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Christopher D.P. BaxterView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Experimental Geomechanics
• Soil Behavior
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Christopher D.P. Baxter is a Professor and Department Chair of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the College of Engineering, University of Rhode Island , with expertise in geotechnical engineering, offshore wind energy, and coastal resilience. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech (1999), an M.S. from Purdue University (1994), and a B.S. from Tufts University (1990). Research Focus: Geotechnical characterization of marine sediments, liquefaction resistance analysis, fiber-optic sensing for infrastructure monitoring, and coastal protection systems. Recent Publications: 15+ articles (2011–2025) covering topics like shear wave velocity, offshore wind foundation dynamics, and tsunami hazard modeling. Grants: Led projects on offshore wind monitoring (2019–2024) and fiber-optic seismic sensing (2021–2023). Key Collaborations: Work with teams on submarine landslide analysis, coastal dune reinforcement, and Rhode Island infrastructure resilience. His work bridges experimental geomechanics with practical coastal engineering solutions.

Michael ScottView profile

Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Nonlinear Structural Analysis
• Finite Element Analysis
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Michael Scott is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University, part of the College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley (2004), an M.S. from the same institution (1999), and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University (1998). His research focuses on nonlinear structural analysis, dynamics, numerical methods, and software design, particularly in the context of bridges and fluid-structure interactions. He has developed widely used tools like OpenSees and contributed to multi-hazard resilience frameworks for infrastructure. Key research areas include tsunami impacts on coastal bridges, GPU-accelerated analysis, and machine learning applications for structural simulation. His work emphasizes sensitivity analysis and software reliability, with notable contributions to OpenSees and PFEM methodologies. He has been recognized with the 2019 Celebrate Excellence Awards for Online Teaching. His research also addresses bridge loading from truck platooning, seismic sensitivity, and ponding effects on structural steel roofs. Educations: Ph.D., Structural Engineering, UC Berkeley (2004) M.S., Structural Engineering, UC Berkeley (1999) B.S., Civil Engineering, NC State University (1998) Awards: 2019 Celebrate Excellence Awards, Online Teaching Award Key Contributions: Development of OpenSees software framework Pioneering work in PFEM for fluid-structure interaction Multi-hazard engineering for tsunami resilience

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.

Cláudia ReisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Coastal Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Natural Hazards Engineering
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Cláudia Reis is an Assistant Professor at Lehigh University with a joint appointment in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering and the Institute for Cyber-Physical Infrastructure and Energy (I-CPIE) within the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science. She teaches courses in Coastal and Offshore Infrastructure Engineering, Structural Analysis I, and Finite Element Method in Structural Engineering. Her research focuses on fluids-solids interaction in coastal and offshore engineering, multi-risk management, and multi-scale/multi-physics modeling of critical infrastructure in multi-hazard regions. Dr. Reis leads the NHERI Lehigh Experimental Facility as a Co-Principal Investigator and chairs the Advanced Technology for Large Structural Systems (ATLSS) Engineering Research Center. She has secured grants including a PITA Grant ('Resiliency of Coastal Infrastructure') and a PEER Transportation Systems Research Program project ('Cascading Seismic and Tsunami Loads for the Design of Open Wharves'). Her work integrates computational methods like smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) and finite volume techniques to address tsunami and earthquake impacts. She contributes to national/international committees such as NHERI and FIB, and serves on editorial boards and grant review panels. Dr. Reis' research emphasizes infrastructure resilience, cascading hazards, and exascale computing applications for natural hazard mitigation.

• Sedimentology
• Stratigraphy
• Marine Geoscience
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Professor Jody Webster is a leading marine geoscientist and Co-Coordinator of the Geocoastal Research Group at the University of Sydney's School of Geosciences. His multidisciplinary research integrates sedimentology, stratigraphy, marine geology, geophysics, paleoecology, and numerical modeling to study coral reef systems and carbonate platforms as critical archives of climate and sea-level change. Research Interests: Jody focuses on Carbonate sedimentology Climate change impacts on reef systems Tectonic influences on sedimentary evolution International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) core analysis Great Barrier Reef and Hawaii as model systems Sea-level and environmental change during glacial-interglacial transitions . Publications: His recent work examines reef responses to meltwater pulses (MWP-1A/B), Holocene nutrient dynamics in the Great Barrier Reef, and carbonate platform drowning mechanisms. He contributes to databases like RADReef (global reef accretion rates) and numerical tools for reef growth modeling. Awards: Recognized with the 2021 Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research Multiple ARC Discovery grants International research ship time awards . Teaching: Coordinates courses in marine geoscience (GEOS2115, GEOS3009, MARS5007) and mentors students in reef sedimentology, stratigraphy, and climate modeling. Collaborations: Partnerships with institutions like Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) Universities of Tokyo, Granada, and Wisconsin-Madison International societies (ISRS, AGU, IAS) .

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Discrete Element Method (DEM)
• Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM)
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Nicholas Sitar is the Edward G. Cahill and John R. Cahill Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley , affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering under the College of Engineering. His career spans decades of pioneering work in geotechnical earthquake engineering and computational geomechanics. Education : Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical) from Stanford University (1979), M.S. in Geology (Hydrogeology) from Stanford University (1975), B.A.Sc. in Geological Engineering from the University of Windsor, Canada (1973). Research Interests : Dr. Sitar’s research focuses on geotechnical earthquake engineering , seismic slope stability , and rock erosion , with a strong emphasis on computational methods like the Discrete Element Method (DEM) and Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM). He pioneered the application of wireless sensor networks for seismic monitoring and developed advanced DEM-LBM coupling techniques to model rock-fluid interactions, including tsunami waves triggered by rock slope failures and scour in unlined rock channels. Publication Trends : His recent work highlights 3D numerical modeling of granular flows, rock slope kinematics, and depositional fabric analysis using X-ray tomography. He explores seismic earth pressures, levee stability under variable seepage, and dynamic rock-water interactions, often integrating stochastic methods and high-fidelity simulations. Contact : He can be reached at sitar@berkeley.edu in his office at 449 Davis Hall, with office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Ioan NistorView profile

Professor

• Coastal Engineering
• Hydraulic Engineering
• Extreme Hydrodynamic Loading
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Dr. Ioan Nistor is a Professor of Hydraulic and Coastal Engineering at the University of Ottawa , affiliated with the Department of Civil Engineering . He also serves as the Assistant Vice-Provost, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies . His research focuses on hazards associated with extreme hydrodynamic loading on infrastructure, coastal erosion, and disaster risk reduction. He chairs the Maritime and Coastal Division of IAHR and contributes to design guidelines for tsunami-resistant buildings through the ASCE7 Tsunami Loads Subcommittee . Dr. Nistor holds editorial roles at Journal of Waterways, Ports, Coastal and Ocean Engineering (ASCE), Coastal Engineering Journal , and Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering . He has received prestigious awards, including the 2014 JWPCOE Outstanding Paper Award and the 2010 Tsunami International Society Award. Prior to academia, he worked as a hydraulic engineer at AECOM-TECSULT Montreal , contributing to water resources projects globally. Research Interests: Tsunami impact mitigation, dam failure analysis, coastal vegetation dynamics, climate change adaptation, and nature-based solutions for coastal protection. Professional Activities: Board member of the Canadian Coastal Science and Engineering Association, voting member of ASCE7 Tsunami Subcommittee. His recent work emphasizes probabilistic tsunami hazard assessments and the integration of ecological engineering principles into coastal infrastructure design. Collaborative projects include Living Dyke initiatives and field studies on post-disaster resilience.

Yehuda BockView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Geodesy
• Lithospheric Deformation
• Seismology
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Yehuda Bock is a Senior Lecturer and Research Geodesist at the University of California San Diego (UCSD), affiliated with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and its Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics (IGPP). He directs the Scripps Orbit and Permanent Array Center (SOPAC), a key facility for geodetic data management and analysis. His roles include advancing seismogeodetic techniques for natural hazard mitigation and improving observational networks. Education: B.A. from New York University, B.S. from Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, M.S. and PhD from Ohio State University. Research focuses on crustal deformation, geodetic instrumentation, and integrating GNSS with seismic data for earthquake and tsunami warning systems. He explores applications of GNSS in meteorology, structural health monitoring, and climate studies. Recent work emphasizes real-time data fusion, machine learning for geophysical analysis, and understanding tectonic processes in regions like the San Andreas Fault and Cascadia Subduction Zone. His publications highlight advancements in deformation modeling, early warning systems, and interdisciplinary approaches to geoscience data.

Dare BaldwinView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Development
• Language Acquisition
• Event Processing
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Dare Baldwin is a Full Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Oregon , where she directs the Acquiring Minds Lab . Her research focuses on the intersection of language acquisition, cognitive development, event processing , and social-cognitive development . 541-346-4964 (Office) 467 Straub Hall and 210 Chapman Hall (Office Locations) Office Hours: Thursdays 12-1pm on Zoom; Fridays 9-10am in Straub Hall 467 Dr. Baldwin’s work explores how infants and young children acquire knowledge through social interactions , action processing , and language learning . Her lab investigates two major additional domains: the developmental consequences of malnutrition and human behavioral responses to natural hazards such as earthquakes. Current projects examine maternal thiamine supplementation effects on infant cognition and methodologies for online interpersonal understanding studies . Recent publications span: simulating human behavior under earthquake early warnings , infant language processing , micronutrient impacts on neurocognitive development , and event cognition mechanisms . Her lab employs interdisciplinary approaches combining eye-tracking , machine learning , and behavioral experiments . Current Lab Members: Doctoral Students: Netanel Weinstein, Scott Wallner, Elizabeth Loi, Karlena Ochoa Steigerwald, John Rochelle, Anaahat Bala Masters Students: Yasuhiro Tanaka, Leah Child, Jason Garrison, Julian Michels, Emily Neuhaus

Corentin CaudronView profile

Associate Professor

• Volcanology
• Geophysics
• Volcanic Hydrothermal Systems
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Corentin Caudron is an Associate Professor & Principal Investigator at the WEL Research Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB). His research focuses on volcano monitoring through geophysical approaches, with expertise in hydrothermal systems, magma dynamics, seismic noise analysis, volcanic lakes, infrasound, and hydroacoustics. He collaborates internationally with institutions in Indonesia, Iceland, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Hawaii. PhD in Science (2013) from ULB and Royal Observatory of Belgium MSc in Earth Sciences (2009) from ULB His three primary research routes include: Understanding (volcano-)hydrothermal systems using seismic and lake-monitoring approaches, with a focus on precursors to gas-driven eruptions Developing seismic noise-based methodologies (seismic interferometry, amplitude ratios, tremor analysis) for volcanic system monitoring Investigating low-frequency seismic and acoustic signals for underwater volcano degassing quantification Recent publications highlight trends in fiber optic volcano monitoring, machine learning for eruption forecasting, infrasound-seismic integration, and seasonal influences on volcanic activity. His team employs interdisciplinary techniques combining geochemistry and geophysics. Scientific contributions include: FNRS postdoctoral Fellow (2016-2017) Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Cambridge (2015-2016) Postdoctoral Fellow at Earth Observatory of Singapore (2013-2015) He actively supervises 8 PhD students and has co-supervised 2 former PhDs, with projects funded by FWO, FNRS, Wel-T, Fondation Wiener Anspach, and Catalyst. His lab maintains equipment like DAS/FBG interrogators, seismic arrays, and hydrophones. He serves as Co-Leader of the IAVCEI Commission on Volcanic Lakes and Editor for multiple journals.

Ben MaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Water Treatment
• Environmental Engineering
• Pathogen Control
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Dr. Ben Ma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). His research focuses on advancing water treatment technologies, pathogen control in water systems, and resilient infrastructure solutions using UV-based technologies. He also investigates earthquake-induced geotechnical hazards, including liquefaction, fault displacement mechanics, and multi-hazard interactions in coastal environments. His work integrates field reconnaissance, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to address real-world challenges in environmental and geotechnical engineering. Dr. Ma's research group explores innovative approaches to public health sanitation, water microbiome dynamics, and earthquake engineering. His recent work emphasizes improving seismic design codes through probabilistic hazard modeling and advancing understanding of anthropogenic impacts on ground failures. He has conducted field investigations in major earthquake events such as the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes and the 2018 Palu-Donggala disaster, contributing critical data to global geohazard research. His publications reflect expertise in soil-structure interaction, tsunami loading effects, and centrifuge testing methodologies. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific output and field contributions highlight his emerging influence in geotechnical and environmental engineering disciplines. Dr. Ma's advising and grant activities are not detailed here, but his active research group indicates ongoing mentorship of students. His lab focuses on bridging environmental microbiology with engineering solutions, particularly in water reuse systems and UV disinfection technologies.

Sabarethinam KameshwarView profile

Assistant Professor

• Infrastructure Resilience
• Multi-Hazard Performance of Structures
• Machine Learning for Natural Hazards
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Dr. Sabarethinam Kameshwar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU), within the College of Engineering. His research focuses on infrastructure and community resilience, multi-hazard performance of structures, and decision support systems for extreme events. He holds a Ph.D. from Rice University and a B.S. from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Rice University (2017) B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (2012) Research Interests: Dr. Kameshwar investigates infrastructure resilience to natural hazards, including hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes. His work integrates machine learning, fragility modeling, and decision-support frameworks to improve community resilience. Key areas include: Multi-hazard performance of bridges, buildings, and oil storage tanks Surrogate modeling for natural hazards research Decision support under uncertainties Life-cycle analysis and sustainability of infrastructure Students and Advising: He currently advises doctoral students focused on topics like road network resilience, bridge load prediction, and tsunami-induced debris impacts. Former advisees include Sai Aditya Bandaru, who studied bridge load posting prediction. Labs and Collaborations: His research group collaborates on projects such as post-hurricane reconnaissance (e.g., Hurricane Ida, Hurricane Laura) and experimental studies on tsunami debris damming forces. They also contribute to datasets like the StEER initiative.

• Geodesy
• Geophysics
• Planetary Sciences
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Shin-Chan Han is a Professor at the School of Engineering, University of Newcastle, Australia. He specializes in space geodesy, geophysics, and planetary sciences. His research focuses on analyzing satellite geodetic measurements and modeling geophysical processes related to mass distribution in Earth and terrestrial planets. He has contributed to missions like GRACE, GRAIL, and Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. Education: B.S. and M.S. from Seoul National University (South Korea), Ph.D. in Geodetic Science from Ohio State University (USA). Career highlights include postdoctoral work at Ohio State University and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. His research has led to advancements in gravity field analysis, ocean tides, and earthquake-induced mass changes. Awards: NASA Early Career Fellow, Geodesy Section Award (AGU), Robert H. Goddard Honor Award, William T. Pecora Award, and South Korean government recognition. He has supervised numerous students and postdocs, many now in academic and research roles globally. Scientific contributions include pioneering GRACE data processing techniques, analyzing lunar and Martian gravity fields via GRAIL, and developing methods to track climate changes via satellite gravity. Collaborations span geodesy, hydrology, and planetary science. He currently edits the Journal of Geophysical Research - Solid Earth.

Pedro LomonacoView profile

Professor

• Coastal Engineering
• Ocean Engineering
• Structural Engineering
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Pedro Lomonaco is a Professor and Director of the O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory at Oregon State University’s College of Engineering. He specializes in coastal and ocean engineering, focusing on wave-structure interactions, tsunami resilience, and offshore renewable energy systems. Prior roles include leading Spain’s Hydraulics, Coasts and Offshore Laboratory (2007–2014) and research at Canada’s National Research Council. Education: Ph.D. (Civil Engineering, University of Cantabria, 1999), M.Sc. (Coastal Engineering, IHE-Delft, 1994), B.Sc. (Civil Engineering, National University of Mexico, 1991). Research interests include physical and numerical modeling of wave dynamics, coastal infrastructure resilience, mangrove ecosystems’ protective roles, and floating offshore wind technologies. His work emphasizes disaster mitigation through hybrid green-gray infrastructure, debris dynamics in tsunamis, and scour protection for marine energy foundations. Key projects involve large-scale experimental facilities to study tsunami forces on bridges and buildings, wave attenuation by vegetation, and energy absorption systems. Advising and grants: While specific student names are unstated, his lab supports numerous graduate researchers. Major projects include NHERI-funded studies on coastal hazards and DOE-backed offshore wind initiatives. The Hinsdale Lab serves as a flagship facility for tsunami and wave research. Notable labs/teams: Leads the Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory, a NSF-funded National Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure (NHERI) site, enabling large-scale physical modeling of coastal hazards and renewable energy systems.

Andreia Plaza-FaverolaView profile

Researcher

• Marine Geology
• Geophysics
• Gas Hydrates
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Andreia Plaza-Faverola is a Researcher at the Department of Geosciences within the Faculty of Science and Technology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway. She leads the SEAMSTRESS project (2019-2024), a major initiative investigating tectonic stress effects on Arctic methane seepage, funded by Tromsø Research Foundation (11.1 MNOK) and the Research Council of Norway (NFR Frinatek). Her academic background includes: Geophysics studies at Universidad Simón Bolívar, Caracas, Venezuela MSc in Geology (2004) at Institute Français du Pétrole, France PhD in gas hydrates (2010) through collaboration between UiT and IFREMER Plaza-Faverola's research integrates geophysical methods , seismic analysis , and field studies to investigate methane seepage mechanisms in Arctic environments. Her work examines how glacial loading, tectonic forces, and sediment properties control greenhouse gas emissions from seabed reservoirs. This research has critical implications for understanding climate feedback loops and assessing submarine geohazards like landslides and tsunamis. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on Arctic fluid flow systems , with particular emphasis on Vestnesa Ridge and Fram Strait. Her methodology combines high-resolution 3D seismic imaging , ocean-bottom seismometry , and stress modeling to quantify seepage dynamics across geological timescales. A notable trend is the increasing integration of machine learning for seismic event detection and the examination of glacial-interglacial cycles' impact on methane release. As principal investigator of SEAMSTRESS, she manages a multidisciplinary team comprising 2 PhD students, 2 postdocs, a research assistant, and 2 short-term collaborators. The project involves extensive fieldwork including multiple research cruises to the West Svalbard margin, utilizing advanced instrumentation for in-situ pressure measurements and seismic monitoring. Her work is conducted through CAGE (Center for Arctic Gas Hydrates, Environment and Climate), a leading Norwegian research center. Plaza-Faverola actively contributes to international collaborations including the International Bathymetric Chart of the Arctic Ocean project. Her research directly informs climate models by characterizing methane flux rates and identifying geological triggers for abrupt gas release events in polar regions.