Karla Hornbostel

Karla Hornbostel is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializing in Concrete Durability and Corrosion Engineering within marine and coastal environments. Her work focuses on chloride-induced corrosion, carbonation processes, and electrochemical durability of concrete structures.

• University: Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
• Department: Department of Materials Science
• Academic Rank: Associate Professor

Research Trends: Her publications emphasize concrete corrosion mechanisms, durability in marine climates, and repair strategies for prestressed structures. She investigates cathodic protection systems, resistivity measurements, and long-term performance of sustainable concrete.

Collaborative Work: Karla collaborates globally with institutions like IIT Madras, TU Delft, and University of Cape Town, presenting at conferences such as CONSEC and ICCRRR. Her recent projects include TKT4235 - Concrete Technology 2 course and field testing of cathodic protection mortars.