Kim Rasmussen

Kim Rasmussen is the Challis Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Sydney's School of Civil Engineering. He holds a MScEng from the Technical University of Denmark and PhD/DEng from the University of Sydney. His roles include former Head of School (2005–2016), Deputy Dean (2016–2022), and Interim Dean (2018).

His research focuses on structural mechanics, particularly steel/cold-formed/stainless-steel structures, 3D-printed metals, and fracture mechanics. Major projects include: midrise cold-formed steel structures, reliability of 3D-printed metal frameworks, and fracture analysis of steel connections. He collaborates internationally with institutions like Imperial College London and Stanford University.

Awards include the 2016 Shortridge Hardesty Award and 2020 Lynn Beedle Award. His work advances sustainable and efficient structural designs, with over 20 years of ARC funding. Current students research topics like additive manufacturing and structural reliability.