Daicong Da

Daicong Da is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering at Boise State University, where he joined in 2023. His research focuses on mechanics of materials, design optimization, and data-driven approaches for advanced and multifunctional materials and structures.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Université Paris-Est, France
• Postdoctoral Scholar, Northwestern University
• Research Associate, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Dr. Da's research is centered on fracture mechanics and material design, employing multiscale modeling and data-driven optimization to enhance fracture toughness and structural performance. His work integrates computational methods like phase field modeling and homogenization with experimental validation to develop advanced multifunctional materials.

Recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward computational fracture mechanics, with emphasis on topology optimization for fracture resistance, multiscale thermal design, and model reduction techniques. These studies bridge theoretical frameworks with practical applications in mechanical metamaterials and architected structures.

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