About
Bhaven Naik is an Associate Professor at the Russ College of Engineering and Technology within Ohio University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on transportation systems engineering, highway safety, and pavement analysis. He joined Ohio University in 2014 after roles at the Mid-America Transportation Center and University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Naik holds a Ph.D. (2010), M.S. (2004), and B.S. (2003) in Civil Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, along with a Diploma from Copperbelt University (Zambia). His work integrates statistical methods and advanced testing to address transportation challenges, including traffic microsimulation, intelligent transportation systems, and infrastructure sustainability.
Key Research Areas:
- Traffic signal optimization and dilemma zone mitigation
- Pavement degradation mechanisms and tree canopy impacts
- Material testing for highway safety barriers and asphalt durability
- Weather and mobility impacts on transportation systems
- Smart infrastructure technologies
His recent publications emphasize pavement performance under environmental stressors, barrier technology validation, and pandemic-era transportation behavior shifts. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach to solving real-world engineering problems.
