ABSTRACT
The recent destructive earthquakes occurred around the world revealed that the existing knowledge and techniques are still not sufficient to achieve safety against earthquakes at an effective cost. It is believed that in-depth research to earthquake engineering is urgently needed. It provides a profitable field for China-U.S. bilateral cooperation and international cooperation as well, particularly in the new era of the coming Century. In this paper an extensive research program to earthquake engineering both in traditional and non-traditional approaches for future cooperation are recommended. The application of modern advanced technologies and its potential roles in seismic disaster reduction are emphasized.
