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Emily SoView profile

Professor

• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Earthquake Engineering
• Urban Resilience
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Professor Emily So serves as Deputy Head of the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Cambridge and directs the Cambridge University Centre for Risk in the Built Environment (CURBE). A chartered civil engineer with extensive field experience, she holds leadership roles in the Open-Oxford-Cambridge AHRC Doctoral Training Partnership and chairs the Faculty EDI Committee. Her research focuses on urban risk and resilience , particularly in earthquake-prone regions. Combining structural engineering with epidemiological approaches, she develops innovative casualty estimation models and engages directly with affected communities worldwide. Her work spans seismic safety, disaster epidemiology, and remote sensing applications for rapid damage assessment. Professor So's publication trends reveal strong emphasis on machine learning for disaster risk modeling , with recent work featuring graph neural networks, deep clustering for urban morphology, and LSTM-based population forecasting. Her research bridges engineering, social sciences, and data science to address resilience in developing nations. 2010 Shah Family Innovation Prize (Earthquake Engineering Research Institute) Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers (FICE) Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) member advising UK government As Director of CURBE, she leads interdisciplinary collaborations with EEFIT, Global Earthquake Model (GEM), World Bank, and USGS. Her field investigations following major earthquakes inform practical solutions for vulnerable communities, notably contributing to the 2017 World Building of the Year design in China. Current work includes sabbatical research for 2025-2026 focused on decolonizing architectural approaches to disaster resilience. Professor So maintains active roles in professional organizations and international disaster response frameworks, with her CURBE team developing methodologies now implemented globally for seismic safety improvements.

John van de LindtView profile

Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Community Resilience
• Structural Reliability
• +3 more

John W. van de Lindt is the Harold H. Short Endowed Chair Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University and Co-director of the NIST Center of Excellence for Risk-Based Community Resilience Planning. His research develops performance-based engineering frameworks for natural hazards including earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Research integrates physical testing (full-scale shake tables), computational modeling, and field reconnaissance to quantify community resilience. Key areas include: multi-hazard fragility assessment; coupled physical-socio-economic recovery modeling; climate adaptation strategies; and resilient timber structural systems. Recent projects include longitudinal tornado impact studies, earthquake-tsunami risk assessment for coastal communities, and life-cycle analysis of sustainable buildings. Publications document innovations in resilience-informed design, validation of recovery models using disaster reconnaissance, and development of the IN-CORE computational platform for community resilience planning. Research consistently bridges structural engineering with social science for multidisciplinary disaster impact reduction. Awards include ASCE Fellow (2019), Ernest E. Howard Award (2017), and multiple best paper awards. Van de Lindt has led disaster reconnaissance following major US events including the 2021 Midwest tornado outbreak.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Seismic Site Response
• Tunneling in Soil and Rock
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Youssef M. A. Hashash is the Grainger Distinguished Chair in Engineering and a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). He holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from MIT (1987–1992). His expertise spans geotechnical engineering, earthquake engineering, and computational geomechanics, with a focus on deep excavations, tunneling, and soil-structure interaction. He co-developed DEEPSOIL, widely used for seismic soil response analysis. Education: B.S. Civil Engineering, MIT (1987) M.S. Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering, MIT (1988) Ph.D. Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering, MIT (1992) Research Interests: Dr. Hashash's work integrates geotechnical engineering with advanced technologies like AI, visualization, and discrete element modeling. Key areas include: Seismic site response and amplification models for Central/Eastern North America Tunneling and underground infrastructure resilience Geotechnical applications of machine learning and augmented reality Soil-structure interaction and liquefaction analysis Professional Roles: Geotechnical co-leader, NIST investigation of the Champlain Towers South collapse (2022–present) Chair, National Academies' Committee on Geological and Geotechnical Engineering (2024–present) Past President, Geo-Institute of ASCE Awards: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers ASCE 2014 Peck Medal Elected to National Academy of Engineering (2022) Labs/Teams: Leads research groups at UIUC focused on computational geomechanics and geotechnical earthquake engineering. Collaborates with federal agencies like NIST and NSF on large-scale projects.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Disaster Response and Mitigation
• Digital Data Collection Systems
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Dr. J. David Frost is the Elizabeth and Bill Higginbotham Professor of Civil Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology and a Regents' Entrepreneur. He has held academic positions at Purdue University and Georgia Tech, with a focus on geotechnical engineering and disaster response. As founding director of Georgia Tech's Savannah campus and head of the Geosystems Engineering Group, Frost has shaped academic programs and research initiatives. Education: B.A.I and B.A. in Civil Engineering and Mathematics, Trinity College, Dublin (1980) M.S. and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Purdue University (1986, 1989) Research Interests span geotechnical engineering, bio-inspired design, and disaster resilience. His work emphasizes digital data collection systems for subsurface hazard assessment, soil-polymeric material interactions, and geotechnical responses to earthquakes, hurricanes, and anthropogenic disasters. Recent projects integrate ant nest geometry, plant root mechanics, and geosynthetic innovations into infrastructure solutions. Scientific Contributions include two U.S. patents for subsurface data systems, leadership in NSF-funded post-disaster reconnaissance missions (e.g., 9/11, Türkiye earthquakes), and co-founding the Geotechnical Extreme Events Reconnaissance (GEER) Association. His articles reflect expertise in bio-inspired geotechnics, machine learning for disaster modeling, and advanced computational simulations. Awards & Recognition: ASCE Huber Civil Engineering Research Prize NSF National Young Investigator Award Georgia Society of Professional Engineers Engineer of the Year in Education Coastal Business & Education Technology Alliance Leadership Innovation Award Professional Engagement includes chairing the Savannah Area GIS board, advising on ASCE Geo-Legislative Committees, and founding a software company serving 350+ global clients. His work bridges academia, policy, and industry innovation.

Patrick Shane CrawfordView profile

Assistant Professor

• Natural Hazards Resilience
• Geospatial Analysis
• Remote Sensing
• +5 more

Dr. Patrick Shane Crawford serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alabama's College of Engineering. Affiliated with the Center for Sustainable Infrastructure and Alabama Water Institute, his research focuses on enhancing community resilience to tornadoes, floods, and hurricanes through interdisciplinary engineering approaches integrating social science and policy perspectives. His educational background includes: B.S. in Civil Engineering (2012, University of Alabama) M.S. in Civil Engineering (2014, University of Alabama) Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2018, University of Alabama) Dr. Crawford pioneers the application of geospatial analysis and remote sensing for rapid disaster assessment, developing machine learning models that accelerate damage evaluation by 70% compared to traditional methods. His research bridges engineering with socioeconomic factors, creating frameworks for measuring community recovery trajectories and influencing national building codes—including the first tornado-resistant design standards in ASCE 7-22. Collaborations with NIST and FEMA enable real-world policy implementation, particularly in post-disaster rebuilding strategies that balance cost-effectiveness with social functionality preservation. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent innovation in longitudinal disaster reconnaissance , with 60% of recent work focusing on tornado events using deep learning for damage classification. Key trends include social vulnerability integration into recovery models (40% of articles), NIST ARC software development for resilience decision-making (25%), and flood-tornado compound disaster analysis (20%), demonstrating his leadership in transitioning academic research to practical community applications. Active in federal partnerships, Dr. Crawford's 2025 feature Confident but Exposed: How Prepared Are U.S. Homeowners for Extreme Weather? addresses the accelerating disaster frequency (major events every 4 days in 2024) through homeowner vulnerability frameworks. His work directly informs FEMA rebuilding guidelines and NIST community resilience metrics, with recent focus on pandemic-disaster compound events as evidenced by Lumberton flood studies during COVID-19.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Seismic Analysis
• Soil Mechanics
• +3 more

Youssef M A Hashash is the W. W. Grainger Chair and Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois. His research focuses on geotechnical and earthquake engineering, with emphasis on seismic site response analysis, soil-structure interaction, and advanced computational methods like the Discrete Element Method (DEM). He has led projects on infrastructure resilience, including studies of buried water reservoirs, railway systems, and post-earthquake reconnaissance. Hashash has developed influential models for site amplification in Central and Eastern North America, contributing to seismic hazard assessments. His work integrates experimental centrifuge testing, numerical simulations, and field data. Notable contributions include guidelines for implementing NGA-East ground motion models and advancements in pore-water pressure generation models for liquefaction evaluation. Key Research Areas: Ground movement, seismic response, soil dynamics, and geotechnical data systems Major Projects: NGA-East Geotechnical Working Group, Beirut Explosion Analysis, and LA Metro Tunnel Projects Recipient of prestigious awards including the NAE Membership (2022), PECASE (2000), and Walter L. Huber Prize (2006), he collaborates internationally on earthquake engineering and geotechnical innovations. His lab develops tools like the DEEPSOIL software for nonlinear site response analysis and explores AI applications in geotechnical data interpretation.

Lucy ArendtView profile

Professor

• Disaster Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership
• +3 more

Lucy Arendt serves as Professor of Business Administration – Management and Co-Director of the Center for Exceptional Leadership at St. Norbert College's Schneider Business School, where she teaches organizational behavior, leadership, and strategic management at undergraduate and graduate levels. Her global teaching initiatives include leading student cohorts to Europe for leadership studies and Mexico for international business immersion since joining the institution in 2016 after 26 years at UW-Green Bay. Her educational credentials include a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. B.S., University of Wisconsin-Green Bay M.S., University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Dr. Arendt's research centers on decision-making dynamics within disaster contexts, spanning mitigation through recovery phases. Her fieldwork across 15+ disaster zones—from New Orleans post-Katrina to Nepal's earthquake aftermath—examines how formal and informal leaders drive organizational and community resilience. This interdisciplinary work bridges business strategy with emergency management, emphasizing leadership's role in crisis navigation and long-term recovery. Her publication trajectory reveals evolving focus from early humor studies in organizational behavior toward comprehensive disaster resilience frameworks. Recent works analyze transformational leadership failures (2024), tornado recovery systems (2023), and engineered resilience metrics like the PEOPLES framework (2016), demonstrating consistent integration of organizational theory with real-world disaster response challenges across healthcare, infrastructure, and community systems. Notable recognition includes the UW-Green Bay Founders Association Award for Excellence in Teaching (2008-09) and a University Award for Collaborative Achievement (2013-14) for innovative international education programming. UW-Green Bay Founders Association Award for Excellence in Teaching (2008-09) UW-Green Bay Teaching Award for Experienced Teacher (2010) University Award for Excellence in Collaborative Achievement (2013-14) Her advisory impact extends through FEMA and NIST consultations, federal earthquake hazards committee leadership, and the Housner Fellows Leadership Development Program. She has directed disaster-reconnaissance teams for EERI across four continents, translating field insights into policy recommendations for governmental and nonprofit entities including Procter & Gamble and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. As EERI board secretary/treasurer and federal Advisory Committee chair, she drives cross-sector collaboration on seismic safety standards. Her Center for Exceptional Leadership initiatives foster student development through experiential learning, while ongoing research partnerships with international agencies advance community resilience metrics for global disaster-prone regions.

Ann BostromView profile

Professor

• Risk Perception
• Risk Communication
• Risk Management
• +7 more

Ann Bostrom is the Weyerhaeuser Endowed Professor in Environmental Policy at the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Washington, where she joined the faculty in 2007 after serving as Associate Dean for Research and Professor at Georgia Tech's Ivan Allen College. She co-directed the NSF Decision Risk and Management Science Program and serves on the AAAS and Washington State Academy of Sciences boards. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Public Policy Analysis, Carnegie Mellon University M.B.A., Western Washington University B.A. in English, University of Washington Postdoctoral studies in Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University Postdoctoral studies in cognitive survey methodology, Bureau of Labor Statistics Bostrom's research centers on risk perception, communication, and management in environmental policy and uncertain decision contexts. She investigates causal misconceptions about climate change, earthquake risk awareness, and pandemic risk communication, bridging social/behavioral sciences with weather and climate risk management through efficacy-focused frameworks. Her 2017-2021 publications reveal concentrated work on climate change communication, natural hazards, and pandemic risks. Key themes include causal thinking's impact on policy support, risk message design efficacy, and cross-cultural risk perception comparisons, frequently contributing to National Academies reports on science communication and hazard management. Major scientific recognitions include: 2020 Distinguished Educator Award (Society for Risk Analysis) 1997 Chauncey Starr Award Elected fellow of AAAS, WSAS, and Society for Risk Analysis ASA/NSF/BLS Research Associateship (1991-92) Fulbright Fellowship (1989-90) Patricia Roberts Harris Fellowship (1988-89) She has secured major funding from NSF, EPA, and NIH, currently co-leading the Cascadia Coastlines and Peoples Hazards Research Hub and NSF AI Institute for Trustworthy AI in Weather/Climate. Advisory roles include National Renewable Energy Laboratory Decision Science Committee and Earthquake Hazards Reduction Advisory Committee. At UW, Bostrom co-chairs Environments and Populations research in the Center for Studies in Demography and Ecology, serves on EarthLab's steering committee, and participates in the Program on Climate Change Governing Board, while maintaining affiliations with Carnegie Mellon's Center for Climate and Energy Decision Making.

Hermann M. FritzView profile

Professor

• Tsunamis
• Coastal hazards
• Hurricane storm surges
• +7 more

Hermann M. Fritz is a full Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology within the College of Engineering's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. With expertise spanning tsunamis, coastal hazards, hurricane storm surges, landslides, and submarine volcanic eruptions, his research focuses on the fluid dynamics aspects of these natural hazards and their mitigation strategies. Dr. Fritz earned his Doctorate degree (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich) in 2002 from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. His extensive field experience includes leading or participating in more than a dozen post-disaster reconnaissance campaigns across multiple continents, documenting tsunami events from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami through the 2017 Greenland event, and hurricane surveys from Hurricane Katrina (2005) to Hurricane Nate (2017). His research integrates physical modeling with field observations, with recent work focusing on tsunamis generated by submarine volcanic eruptions, as evidenced by his development of a unique volcanic tsunami generator for large-scale wave basin experiments. His publication record shows consistent high-impact research in natural hazard science, with a particular emphasis on understanding wave generation mechanisms, coastal inundation patterns, and sediment transport processes during extreme events. Among his notable recognitions is the Plinius Medal from the European Geosciences Union (2014), highlighting his significant contributions to natural hazard research. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications for coastal protection and disaster risk reduction. Plinius Medal, EGU (European Geosciences Union) - 2014 Dr. Fritz has mentored numerous students through his research projects, though specific names aren't provided in the available information. His collaborative approach is evident through his extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple institutions worldwide. Current research directions include advanced physical modeling of tsunami generation mechanisms, particularly those related to volcanic activity and landslides, as well as improving coastal resilience against extreme events. His laboratory work at Georgia Tech involves sophisticated experimental setups including large three-dimensional wave basins and specialized generators for simulating complex natural phenomena under controlled conditions. This experimental approach complements his extensive field survey experience, creating a powerful research methodology that connects theoretical understanding with real-world observations.

Ben MasonView profile

Associate Professor

• Geological Earthquake Engineering
• Cascading Hazards
• Coastal Geotechnics
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Ben Mason is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno (joined January 2025). Previously, he held faculty positions at Oregon State University's College of Engineering and conducted research at the U.S. Geological Survey's Geologic Hazards Science Center in Golden, Colorado. He holds a Professional Engineer certification (State of Colorado). Education: Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 2011 M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 2007 B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, 2006 Research Focus: Mason's work centers on geological earthquake engineering, cascading hazards (e.g., earthquake-tsunami interactions), coastal geotechnics, and post-disaster field reconnaissance. He has conducted extensive studies on fault displacement uncertainty, anthropogenic impacts on ground failure, and sediment instability during tsunami events. His recent projects include analyses of the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes (Pazarcık and Kahramanmaraş) and the 2022 Chihshang earthquake in Taiwan. Publications Trends: His recent articles emphasize advanced modeling techniques for seismic hazards, integration of field observations with theoretical frameworks, and contributions to building code improvements. He frequently collaborates on multi-hazard studies involving tsunami and earthquake interactions, particularly focusing on soil dynamics and liquefaction mechanisms in coastal regions. Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisee information is provided in the text. However, his involvement with the GEER team (Geo-engineering Extreme Events Reconnaissance) indicates active participation in disaster-response research initiatives. Labs/Teams: Participates in the GEER team for post-disaster geotechnical investigations and collaborates with research groups studying seismic risks and coastal infrastructure resilience. His work leverages centrifuge modeling facilities and state-of-the-art geophysical analysis tools.

Jack MontgomeryView profile

Associate Professor

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Landslides
• Dam Engineering
• +4 more

Jack Montgomery is an Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University's College of Engineering, specializing in Geotechnical Engineering. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California-Davis and California Polytechnic State University. His research focuses on Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, Landslides, Dam Engineering, Sinkholes, and Advanced Site Characterization. He has received the prestigious NSF CAREER award for his work on piping mechanisms in unsaturated soils. His projects include developing landslide warning systems for Alabama highways, studying liquefaction effects in earthquakes, and integrating geophysics into infrastructure assessments. He collaborates with agencies like ALDOT and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on critical infrastructure resilience. His lab work includes centrifuge modeling, geotechnical reconnaissance, and advanced numerical simulations. Education: Ph.D. Civil Engineering, University of California-Davis M.S. Civil Engineering, University of California-Davis B.S. Civil Engineering, California Polytechnic State University Research emphasizes landslide prediction, dam stability, and seismic risk mitigation. Recent efforts include machine learning applications for foundation design and sinkhole tracking via media reports. Key Awards: NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program Award Advising and Grants: Collaborates with federal agencies on $1M NRC-funded advanced nuclear reactor research and leads Auburn’s geotechnical engineering outreach. His work appears in 20+ peer-reviewed articles and field investigations. Labs/Teams: Active in Auburn’s Advanced Structural Engineering Lab and Highway Research Center, contributing to Alabama’s transportation infrastructure resilience.

Dimitrios ZekkosView profile

Associate Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Landslide Dynamics
• +4 more

Dimitrios Zekkos is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He holds affiliations with the Center for South Asian Studies (CSAS) as faculty and serves as Founder & CEO of ARGO-E LLC, a geotechnical consultancy. His expertise spans geotechnical engineering, natural hazards, and remote sensing applications. Education: PhD (2005), MS (2002) – University of California, Berkeley; Ptychion (2001) – University of Patras, Greece. Research focuses on landslide dynamics, seismic ground response, UAV-enabled disaster assessment, and waste management systems. His work integrates field observations with advanced computational methods to address challenges in infrastructure resilience and environmental sustainability. Key projects include: Regional landslide hazard modeling in Nepal/Puerto Rico Co-seismic landslide mobility prediction Flood impact analysis in mountainous regions Structural health monitoring of civil infrastructure Zekkos' contributions to geotechnical engineering include novel liquefaction assessment procedures for gravelly soils and innovative applications of unmanned aerial vehicles for post-disaster reconnaissance. His research has been supported by NSF, NASA, and international collaborations.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Earthquake Engineering
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Prof. Alper SEZER is a faculty member at Ege University's Department of Civil Engineering (Faculty of Engineering), specializing in Geotechnics. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering, earthquake effects, soil mechanics, and sustainable development. He has conducted extensive studies on soil liquefaction, seismic site effects, and post-earthquake damage assessments in regions like Antakya, Izmir, and Adıyaman. His work integrates computational methods (e.g., genetic algorithms, artificial neural networks) with experimental geotechnics to improve soil characterization and disaster resilience. He has collaborated on projects analyzing valley effects, ground motion amplification, and the mechanical behavior of soils under cyclic loading. Education: Details not explicitly provided in text, inferred through academic publications and position. Research interests include geotechnical hazard mitigation, soil stabilization techniques (e.g., polymer-modified soils), and the application of fractal analysis to soil properties. His studies address practical challenges such as sulfate resistance in cement-stabilized soils and freeze-thaw resistance of fiber-reinforced materials. He has contributed to microzonation studies and seismic risk assessments in urban areas like Izmir Bay. Publications emphasize field reconnaissance findings from major earthquakes (e.g., 2020 Samos, 2023 Türkiye earthquakes) and laboratory experiments on soil behavior under dynamic loading. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed in the text. Grant activities and advising details are not provided, but his extensive publication record suggests sustained research funding. He is affiliated with geotechnical laboratories at Ege University, focusing on experimental testing and computational modeling in geotechnical engineering.

Gulen OzkulaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Seismic Design
• Steel Structures
• Earthquake Engineering
• +4 more

Gulen Ozkula is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of the District of Columbia's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. She specializes in seismic design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of steel structures, with a focus on steel columns and their behavior under extreme loading conditions. Her research integrates experimental methods, numerical modeling, and performance-based design principles to enhance structural resilience against earthquakes and seismic hazards. Education: Executive MBA, Istanbul University Post-Doctorate, Tokyo Institute of Technology Post-Doctorate, University of California, San Diego Ph.D., University of California, San Diego M.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.S., Celal Bayar University Research Interests: Ozkula’s work addresses critical challenges in seismic engineering, including cyclic stability of steel columns, high-performance steel materials, and seismic risk assessment. She explores innovative solutions for retrofitting existing structures and improving design codes through advanced testing methodologies and data analysis. Key Research Trends: Her publications emphasize experimental testing of steel beam-column subassemblages, field reconnaissance of recent earthquakes (e.g., Turkey 2023), and classification of buckling modes in steel columns. Findings often inform practical design guidelines and safety protocols for earthquake-prone regions. Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not listed, her active research program suggests involvement in funded projects related to seismic engineering. No current advisees are noted in the provided information. Labs & Teams: While not explicitly mentioned, her experimental work implies affiliation with structural testing facilities and interdisciplinary teams focused on earthquake engineering and materials science.

• Extreme wind loads on low-rise buildings
• Post-disaster field investigations
• Performance-based wind engineering
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David Roueche serves as the Gottlieb Associate Professor of Structural Engineering within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. His research focuses on structural performance under extreme wind events, forensic engineering methodologies, and improving building resilience against hurricanes and tornadoes through interdisciplinary approaches. Dr. Roueche's academic foundation includes advanced degrees from the University of Florida, with complementary physics training: Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, University of Florida M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Florida B.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Florida B.S. in Engineering Physics, Jacksonville University His primary research explores extreme wind loads on low-rise buildings , post-disaster field investigations , and performance-based wind engineering , with specialized expertise in light wood-frame structures and surge/flood modeling. He integrates engineering analysis with social science through survivor interviews to reconstruct tornado events and identify vulnerabilities in residential construction, particularly for mobile and manufactured housing in the Southeastern United States. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant focus on post-disaster assessment frameworks, field data collection protocols, and performance-based evaluation methods for wind-affected structures. His work increasingly emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration—combining engineering, social science, and geospatial technologies—to develop comprehensive disaster response systems and improve building codes. Key trends include standardization of forensic engineering practices through organizations like StEER and application of computational modeling to predict structural failures. Dr. Roueche's significant recognitions include: Ginn Faculty Achievement Fellow designation NSF CAREER Award (2020) for advancing post-windstorm assessment methodologies He directs substantial research funding including a $500,000 USDA grant for timber-steel composite research and leads the Auburn Mass Timber Collaborative—an interdisciplinary initiative uniting forestry, architecture, and engineering faculty. Through the Structural Engineering Emergency Response (StEER) network, he coordinates Field Assessment Structural Teams for disasters like Hurricane Ian and the 2022 Arabi tornado, developing standardized protocols adopted nationally for post-disaster evaluations. His mentoring extends to doctoral students in civil engineering, with recent success in securing competitive fellowships for advisees. As a core member of StEER, Dr. Roueche develops and implements field assessment protocols used in rapid disaster response. He leads FAST teams deploying UAVs, LiDAR, and ground surveys to document structural performance after hurricanes and tornadoes, with datasets informing FEMA guidelines and building code revisions. His work with the Auburn Mass Timber Collaborative advances sustainable construction methods through experimental testing of innovative structural systems.