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Challenging RISK looks at the socially integrated mitigation of multiple structural risks in the urban environment.
It aims to generate new knowledge on how current reinforced concrete (RC) structures perform under earthquake and fire hazards. It also seeks to develop an integrated framework for performance-based assessment and structural mitigation.
The proposed technical engineering solutions will be designed with the social context in mind. They will take into account how and where they will be implemented. Part of the project focuses on community engagement using citizen science techniques. It also provides tailored monitoring and data analysis tools to define 'acceptable' outcomes. These tools help inform the technical programme of work and guide the effective implementation of mitigation strategies for multiple risks.
Thus, Challenging RISK aims to promote community-centric learning about risk and resilience. It also seeks to improve understanding of how models, research results, guidelines, and rules align with the needs and abilities of different communities.