Lauren Linderman

Lauren Linderman is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering within the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering. She serves as the Director of the Multi-Axial Subassembledge Testing (MAST) Laboratory, focusing on cyber-physical systems to enhance structural performance under dynamic loads like earthquakes and wind.

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2013
• M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2009
• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis, 2007

Her research emphasizes vibration mitigation strategies, decentralized control, wireless sensor systems, and data acquisition techniques. Current projects leverage wireless smart sensors for real-time structural control and health monitoring, enabling multitasking networks that integrate control and diagnostics.

Recent publications highlight advancements in wind engineering, structural monitoring, and wireless sensor networks. Key topics include aerodynamic design for highway structures, polymer-based sensing technologies, and robust control frameworks for seismic resilience. While no specific awards are listed, her work is widely disseminated through journals and conferences.

Linderman's group actively advises both undergraduate and graduate students, with alumni contributing to structural dynamics and sensor development. The MAST Laboratory collaborates with experts in civil engineering, materials science, and computational systems.