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Peter Stafford is a Professor of Engineering Seismology in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, Faculty of Engineering. He is affiliated with the Imperial Centre for Geohazards and the Structures research section. Since joining the faculty in 2007 as a Lecturer, he has advanced to full professor and currently serves as the Department Careers Adviser, supporting student professional development.
His research focuses on advanced methodologies in Engineering Seismology and Earthquake Engineering, including probabilistic seismic hazard analysis (PSHA), development of ground-motion models, seismic demand analysis, and structural reliability. He also investigates the dynamic response of bridges, pedestrian- and vehicle-induced vibrations, and the stability of tensegrity structures. His work integrates probabilistic and stochastic methods to improve the accuracy and realism of seismic risk assessments.
Recent publications highlight his leadership in national and regional seismic hazard modeling, particularly in New Zealand and the Groningen region of the Netherlands. His research employs Bayesian inference, machine learning, and simulation-based validation to address epistemic uncertainty and improve model robustness. He has contributed significantly to the 2022 New Zealand National Seismic Hazard Model and studies on induced seismicity.
His scholarly output is extensive and current, with research spanning from empirical ground-motion modeling to risk-based structural assessment of offshore wind turbines. This indicates a strong, ongoing research program with high relevance to both academic and industrial applications in seismic safety and infrastructure resilience.
- San Andreas fault hazard validation using precariously balanced rocks
- Development of GMPEs for induced seismicity in Groningen and Delaware Basin
- Stochastic and hybrid broadband simulation of ground motions
- Seismic performance of offshore and bridge structures
- Application of machine learning to extract physical mechanisms from seismic data
Prof. Stafford has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. He advises PhD students and welcomes new research candidates. His industry background in structural and geotechnical consulting enriches his teaching and applied research. He has not received any honorific or emeritus designation, and there is no indication of part-time or retired status, confirming his active role in academia.
He is involved in major research initiatives related to seismic risk, ground-motion characterization, and structural dynamics, often collaborating on large-scale hazard modeling projects. His work supports critical infrastructure resilience and informs engineering standards and policy.
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