John Sobanjo

John Sobanjo is a Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the Florida A&M University-Florida State University (FAMU-FSU) College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University (1991), an M.S. from the University of Michigan (1984), and a B.S. from the University of Lagos (1980). His research focuses on infrastructure engineering, transportation systems, and sustainable construction materials. Notably, he has pioneered work in bridge management systems, pavement evaluation, and GPS/GIS applications in civil engineering.

Prof. Sobanjo’s professional experience includes roles as an Associate Professor (2001–present) and prior engineering positions with state transportation departments. He has advised numerous projects for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and contributed to national/international conferences. His work emphasizes integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and semi-Markov models for infrastructure resilience and safety.

Research interests span competing risks analysis in infrastructure deterioration, optimization of level crossings, and sustainable transportation networks. His awards include Fellow status in the American Society of Civil Engineers (F.ASCE). Key contributions include developing decision support tools for bridge management and improving safety at highway-rail grade crossings through multi-objective frameworks.

Prof. Sobanjo teaches courses in construction materials, planning, and project controls. His lab focuses on smart sensors (e.g., triboluminescence-based systems) for structural health monitoring. Collaborations include federal agencies like FHWA and global institutions.