Marolo Alfaro

Dr. Marolo Alfaro is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Manitoba, Price Faculty of Engineering. He specializes in geosynthetics, ground improvement, cold regions engineering, and climate-resilient infrastructure, with a focus on Arctic and permafrost conditions.

• Education: BSc (University of Mindanao), MEng (Asian Institute of Technology), PhD (Saga University), Postdoctoral (University of Calgary)

Research Interests center on:

• Geosynthetic-reinforced structures
• Cold climate infrastructure adaptation
• Hydro-mechanical interactions in Arctic environments
• Nano-modified soil stabilization

Publication Trends highlight:

• Numerical and field studies on Arctic embankments
• Geothermal energy piles in cold climates
• Rockfill column applications for riverbank stabilization
• Nanotechnology in soft soil treatment

Scientific Awards:

• 2019 Geosynthetics Award (Canada/International)
• 2022 Roger J.E. Brown Award (Canadian Geotechnical Society)