Norman Abrahamson

Norman Abrahamson is a part-time Adjunct Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on the intersection of seismology and earthquake engineering, particularly on developing ground-motion models for practical applications in structural design and seismic risk assessment.

• Key Research Areas:
  • Non-ergodic ground-motion models
  • Numerical simulations and empirical data integration
  • Intensity prediction equations (IPE)
  • Radiation pattern effects in ground-motion models
  • Kappa scaling for high-frequency ground motion
  • Conditional ground-motion models for secondary parameters
• Notable Projects:
  • Design ground motions for dams, bridges, nuclear power plants, and critical infrastructure
  • International work in Western U.S., Eastern U.S., Europe, New Zealand, Taiwan, Chile, and Peru
• Scientific Recognition:
  • Awarded the 2024 Harry Fielding Reid Medal