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Michael Kalinski is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Kentucky's Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering. His research integrates seismology and engineering to analyze earthquake wave propagation through soil and rock, focusing on seismic amplification/attenuation, slope stability, soil liquefaction, and dynamic response of natural and man-made deposits.
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (1998)
- M.S.E., Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (1994)
- B.Sc., Geophysical Engineering, Colorado School of Mines (1985)
His work spans earthquake engineering, engineering geophysics, and geotechnical site characterization, with applications in landfill geotechnology and vibration mitigation. Recent studies examine gypsum sands, groundwater mapping in Haiti, and seismic microzonation. He has developed field testing technologies like lightweight borehole receivers and DC resistivity methods.
His scientific contributions include a 2005 NSF CAREER Award and innovations in seismic risk assessment for dams, coal tailings, and urban infrastructure. Research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining geotechnical testing with geophysical methods for subsurface analysis and disaster resilience planning.
- NSF CAREER Award (2005)
Kalinski has held visiting appointments at the American University of Sharjah and industry roles at GeoSyntec Consultants and Shell Oil Company. His academic career includes graduate assistantships at UT Austin and teaching/consulting roles across geotechnical and seismic engineering domains.
