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Brian L. Smith, PE is a Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Affairs at the University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science, specializing in Civil Engineering. He leads research in transportation systems with a focus on sustainability, cybersecurity, connected/automated vehicles, and smart infrastructure. Dr. Smith has authored over 150 publications and holds multiple patents. His work includes pioneering virtual reality tools for pedestrian safety, cybersecurity frameworks for autonomous systems, and innovations in traffic management.
Education:
- B.S., Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech (1989)
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Virginia (1991)
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Virginia (1995)
Research Interests: Dr. Smith's work spans advanced transportation technologies, including cooperative systems, probe-based traffic monitoring, and AI-driven infrastructure solutions. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address urban mobility challenges, such as integrating cybersecurity into vehicle networks and optimizing smart city systems.
Awards:
- Fellow, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
- ASCE Huber Research Award (2006)
- NSF CAREER Award
- Eno Transportation Leadership Fellow
His advisory roles include guiding state/national transportation policies and serving as an associate editor for the ASCE Journal of Transportation Engineering. He founded the University of Virginia's Center for Transportation Studies and leads the Link Lab's transportation research initiatives.
Teaching: Courses include CE 6440 (Advanced Transportation Systems) and CE 5000 (Construction Project Management), emphasizing hands-on learning and industry collaboration.
