Amir Mirmiran

Amir Mirmiran is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Texas at Tyler. He holds a PhD from the University of Maryland (1991) and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida. His research specializes in advanced construction materials and structural systems, particularly fiber-reinforced polymer composites and ultra-high-performance concrete applications for infrastructure.

Mirmiran's research encompasses material development, structural testing, and computational modeling of innovative construction systems. His work focuses on improving resilience of critical infrastructure against environmental hazards and extending service life through advanced materials. Recent investigations examine hybrid reinforcement systems and hurricane-resistant structural designs.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three primary research streams: material characterization of UHPC composites (40%), structural performance under extreme loads (35%), and innovative structural systems for bridges and roofs (25%). His experimental work consistently integrates numerical modeling and advanced measurement techniques like digital image correlation.

Awards & Honors:

• Honorary Charter Member of National Academy of Inventers (2013)
• ASCE Miami-Dade Branch Engineer of the Year (2009)
• International Institute for FRP Service Award (2010)

Mirmiran holds multiple US patents for structural systems including wind-resistant concrete roof components and prestressed FRP concrete members. His industry contributions include developing design guidelines for FRP-strengthened concrete structures and conducting full-scale testing for transportation infrastructure.