معرفی
Kadir Sener is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. His expertise focuses on structural engineering, particularly concrete and steel composites under extreme loads.
- Ph.D., Structural Engineering, Purdue University
- B.S., Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University
Research interests include extreme load analysis, fire resistance, missile impact structures, and additive manufacturing in construction. His work emphasizes sustainable infrastructure and multi-hazard resilience, especially for nuclear facilities.
Recent publications address steel-plate composite walls, timber-steel composites, and titanium alloy strengthening in bridges and buildings. Contributions span seismic behavior, thermal loading effects, and innovative connection designs.
Scientific Awards:
- U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission $1 million award for advanced nuclear reactor research
- $237,000 USDA Forest Service Wood Innovations Grant for timber-steel composites
Collaborations with institutions like Purdue University and Fuzhou University underpin his research in modular construction and accident thermal loading scenarios.
