Andrew Graettinger

Andrew Graettinger serves as Associate Dean for Research at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's College of Engineering & Applied Science, advancing the institution's R1 research status through interdisciplinary initiatives. Previously, he held professorial roles at the University of Alabama, directing graduate programs in Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. His work focuses on applying GIS technology to address civil engineering challenges, with $7.5M+ in funded research.

Education:

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Northwestern University (1998)
• MS in Civil Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1994)
• BA in Geography, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1989)

Research emphases include community resilience post-extreme events, geotechnical sustainability, and 3D printing applications. His work bridges geospatial data analysis with infrastructure challenges, including disaster recovery frameworks and transportation system optimizations. Recent projects address flood resilience modeling, tornado impact assessment, and WisDOT data governance initiatives.

Grants and collaborations focus on large-scale data integration (e.g., LiDAR, machine learning) and disaster preparedness. His interdisciplinary approach combines engineering, environmental science, and policy to enhance regional resilience and innovation.