Dr. Cao is an expert in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering. Her research focuses on soil stabilization, bioremediation, contaminant containment, and innovative and non-destructive ground monitoring techniques.
She published her research work in top-tier journals including ASCE Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, Acta Geotechnica, Journal of Hazardous Materials, Cement and Concrete Research, and Science of Total Environment.