Armen Amirkhanian

Dr. Armen Amirkhanian is Associate Professor in Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at The University of Alabama, researching infrastructure materials characterization with focus on concrete durability and non-destructive evaluation.

Education includes:

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2016)
• M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2012)
• B.S. in Ceramic and Materials Science Engineering, Clemson University (2009)

Research explores alkali-silica reaction mechanisms, atomic-scale characterization of alkali-activated materials, and novel testing methods for concrete infrastructure. Current projects investigate CO2 utilization for stronger concrete and tornado debris impact resistance.

Awards recognize teaching excellence and research innovation in civil engineering education.