Stefan Ritter

Stefan Ritter serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) within the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design, specifically in the Department of Built Environment. In parallel, he is a Senior Specialist at the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI), where he contributes to geotechnical engineering research and practice.

Education:

• BSc and MSc in Geotechnics and Tunnelling, University of Leoben, Austria
• Marshall Plan Fellow at MIT, USA (Master’s research)
• PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, University of Cambridge, UK (awarded Philip Turner Prize)

Research Interests:

Ritter's expertise lies in underground construction in soft soil, soil stabilisation, and the interaction between ground and built environment. He focuses on sustainable urban geotechnics, integrating underground space into urban planning, and advancing instrumentation and monitoring techniques to enhance geotechnical performance.

Scientific Awards:

• Philip Turner Prize for excellence in geotechnical centrifuge testing

Teaching and Mentorship:

Since February 2023, Ritter has been teaching the 10 ECTS MSc course Urban Geotechnics at OsloMet. While no specific student advisees are listed, his role involves direct engagement with master's students in geotechnical engineering.

Affiliations and Labs:

He is affiliated with NGI, Norway’s leading geotechnical research institute, and collaborates extensively on both national and international projects. His work bridges academic research and practical engineering solutions.