Jian Zhao

Jian Zhao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). He holds affiliations with the School of Engineering & Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on earthquake engineering, seismic design of concrete structures, structural modeling, and advanced materials for civil applications. He has contributed to projects involving real-time dynamic testing and energy-dissipation materials.

Education includes a PhD in Civil Engineering (Structures) from the University of Minnesota (2003), MS in Engineering Mechanics from Tongji University (1998), and BS in Structural Engineering from Tongji University (1993).

Research interests span structural behavior under seismic loads, smart concrete technologies, and bridge durability. Notable work includes studies on adhesive anchors, graphene-based composites, and weigh-in-motion (WIM) analysis of heavy vehicle impacts. His articles explore topics like strain penetration effects, seismic behavior of RC structures, and superhydrophobic cementitious composites.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. Advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text. Zhao’s work contributes to improving infrastructure resilience through advanced materials and testing methodologies.