Preben Aanensen

Preben Aanensen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences, University of Agder (UiA), specializing in construction engineering with a focus on wooden structures. His expertise spans structural design, modeling, standardization, and product development for wood-based materials. Aanensen maintains strong industry connections through roles at Sweco AS and industry networks like BN3 and Innotre, fostering collaboration between academia and practice.

• Education: Master's in Civil Engineering and Architecture (wood structures specialization) from the University of Life Sciences (UMB), and Bachelor's in Civil Engineering/Building Design from Oslo University College/UiA.

His research emphasizes sustainable construction solutions, particularly advancing timber engineering and multi-story wooden buildings. Publications highlight UiA's growing focus on wooden construction and structural innovations. Aanensen supervises Bachelor's and Master's students in civil engineering courses like BYG125-G (Building Materials), BYG300-G (Bachelor's Thesis), and BYG508-G (Master's Thesis). He contributes to practice-oriented education through active industry engagement and design-focused instruction.