Mehdi Pouragha

Mehdi Pouragha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University's Faculty of Engineering and Design in Ottawa, Canada. He holds a BSc and MSc from Sharif University of Technology in Iran and a PhD from the University of Calgary. His academic career focuses on advanced geomechanics research with applications in both theoretical and practical engineering contexts.

Dr. Pouragha's research spans multiple interconnected areas within geomechanics, with particular emphasis on constitutive modeling of geomaterials, micromechanics of granular materials, thermo-hydro-mechanical behaviors, and computational geomechanics. His work integrates theoretical approaches with advanced numerical methods to address complex problems in soil mechanics, permafrost engineering, and unsaturated soil behavior. His research program bridges fundamental micromechanical understanding with practical engineering applications, particularly in cold regions and climate change adaptation contexts.

Analysis of Dr. Pouragha's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward multiscale modeling approaches that integrate discrete element methods with continuum mechanics. His work increasingly incorporates machine learning techniques to enhance computational efficiency while maintaining physical accuracy. The research spans both fundamental theoretical developments in constitutive modeling and practical applications in permafrost engineering, tailings management, and soil-structure interaction problems. His publications consistently demonstrate a focus on connecting microscale mechanisms to macroscale material behavior.

Dr. Pouragha teaches several core civil engineering courses including Geotechnical Engineering, Fundamentals of Geomechanics, Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering, and Professional Practice. His teaching portfolio reflects his research expertise while providing students with both theoretical foundations and practical engineering skills.