Monaco Paola

Dr. Paola Monaco is a Full Professor of Geotechnical Engineering (CEAR-05/A) at the University of L'Aquila. She is affiliated with the Department of Civil, Construction-Architectural and Environmental Engineering, where she specializes in geotechnical systems and infrastructure resilience. Her work addresses critical challenges in earthquake-prone regions, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications in civil engineering.

Research focuses on:

• Soil mechanics and foundation design
• Seismic response of geostructures
• Sustainable construction materials
• Environmental interactions in civil engineering systems

Professor Monaco maintains active involvement in academic governance through her role in faculty recruitment and research area representation. Her laboratory and field work contributes to developing earthquake-resistant infrastructure solutions relevant to central Italy's seismic profile.