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Roman Markiewicz is a Senior Scientist and Researcher at TU Wien's Research Area Foundation Engineering, Soil and Rock Mechanics. His work focuses on geothermal energy integration into urban and infrastructure systems, energy geostructures, and long-term monitoring of thermal activation in construction. Key projects include the thermo-active ground source system at Vienna's Taborstrasse metro station and geothermal utilization of the Lainzer Tunnel. His research emphasizes sustainable energy solutions, geotechnical applications, and infrastructure innovation to address global energy challenges. Markiewicz collaborates closely with professionals like Dietmar Adam and Adrian Brunner, contributing to advancements in energy-efficient construction and renewable energy systems. Research interests span geothermal energy extraction, energy piles, soil-rock mechanics, and the adaptation of infrastructure for thermal energy harvesting. His work bridges geotechnical engineering with environmental sustainability, aiming to optimize energy use in urban and civil engineering projects. Recent efforts highlight the analysis of long-term performance data from real-world installations to refine energy geostructure designs and improve system reliability.

• Geothermal Energy
• Energy Geostructures
• Soil Mechanics
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Univ.Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Dr.techn. Adam Dietmar is a Professor at the Institute of Geotechnical Engineering (E220) at TU Wien. His research focuses on geothermal energy integration, soil dynamics, compaction control, and energy geostructures. He leads projects involving thermo-active ground systems, railway construction, and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Notable work includes long-term studies on geothermal utilization in urban environments like the Lainzer Tunnel and Taborstrasse metro station. His contributions address climate change mitigation through geotechnical innovations. Key Projects: Thermo-active foundation systems, vibratory roller compaction, deep excavation modeling. Expertise: Geothermal energy, soil-structure interaction, and sustainable engineering practices. Research trends highlight advancements in energy-efficient geostructures, numerical modeling of subsurface systems, and field-tested compaction techniques. His work bridges theoretical analysis and practical implementation in infrastructure projects. He collaborates extensively with industry on equipment optimization (e.g., dynamic tamping devices) and material behavior studies (abrasion of loose rock). Current focus includes integrating geothermal solutions into urban renewal projects and improving compaction processes for railway maintenance.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Geothermal Energy
• Soil Dynamics
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Lyesse Laloui is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), where he directs the Laboratory for Soil Mechanics. He holds influential positions including European Vice President of the International Society of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) and Full Member of the Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences. His research spans geomechanics, geo-energy, and sustainable development. Key interests include energy geostructures, biomediated soils, smart urban design, soil mechanics, geothermal energy, and climate change adaptation. His work, inspired by natural systems, develops innovative technologies for renewable energy integration and resource optimization. Prof. Laloui's scientific contributions are recognized by prestigious awards: European Innovation Council (EIC) Grant (2023) Doctorate Honoris Causa from University of Cluj-Napoca (2022) and Heriot-Watt University (2022) Vienna Terzaghi Lecture (2022) ERC Proof of Concept Grant (2020) Kersten Lecture (2020) Advanced ERC Grant (2018) RM Quigley Award (2016) 30th Roberval Award (2018) Interpore Kimberly-Clark Distinguished Lectureship Award (2026) DFI John Mitchell Lecture (2025) He has secured major research grants including multiple ERC grants and founded five startups, notably Enerdrape (Swiss Top 100 in 2023-2024). As a thesis supervisor, he has guided numerous students. His extensive publication record includes over 380 papers and 13 books. Prof. Laloui leads the Laboratory for Soil Mechanics, Geo-engineering and CO2 Storage at EPFL, fostering a collaborative environment for advancing sustainable geotechnical solutions and urban underground space development.

• Geomechanics
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Geo-energy
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Johannes Pistrol is an Assistant Professor at TU Wien's Department of Geotechnical Engineering, Soil and Rock Mechanics, within the School of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering applications in infrastructure, including soil dynamics, compaction technology, railway construction, and geothermal energy integration. He has contributed to projects involving long-term monitoring of geothermal systems in urban infrastructure, vibratory roller compaction mechanics, and dynamic track stabilization. Key areas of expertise include the optimization of construction equipment for soil compaction, thermal energy utilization in civil structures, and sustainable infrastructure development. His work frequently addresses practical challenges in railway engineering and urban geothermal systems, such as the Taborstrasse metro station project in Vienna. He has supervised multiple theses on topics like ballast condition determination and plate compactor motion analysis. Publications highlight advancements in machine-ballast interaction analysis, vibratory roller vibration control, and the integration of geothermal energy into infrastructure. His research bridges theoretical geomechanics with applied construction technologies, emphasizing long-term performance and sustainability.

• Soil Dynamics
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Railway Construction
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