yun Claudia Lin (林願勻), “COMSOL Modeling of Nonlinear Transport Properties,”

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, Texas 3. Sin-Hong Ernest Lin (林信宏), “The Role of Mn2+ on Selenate Reduction by Magnetite-

Coated Zero-Valent Iron,” Biological & Agricultural Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas

4. Hsiang-Ting Hsu (徐湘庭), “Natural Killer Cells Converge Lytic Granules to Promote

Cytotoxicity and Prevent Bystander Killing,” Pathology & Immunology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

5. Min-Shan Chen (陳民珊), “Gfi1+ Secretory Cells Revert to Stem Cells Following Crypt

Injury,” Integrative Molecular & Biomedical Sciences, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

6. Yen-Liang Liu (劉彥良), “Dynamics of EGFR trafficking from membrane into deep

cytoplasm revealed by a spatiotemporally multiplexed 3D tracking microscope,” Biomedical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas

8:30 a.m. - Student Research Poster Contest and Presentation (學生研究壁報比赛)

11:50 p.m. 駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處教育組協辦

Sponsored by: FOXCONN and Lovett Homes Scholarship Program Chair: Dr. Shian-Uei Hwu (胡先葳博士)

Judge Panel: Ms. Yen-Wen Yang (楊琰文小姐)

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Afternoon Concurrent Session Information

Speaker: Dr. Steven Mo (莫升元博士), Director of Strategy & Technology Solutions,

UnitedHealth Group Topic: How to improve one's career competitive advantages in tomorrow's U.S. healthcare

industry? (如何在明日的美國健康醫療產業提高自我的職場競爭力?)

Abstract. In this three-hour workshop, Dr. Mo will lead us through many important lessons of achieving a successful career in healthcare in the U.S. By using interactive exercises with the audience, Dr. Mo will show us: (a) Who are the key players in U.S. healthcare ecosystem and what kind of talents are they looking for? (b) How to transition from a scientist/academic resume to a more industry-friendly/focused resume? (c) What are the right salaries (plus overall compensation package) for me? (d) Besides biopharma, what important roles do private equity, hedge funds, and venture capitals play in shaping tomorrow's healthcare landscape, and how to potentially obtain job offers from these small yet prestigious organizations? All attendees are required to bring his/her resumes to ensure the most effective learning of this workshop. About the Speaker. (1) Director of Strategy & Technology Solutions, UnitedHealth Group (聯合健康集團)

(2) Rhodes Scholar (羅德學者) 有「全球本科生諾貝爾獎」之稱的美譽

(3) Management Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group (波士頓諮詢公司)

(4) Co-founder and Chief Science Officer at VesCir Ltd. (開發隨身光學膚質檢測儀)

(5) Research Scientist, Harvard Medical School (哈佛醫學院)

(6) Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Oxford University (牛津大學)

(7) B.S. in Biology, MIT (麻省理工學院)

(8) Exchange Student in Biomedical Science, Cambridge University (劍橋大學)

(9) Named “Most Outstanding Senior Young Man”, Bellaire High School (百利高中) in

Houston (10) Business expertise: healthcare/biopharma strategy, business development,

marketing, and R&D (11) Science expertise: cancer, nanoparticles, virotherapy, bioinformatics, therapeutic

ultrasound

2:30 p.m. - Biomedical Session (生物醫學)

5:30 p.m. 德州台灣生物科技協會協辦 Texas Taiwanese Biotechnology Association

Chair: Ms. Min-Shan Chen (陳民珊), Ph.D. candidate, Baylor College of

Medicine, Houston, TX

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Speaker: Dr. Bo-Siou Wei, P.E. (魏伯修博士), Senior Subsea Engineer, McDermott

International Inc. Topic: Offshore Pipeline Installation

Abstract. Deep water pipeline installation can pose a number of challenges. Various types of installation methods have been developed to suit different installation conditions for different water depth and pipeline diameters. This study introduces three main pipeline installation methods, S-lay, J-lay, and reel-lay. The differences of the three methods along with their limitations and requirements will also be discussed. While performing S-lay pipeline installation, pipeline is paid out at the stern of the vessel as the boat moves forward. A steel truss structure, called stinger, that hangs behind the vessel is used to support the pipeline and controls the pipeline over bend radius to prevent excessive bending. The J-lay method, named after its pipe laying configuration, is very common for deep water pipeline installation. The pipeline leaves the lay tower in an almost vertical position, and the pipeline is only bent during installation close to seabed. Another pipeline installation method is by reel-lay that has a very similar pipe laying configuration to J-lay method. The pipeline is welded and tested onshore and then spooled onto a large pipe reel. During installation, the pipeline is unspooled and lowered onto seabed through lay tower.

About the Speaker. Bo-Siou Wei has both onshore and offshore experiences for oil and gas and energy industry. He is currently with McDermott International as a senior subsea engineer. While working in McDermott, he has been involved in several projects including pipeline installation, subsea structural design, and vessel support.

Speaker: Ms. Wan-Yi Wei (魏宛儀), Research Assistant, Texas A&M University.

Topic: Ship Hydrodynamic and Structural Analysis - Software Applications and Lab Investigation

Abstract. Ship hydrodynamic analysis is important to ensure safer operation and transportation in marine industry. Computer tools, such as ANSYS-AQWA and SIMO, can aim to provide hydrodynamic calculations for single vessel or multi-bodies study. Environmental factors such as wave, wind and water depth are applied to understand ship stability under certain condition as well as to evaluate receiving forces of mooring lines and fenders. Two examples for marine operation are provided: 1st Topside installation and 2nd LNG ship to ship bunkering condition. For structural analysis, Common Structural Rule (CSR) software for double hull oil tankers and bulk carriers is performed for a quick and efficient approach to assess ship structure. Prescriptive analysis and Finite Element (FE) analysis can be performed through the software to

2:30 p.m. - Offshore Technology Symposium Session (海洋科技研討會)

5:30 p.m. Chair: Mr. Warren Kuo, P.E. (郭原宏), Subsea Structural and Engineering

Project Manager, McDermott International Inc.

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improve efficiency for ship design. Slamming is a critical concern for ship design because damage is commonly found due to impulsive impact force in harsh environment. Lab investigations for slamming including impact pressure and corresponding jetting flow field are presented to evaluate relationship between impact speed and force. Engineers are able to promote more effective solution and safer structure design for marine industry through computer tools as well as lab investigation.

About the Speaker. Research Assistant, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M University Contractor and Intern Engineer, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Intern Engineer, Boa Marine Services Inc. M.S. at Texas A&M University of Ocean Engineering Department M.S. at National Taiwan University of Civil Engineering Department Research interest: Hydrodynamic and structural analysis, hydraulics, hydrology and

water resources Speaker: Dr. Yu-Hsuan Huang, P.E. (黃于軒博士), Senior Engineer, Wood Group Kenny

Topic: Offshore Pipeline Design and Engineering

Abstract. Offshore pipeline systems transport liquid or gas from one location to another, and usually lay down or buried into the seabed. The general pipeline design involves the route selection, pipe wall thickness calculation, material selection, welding procedures, components and structures for tie-in or end connection. The environmental loads such as waves and currents along with the seabed unevenness affect the stability of pipeline system, and mitigation measures such as weight coating or anchor point maybe needed. Seabed bottom roughness and flowline crossing often induce pipeline free spanning issue with vortex-induced vibration fatigue concern. With increasing high temperature and high pressure of operating conditions, the flowline thermal expansion, buckling, and walking behavior become challenge to design and manager. The industrial guidelines and codes may be followed to design the pipeline system safely. The advanced finite element software and packages are improving the accuracy to simulate the pipeline behavior due to internal and external loads for engineering a safer pipeline/flowline system. Several projects overview and lessons learned are provided for better understanding a pipeline system design overview.

About the Speaker. Yu-Hsuan Huang has offshore pipeline design, analysis, and engineering experience from deep to shallow water, and involve many projects at Gulf of Mexico, Persian Gulf, West Africa, and West Australia.

Speaker: Mr. Yuan-Hung Kuo, P.E. & MBA (郭原宏), Principal Subsea Engineer,

McDermott International Inc. Topic: Pipeline End Termination and Manifold Engineering

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Abstract. Pipeline End Termination (PLET) and Pipeline END Manifold (PLEM) is the key structures to enable subsea pipeline tie back and well connection through subsea jumpers. Connecting to the end of pipeline after installation, the PLET/PLEM are required to design for various load conditions. For in-place condition, engineers need to consider the soil strength, jumper loads, environmental loads, pipeline free spanning loads and thermal expansions loads. For installation conditions, two categories, 1st End and 2nd End PLETs/PLEMs naming after their installation sequence of the pipeline installation, shall be considered separately. Installation vessel influences greatly to the PLET/PLEM design through installation facility’s space and capacity limit and the induced vessel motions. Water depth, pipeline design, and vessel motion affect greatly on the weight of the PLET/PLEM. Yoke and other installation aid devices are integrated to the structure design which requires comprehensive finite element analysis. Piping and the affiliate components, hub connector, and pipeline-to-PLET transition joint, Cathodic protection designs are also parts of the overall PLET/PLEM solution. As a result, an optimized PLET/PLEM shall be a fully integrated design yet light and safe which require experience and expertise from many engineering aspects.

About the Speaker. Yuan-Hung Kuo has offshore topside/jacket/FPSO/TLP/subsea structural design, analysis, and engineering experience from deep to shallow water. His project involvement includes many legacy projects at Gulf of Mexico, Asia Pacific, Offshore Brazil, and West Australia.

Speaker: Dr. Yen-Tun Peng (彭彥惇博士), Senior Subsea Engineer, Technip USA, Inc.

Topic: Introduction of Subsea Jumper Design and Analysis

Abstract. Subsea jumper is a pipe structure which connects two subsea structures: trees, in-line sleds (ILS), pipeline end terminations (PLETs), and manifolds. It provides the path from well to pipeline or pipeline to pipeline so that oil, gas, water, pig, or other contents can be transferred from one end to the other end. Subsea jumper has several shapes and could be either rigid or flexible type. This introduction is focused on rigid jumper design and analysis. The design of jumper affects other subsea structure location and even the field layout. The loads on jumper are complicated and could be from weight, pressure, temperature, current, end movement, misalignment, and remotely operated vehicle (ROV). Jumper strength analysis determines if the optimal jumper configuration achieves all the requirements such as span length, heading angle to pipeline growth, and minimum clearance to seabed. Jumpers are also subjected to fatigue damage. Two main parts of fatigue are from vortex induced vibration (VIV) excited by bottom current, and from stress changes during operating cycle due to fluctuation of temperature and pressure. Jumper fatigue analysis determines if the fatigue suppression device is needed.

About the Speaker. Yen-Tun has more than eight years structural engineering experience in the oil and gas industry which includes onshore, marine terminal, offshore topside, and subsea structural design, analysis, and engineering. His academic background is in structural engineering, naval architecture and ocean engineering.

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A. Environmental and Process Safety Speaker: Mr. George Hu (胡際川), Senior Manager – LNG and Gas Processing, Technip

USA Inc. and Dr. Eliza Tsui, Senior Process Engineer, Technip USA Inc. Topic: Meeting Environmental Challenges in Modern LNG Plant Design

Abstract. Traditional Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facilities are typically located in remote areas, and they are usually required to follow the environmental standards set by the World Bank. Many modern LNG liquefaction facilities, such as those in North America, are sited in populated location with nearby residential or recreational areas. More stringent environmental regulations must be met to minimize the impact to the environment, local residents, fishery industry, etc. Air emissions, waste water discharge, noises, plant safety in terms of explosion, vapor and liquid dispersion are of great concerns by the regulatory agencies and local communities. Other environmental challenges throughout the life cycle of the LNG facility include dredging of seabed, destruction of vegetation, increased construction traffic, and increased ship traffic causing erosion. In order to minimize the environmental impact, special consideration will need to be emphasized during design phases to select the Best Available Control Technology (BACT) or Best Available Techniques (BAT). During process design of the LNG facility, emission points where contaminants are generated will be identified and various control technologies to mitigate the emissions will be evaluated. Common contaminants such as NOx, sulfur, greenhouse gases including CO2 and VOCs, and particulate matters generated in the LNG facility require additional control technologies to reduce their concentration to the acceptable environmental standards. Gas turbines that drive the refrigerant compressors and power generation are the major sources of NOx and CO2 emissions. Using high-efficiency aero-derivative gas turbines can reduce fuel gas consumption as well as emissions. To further reduce the NOx, CO2, and VOC emissions, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and Catalytic Oxidation (CO) can be installed to treat the gas turbine exhausts. Sulfur management is another important aspect in air emissions control during process design. Acid gas that is removed in the Acid Gas Removal Unit (AGRU) could have high H2S content. The acid gas must be first treated to remove the majority of H2S before it can be sent to the thermal oxidizer. The thermal oxidizer will then convert the HAPs and VOCs into CO2 and H2O before the treated gas is released to the atmosphere. Mercaptans could be an issue for some LNG facility depending on the LNG product specifications and process design. Flaring is often minimized in traditional LNG facility due to economic reasons as valuable natural gas is being burnt. Modern LNG facility has additional air, noise and

2:30 p.m. - Down Stream Technology Symposium Session (煉油與石化科技研討會)

5:30 p.m. Co-Chairs: Dr. C. C. Wang (王家驄博士), Technip USA, Inc.

Dr. Billy Liu (劉耀華博士), Celanese Corporation

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visual emissions concerns during flaring as greenhouse gases and other contaminants will be released to the atmosphere. Alternative designs in the flare system such as the use of High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) can be applied to reduce the flare load in case of an emergency release. Modern LNG facilities share good social responsibility with the local community by implementing process safety in design, using alternative design and Best Available Control Technology to ensure safe operation of the facility, and to minimize the environmental impact to the earth. About the Speakers. (1) Mr. George Hu (胡際川)

George Hu has more than twenty-year experience in technology development and process design for gas monetization, petrochemical, oil and gas, gasification, and synthesis industries. Currently he works for Technip USA as a Senior Manager of LNG and Gas Processing Product Line. Previous working experiences include 5 years with URS Company as a Technology Manager of LNG and 10 years with KBR as a Technical Advisor. Experience cover various phase of technology development and process engineering including conceptual design, FEED, EPC, optimization studies, debottlenecking and troubleshooting, new technology development, economic screening, and proposals. Responsibilities also include the technical leadership in the assigned area, key customer technical relationships, business development support, recognizable industry involvement, etc.

(2) Dr. Eliza Tsui Dr. Eliza Tsui has ten-year experience in natural gas processing, LNG, produced water treatment, membrane filtration, separation technologies and alternative energy. She is a senior process engineer at Technip USA Inc. Before joining Technip, she worked at URS Corporation, Washington Division as a senior process engineer. She obtained her BS of chemical engineering at University of Wisconsin-Madison, MS degree of food engineering at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the PhD degree of environmental engineering at Rice University.

Speaker: Ms. Linda Young, Consultant (former Process Safety Manager in Major Capital

Projects, Shell China) Topic: A framework for management of process safety

Abstract. High-impact process safety incidents have received much attention and resulted in many regulatory changes over the past several decades. The trend of managing process safety in the Oil and Gas Industry has since shifted from time-based to risk-based in both design and operations. Therefore, a robust and tractable way to manage and/or improve process safety becomes a hot topic in the world of projects as well as operations. The objectives of this presentation are sharing a structured approach for process safety management, highlighting a few common tools and models that are used in managing risk, and emphasizing some key elements that lead to the success of process safety programs.

https://www.linkedin.com/edu/school?id=18321&trk=prof-edu-school-name

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About the Speaker. Linda Young has 25 years of experience in Oil and Gas industry with emphasis in Projects, 14 years in Process Engineering and 11 years in Process and Technical Safety (or HSSE). She has worked in both Upstream and Downstream environments. After graduating from the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a Master Degree in Chemical Engineering, Linda joined Fluor Daniel in Houston in the Process Engineering group supporting a wide-range of refining and chemical projects. In year 2000, Linda joined the epoxy resins group in Shell Chemicals as a process and project team lead and the group subsequently became the Resolution Performance Products. Linda’s involvement in the HSE-related projects during this period, triggered a more profound pursue in the technical HSSE filed in her later career. Linda then moved to Shell Global Solutions in year 2004 to support the technical safety and reactive hazard assessment (RHA) group. She developed specialties as a SME in the fields of RHA, flare and pressure relief, risk assessment, and process safety. Following Shell’s Transition 2009, Linda moved to London, UK, as a Senior Risk and QRA Engineer for the Shell Kashagan Project. Her next move was to Beijing as the Process and Technical Safety Manager for the Major Capital Projects in Shell China. In last year, Linda moved back to Houston and then became an independent consultant in the area of Process and Technical Safety in Oil and Gas industry.

B. Open Forum: "Where the US Chemical Process Industry Is Going in Current Low Oil

Price Environment?" Panelists – Mr. Kuen-Yuan Joseph Chiu (GTC Technology), Dr. Frank Chou (Yu-Huang

Chemical), Dr. Tom C. Tsai (Dow Chemical) and Dr. Juurong Hsieh (ConocoPhillips)

About the Panelists. (1) Mr. Kuen-Yuan Chiu Education: BS of Ch.E. Chung-Yuan Christian University

MS of Ch.E. Tsing-Hua University

Working Experience: Kuen-Yuan Chiu worked in CPC, Taiwan for 29 years as process engineer, deputy manager of process division, manager of operation department and a member of oversea investment team. He is a project manager in GTC Technology US LLC for 9 years till now.

(2) Dr. Frank Chou Frank Chou is currently working with Yu-Huang Chemical Inc. as the Project Lead, managing the interface of air separation unit with Air Liquide. With a background in mechanical engineering and over thirty years of work experience in the engineering, procurement and construction business sectors of the petro-chemical industry, Frank previously managed major capital projects for Shell Oil and Dow Chemical, and did mechanical engineering for Fluor and M. W. Kellogg. He is a former president (1997) and Board Director of ACAP. He also served as the Board Chair (2001) of JCCAA. He is

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currently serving on the Executive Board of Chinese Community Center. Frank holds a BS in mechanical engineering from National Taiwan University, and an MSME and a Ph.D. from West Virginia University.

(3) Dr. Tom C. Tsai Dr. Tom C. Tsai was the Lead Process Engineering Manager of The Dow Chemical Company. He retired from Dow Chemical in December 2015 after more than 27 years of service. He was also the Reaction Engineering/Reactor Design Technology Expert in the Engineering Solutions’ Technology Center of Dow. He joined Dow Process Engineering in Freeport, Texas in 1988. During his career with Dow, Dr. Tsai served in various Processing Engineering roles, primarily as Lead Process Engineering Manager in process development and process design and as SME in reaction engineering/ reactor design supporting many businesses, including Light Hydrocarbons, EB/Styrene, EO/EG, PO/PG, Allyl Chloride, VCM, etc., as well as working on mega projects like Sadara and Gulf Stream. He later moved to the Houston Dow Center and joined Engineering Solutions’ Technology Center, providing global reactor design/reaction engineering consultation. In order to ensure continuity in Dow’s reaction engineering expertise, he developed the “Most Effective Technology”, the reaction engineering training courses, and provided dedicated technical coaching of expertise area members. Dr. Tsai has published more than 33 papers and is the (co)author/ contributor to more than 10 books, including articles in the Kirk-Other Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology and the Encyclopedia of Chemical Processing and Design. He has two issued US patents. He is an AIChE member, a registered Professional Engineer in Texas, a certified Six Sigma Black Belt and the past president of ACAP and the Association of Chinese Organizations – Houston. Dr. Tsai earned a B.S. degree in chemical engineering from National Taiwan University and a M.S. and Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Purdue University.

(4) Dr. Juurong Hsieh Dr. Hsieh has been working in the Oil & Gas Industry since early 1980s. He has done engineering design, project development and corporate management via his various assignments at upstream projects, field operation, and downstream production from ConocoPhillips and BP. In addition, he has also held numerous positions in engineering, quality, production and supplier management on oil field service equipment while working at Schlumberger. Dr. Hsieh has global work experience in 20 plus countries and regions including Asia, Europe, Africa, North and South America. He loves to read, swimming, basketball, travel and teach. Teaching is also a passion for him - he enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with younger generation. He holds a Doctor of Management degree and MS/BS degrees in Electrical Engineering. He has earned several US patents and is a registered professional engineer in three (3) states.

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Speaker: Dr. Edward K. Chan M.D. (陳啟華醫師), Ophthalmologist

Topic: Common Eye Diseases after Age 40 (年齡 40 後常見的眼疾)

Abstract. As we age, there is higher risk of development of eye diseases. This presentation covers several common eye conditions we encounter especially after age 40. We will discuss the causes, detection and management of dry eye, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration.

隨著年齡的增長，發生眼部疾病的風險也比較高。這個講座將包括幾個 40 歲以後常

見的眼部疾病。我們將討論下列眼科疾病的原因，檢測，和治療，包括乾眼症，青光

眼，糖尿病視網膜病變，和黃斑變性。

Speaker: Dr. Sherman Tang, M.D. (唐衍賢醫師), Fellow of American College of

Cardiology, FSAI Topic: Innovations in Modern Cardiology (現代心臟血管疾病診斷及治療的介紹)

Abstract. Modern cardiology is a dynamical field. There are numerous innovations including interventional devices, diagnostic imaging tools and pharmaceutical drugs introduced to cardiovascular disease every year. This lecture leads you a better understanding on most current updates in modern cardiology.

在心臟血管疾病上，每年都有創新的技術引進來。包括介入性儀器設備，影像診斷工

具，以及心血管疾病的新藥品。這個講座將會概括介紹這些新的技術，不論在手術治

療，藥物治療，或者診斷技術上。

Speaker: Dr. Karl K. Chen, M.D. & Ph.D. (陳康元醫師)

Topic: What You Need to Know about Sugars on Health and Cancer (醣類與健康和癌症的正確

觀念)

Abstract. In March of 2016, the journal of the American Association for Cancer Research "Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention," published a research report by Professor Xifeng Wu, M.D., Ph.D., the senior author of the study of MD Anderson Cancer Center. It is one of the most representative studies that show the potential link between dietary Glycemic Index and lung cancer risk, especially non-

2:30 p.m. - Health Session (健康講座)

5:30 p.m. Co-Chairs: Karl K. Chen, M.D., Ph.D. (陳康元醫師)

Grace L Chen, Ph.D., R.N. (陳王琳博士)

Theme: Healthy Living Strategies for Asians in North America 主題: 北美亞裔健康需知

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smokers. This session will include the discussion of “glycemic index" (GI) vs. "glycemic load" (GL), how it affects your health and a variety of many other cancer risks, as well as how to choose a proper diet and life style.

今年三月，美國癌症研究協會的雜誌「癌症流行病學生物標記與預防」發表的 MD 安

德森癌症中心一項最具代表性的研究報告顯示：膳食升糖指數和肺癌風險之間的潛在

聯繫，尤其是從不吸煙的人。將在本次研討會中討論「升糖指數」（GI）和「血糖負

荷」（GL）的不同定義，以及與健康和眾多其他癌症的風險之間的關聯，還有如何選

擇一個適當的飲食和生活方式。

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Speaker: Ms. Kathy Cheng, Attorneys, Counselors and Mediators at Law Topic: Basic Estate Planning Review (財產規劃概論)

Abstract. Estate planning benefits those with large, as well as modest assets. Estate planning can be used to eliminate uncertainties over the administration of a probate and to maximize the value of the estate by reducing taxes and other expenses. The ultimate goal of estate planning can be determined by the specific goals of the client, and may be as simple or complex as the client's needs dictate. Creating an estate plan ensures that all property will be distributed according to the personal wishes of the deceased, who will benefit from their estate, and to what extent. In addition to providing financial security, estate planning encourages individuals to make important decisions, such as appointing a guardian for minor children, choosing healthcare preferences, and securing funeral arrangements. Many people decide, upon commencement of an estate plan, to prepare documents communicating their medical wishes, or giving decision-making authority to a relative. These documents are living wills (or advanced health care directives) and durable powers of attorney. In this presentation, you will learn: (1) Importance of a Will (2) I have a will, what's next? (3) When to update a will? (4) Probate vs. Non Probate Assets (5) Will vs. Living Will (6) When is a Revocable Living Trust required? About the Speaker. Kathy Cheng is a graduate of South Texas College of Law. Kathy has been in private practice for over ten years and is currently with the firm of Cheng & Associates, PLLC in Houston. Kathy’s practice areas include, but are not limited to asset protection and litigation shielding, business law/commercial litigation, estate planning/probate litigation, real estate and tax law. She is licensed to practice in Texas, New York, and admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Supreme Court, and U.S. Court for the Southern District of Texas. Aside from practicing as an attorney and counselor at law, Kathy is also a certified arbitrator and mediator, which allows her to assist other parties in resolving legal matters privately in a less litigious environment. Kathy is also a public servant serving as a part-time public adjudication hearing officer for the City of Houston.

2:30 p.m. – Retirement Planning Session (退休規劃講座)

5:30 p.m. 美南中國大專院校聯合校友會協辦 Joint Chinese College Alumni Association

Chair: Dr. Bessy Wang (范增璞博士)

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Speaker: Mr. Andrew Hardwick, Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration Topic: Social Security Benefits (美國社安制度面面觀)

Abstract. Social Security Benefits are the monetary benefits received by retired workers who have paid in to the Social Security system during their working years. Social Security benefits are paid out on a monthly basis to retired workers and their surviving spouses. They are also paid to those who are permanently and totally disabled according to the strict criteria set forth by the Social Security Administration. In this presentation, you will learn: (1) Social Security History and Program (2) Social Security benefits, eligibility and how to apply (3) Survivor, spouse and disability benefits and eligibility (4) Medicare program and how to apply (5) Medicare coverage (6) Affordable Care Act (7) What should you do to prepare for retirement About the Speaker. Mr. Hardwick, a Metropolitan Public Affairs Specialist, has been involved in public outreach for the Social Security Administration for many years. He has been instrumental in reaching out to Houston's multi-ethnic communities. He helped produce the Program to Achieve Self- Support video as well as the Social Security Managers' Guide to Public Affairs. He was instrumental in producing the Retirement Estimator and application for SSA’s webpage in Spanish. Besides writing for the 50 Plus segment of the Houston Chronicle, his articles on Social Security matters are published in various local and ethnic periodicals. Mr. Hardwick has also worked closely with congressional offices to deliver information about Social Security programs to our senior citizens via public forums.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

美南國建協進會

感謝下列社團共同策劃

美國華人石油協會

休士頓華美會計師協會

德州台灣生物科技協會

美南中國大專院校聯合校友會

感謝下列單位與個人的贊助與協助

會長林欣慧

中華民國科技部

中華民國僑務委員會

中華民國駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處

駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處科技組

駐休士頓台北經濟文化辦事處教育組

休士頓華僑文教服務中心

Hsinchu Science Park 新竹科學工業園區

ITRI International 工業技術研究院北美公司

Lovett Homes

Opicoil Houston, Inc.

Foxconn 鴻海科技公司

Formosa Plastics Corporation 台塑

Geotest Engineering, Inc.

China Airlines 中華航空公司

Dr. Mien-Chie Hung 洪明奇博士

Dr. Karl Chen 陳康元博士 and

Dr. Grace Chen 陳王琳博士

Dr. Eddy Lee 李怡德博士

會議主席顧寶鼎

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ACAP 2015 - 2016 Officers and Staff

President Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧

President-Elect Albert Ku 顧寶鼎

Vice President Chuping Huang 黃初平

Executive Secretary Shu-Hao Chang 張書豪

Treasurer Sheree Cheng 周圓

Diversity Summit Executive Director Cecil Fong 方宏泰

Award Committee C. C. Wang 王家驄

Conference Logistics Coordinator Betty Tung 閻寶印

Media Coordinator Jennifer Wen 趙全娣

Membership Committee Frank Lin 林國強

Nomination Committee K. C. Wang 王國治

Senior Member Committee Billy Liu 劉耀華

Web Site Committee Frank Lin 林國強

Stephen Huang 黃壽萱

Young Professionals Committee Shu-Hao Chang 張書豪

Chia-Hao Ko 葛家豪

Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧

ACAP 2015 - 2016 Board of Directors

Chi-Chung Chang 張濟群 Shu-Hao Chang 張書豪 Grace L. Chen 王琳

Sheree Cheng 周圓 Joseph Chiu 邱坤源 Janet Chung 鍾宜秀

Jane Van Hsieh 范伽玲 Chuping Huang 黃初平 Albert Ku 顧寶鼎

Hong-Chen Lin 林宏正 Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧 Tinsu Pan 潘亭壽

Michael Tang 湯東洲 Cliff Tsai 蔡紹輝 Yen-Wen Yang 楊琰文

ACAP 2015 - 2016 Control Councilors

Hsing-wei Chu 朱辛為 Stephen Huang 黃壽宣 Chia-Hao Ko 葛家豪

ACAP 2015 - 2016 Advisors

Kwei Tu 杜奎 Ben Ho 何明通 William Chien 錢懋曾

Robert Yuan 袁立人 Benjamin Chang 常台安 Symong Shih 石思孟

Sam Hwong 黃泰生 Chen-Hwa Chiu 邱震華 Hsi Frank Chou 周禧

Howard Paul 浦浩德 Theresa Chang 張文華 Edward Chen 陳天生

Jenny Yang 陳津源 Tom Tsai 蔡忠和 Michael Liu 劉志恆

Simon Tung 董元慶 Stephen Huang 黃壽萱 Frank Lin 林國強

Chi-Chung Chang 張濟群 Hsing-wei Chu 朱辛為 Janet Chung 鍾宜秀

Betty Tung 閻寶印 Billy Liu 劉耀華 C. C. Wang 王家驄

Kuo Chih Wang 王國治 Louis M. Huang 黃敏境 Tiffany Yu 游慧光

Sophie Chou 周慧宜 Sophia Chuang 莊雅淑

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2016 SETS Conference Committee

General Chair Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧

Conference Chair Albert Ku 顧寶鼎

Conference Logistics Coordinators Betty Tung 閻寶印

Shu-Hao Chang 張書豪

Conference Registration Committee Chair Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧

Award Committee Chair C. C. Wang 王家驄

Student Poster Contest Committee Chair Shian-uei Hwu 胡先葳

Student Poster Contest Judge Panel Yen-Wen Yang 楊琰文

Conference Program Editors Albert Ku 顧寶鼎

Hsin-Hui Lin 林欣慧

Shu-Hao Chang 張書豪

Frank Lin 林國強

Photographers Leezen Wang 王力仁

Online Registration Frank Lin 林國強

2016 SETS Collaborating Organizations & Presidents

美國華人石油協會 Eddy Lee 李怡德

休士頓華美會計師協會 Susan Chen 辜淑芬

德州台灣生物科技協會 Yi-Li Min 閔譯立

美南中國大專院校聯合校友會 Nancy Chen 洪良冰

2016 SETS Conference Session Chairs

Energy Session Mark Chang 張世曉

Chia-Hao Ko 葛家豪

Po-Ching Tai 戴柏青

Environmental Protection Session Edward Chen 陳天生

Nano Technology Session Howard Paul 浦浩德

Guoqiang Li 李國強

CPA – Financial Management Session Susan Chen 辜淑芬

Biomedical Session Min-Shan Chen 陳民珊

Offshore Technology Symposium Warren Kuo 郭原宏

Downstream Technology Symposium C. C. Wang 王家驄

Billy Liu 劉耀華

Health Session Karl Chen 陳康元

Grace Chen 陳王琳

Retirement Planning Session Bessy Wang 范增璞

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美南國建協進會

The Association of Chinese American Professionals

ACAP is an association of Chinese American professionals with a wide variety of expertise including engineering, science, health care, business, humanity, and arts and culture. Founded in 1978, and currently with a total membership of approximately 300, the ACAP recruits its members from, but not limited to, the states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

In 2001, the ACAP, in collaboration with JPMorgan Chase, Shell Oil Company and Marathon Oil Company, organized the inaugural Diversity Summit annual conference. This annual conference has since gained wider support and attendance from other major corporations and organizations in the greater Houston area with an attendance over 300 people.

As a non-profit organization, the ACAP strives to foster the professional development and fellowship among its members, to facilitate the development of leadership skills of Chinese Americans professionals, and to address various issues that Chinese American professionals faced in the workplace.

In order to encourage professional advancement of the members, the ACAP regularly hosts technical seminars and workshops with various professional disciplines throughout the year. The flagship activity is the Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS) held in Houston in the spring/ summer of each year. SETS usually draw 200 to 300 participants. These seminars, workshops and conferences are multidisciplinary, and often involve guest speakers from other states and foreign countries.

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ACAP Membership Application Form

THE ASSOCIATION OF CHINESE AMERICAN PROFESSIONALS (ACAP) 10303 Westoffice Drive, Box 194, Houston, Texas 77042

http://www.acap-usa.org

Name: Mr./Mrs./Ms./Dr. ___________________________________________________________________ (Chinese) _________________________________ Last First Middle Spouse: __________________________________________ (Chinese) _______________________________ ACAP Member: Yes _________ No _________ Mailing Address: _____Home or ______ Business _________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: Home_________________ Work___________________ Fax: Home __________________ Work _____________________________________________ E-mail: Home _______________________________________ Work _______________________________________________________________________________ Education: Degree University/Institute Major Field ______________ ____________________________ ________________________________________________________ ______________ ____________________________ ________________________________________________________ Currently enrolled at (University): __________________________________ Expected Degree/Date: ________________________________________ Employer: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Other Chinese Society Membership: Division Preference (Please Check): ______ Architecture Engineering ______ Education _______ Law ______ Polymer ______ Biomedical Science ______ Electrical Engineering _______ Literature and Art ______ Political Science ______ Business ______ Environmental _______ Mechanical Engineering ______ Social Science ______ Chemical Technology ______ Industrial Engineering _______ Medical & Health Science ______ Space Technology ______ Civil Engineering ______ Information Technology _______ Petroleum Technology ______ (Other) ___________ Field of Specialization: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Membership Type and Fee (Please Check One): ______ Life Member - $200 (one-time payment) ______ Regular Member - $15/annual (January through December) ______ Student (Associate) Member - $5/annual ( Jan. through Dec.) ACAP Function and Program Interests: ______ Continuing Education ______ Budget and Finance _______ Fund Raising _______ Membership Drive _______ Mentoring ______ Newsletter ______ Public Relations _______ Student Liaison _______ (Others) ________________________________ Comments/Suggestions: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Member Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ____________________________________________________________________ Make check payable to: ACAP Mail to: ACAP Membership Drive 10303 Westoffice Drive, Box 194 Houston, Texas 77042

http://www.acap-usa.org/



NOTES

Save the Date

ACAP 2017 Coming-Up Events

Spring Networking Luncheon for Young Professionals & Students

Saturday, March 11, 2017

Network with ACAP Members, Young Professionals and Students for Career Consultation

Professional Development Advice Insight into Life in the U.S.

17th Annual Diversity Summit

http://www.diversitysummit.org/

Friday, May 5, 2017

Sugar Land Marriott Hotel 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479

39th Annual Science, Engineering and Technology Seminars (SETS)

http://acap-usa.org/SETS/


Sugar Land Marriott Hotel 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479

http://www.diversitysummit.org/

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