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Professor Alessandro Palermo holds a faculty position in Structural Engineering at UC San Diego's Jacobs School of Engineering. His research focuses on seismic resilience of concrete bridges, timber building systems (PRES-LAM), and sustainable infrastructure using recycled materials. Prior to joining UCSD, he was a professor at the University of Canterbury and Politecnico di Milano.
Education includes a PhD in Seismic Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2004), MS in Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete (1999), and Laurea in Structural Engineering (1997). His work integrates concepts of resilience, sustainability, and digital fabrication, with recent projects exploring 3D-printed concrete technologies for seismic-resistant housing.
Research spans: (1) Seismic design of bridges using low-damage rocking systems; (2) Development of mass timber structures with post-tensioning; (3) Novel cementitious materials incorporating waste products; and (4) Corrosion impact on infrastructure. His publications show strong emphasis on experimental validation and practical implementation.
Awards highlight international recognition in structural engineering: ABC Person of the Year (2021), ASCE Alfred Noble Award (2020), and multiple best-paper honors from IABSE and NZSEE. His teaching excellence is evidenced by multiple 'Best Lecturer' awards at Canterbury.
