Mariapaola Riggio

Mariapaola Riggio is an Associate Professor of Wood Design and Architecture at Oregon State University's College of Forestry, holding the Richardson Chair in Wood Sciences and Forest Products. Her work bridges architectural design and structural engineering, focusing on sustainable wood applications in modern construction.

• PhD in Mechanical and Structural Engineering (University of Trento, 2007)
• MS in Architecture (University of Florence, 1997)

Research spans: timber mechanics, green building, structural health assessment, and circular economy principles in wood construction. She teaches courses like Timber Tectonics in the Digital Age and Building Design Innovation with Wood, emphasizing digital fabrication and sustainable practices.

Publications highlight timber's environmental performance, moisture management in CLT systems, and interdisciplinary pedagogy. Collaborations include partnerships with University of Oregon Architecture students.

• Scientific Award: Richardson Chair in Wood Sciences and Forest Products

Advises graduate students in advanced wood product research while leading projects on timber structural monitoring and sustainable design strategies.