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Ronald S. Harichandran serves as Dean of the Tagliatela College of Engineering and Vice Provost for Research at the University of New Haven. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from MIT and previously served as a professor and department chair at Michigan State University for 16 years. His technical expertise spans structural engineering, earthquake engineering, pavement engineering, and fire engineering, with over 170 publications in peer-reviewed journals and technical reports. He has pioneered initiatives such as integrated technical communication programs, entrepreneurial mindset development through e-learning modules, and mentorship programs. Key achievements include securing $544,000 in congressionally directed grants for cybersecurity infrastructure and co-leading a $4M NSF Scholarship for Service grant. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and a member of the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering.
Education: Ph.D./M.S. Civil Engineering (MIT), B.E. Civil Engineering (University of Canterbury, New Zealand). Awards include the ASCE Fellowship (2005), Withrow Exceptional Service Award (2011), and Teacher-Scholar Award (1992).
His research focuses on structural integrity, infrastructure resilience, and educational innovation. Notable grants include projects on technical communication skills development and entrepreneurial training. He has been frequently cited in media for expertise on bridge safety, AI regulation, and cybersecurity advancements.
