Habeeb Abbas

Habeeb Abbas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, specializing in structural engineering and earthquake-related research. He contributes to both undergraduate and graduate education through a diverse range of courses.

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2018), Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL, USA
• M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2004), Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
• B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2000), Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq

His research focuses on ground motion modeling, structural earthquake engineering, and the application of machine learning to analyze seismic data. He also explores structural design methodologies for steel and reinforced concrete in bridges and buildings.

Recent publications highlight his work on seismic coherency analysis using machine learning techniques, such as relevance vector machines. Key themes include structural dynamics, ground motion modeling, and seismic design of infrastructure.

He teaches foundational and advanced courses in civil engineering, including Statics, Structural Analysis, and Seismic Design, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the discipline.