Abbas Aminmansour

Abbas Aminmansour is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture, University of Illinois. His expertise spans structural steel engineering, tall building sustainability, and innovative educational technologies. He has contributed significantly to the design optimization of steel structures and the integration of multimedia tools in engineering education. His research emphasizes sustainable tall building practices, including environmental impact assessments and material efficiency.

Key research areas include structural steel design, sustainability metrics for high-rise structures, and pedagogical innovations using IT. Notable works include studies on Integrated Design and Construction of Tall Buildings and Sustainability Impact of Tall Buildings.

• Recipient of the AISC Special Achievement Award (2015) for contributions to structural steel education.
• Active in media engagement, including a 2023 analysis on global tall building trends.
• Developed SteelDEM, an AI-driven multimedia tool for structural steel learning (1994).

His work bridges technical innovation and real-world application, with a focus on advancing both construction practices and engineering education.