Lea Buchholz

Lea Buchholz is a doctoral researcher at the Institute of Structural Design (KE) and Institute of Construction and Design at the University of Stuttgart, affiliated with the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC. Her work focuses on computational design and timber engineering, particularly steel-timber dowel-type connections.

• Education: M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from University of Stuttgart (2015–2021)
• Awards: Dr. Artur Fischer Prize 2021, Leonhardt-Andrä Study Prize 2021

Research interests include experimental and numerical analysis of timber joint stiffness, finite element modeling, and sustainable hardwood processing. Recent publications address design proposals for steel-timber connections in beech LVL and computational guidelines for timber structures. She contributes to projects like RP 7-1 and AP 20, emphasizing innovative construction techniques.

Scientific Awards:

• Dr. Artur Fischer Prize 2021
• Leonhardt-Andrä Study Prize 2021

Her work integrates computational methods with physical testing, advancing hybrid timber engineering solutions for modern construction.