Sulapha Peethamparan

Sulapha Peethamparan is an Associate Professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department at Clarkson University’s Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. She earned her Ph.D. from Purdue University (2006), M.Eng. from National University of Singapore (2001), M.S. from IIT Madras (1998), and B.Tech. from Mahatma Gandhi University (1993).

Research Interests: Her work focuses on hydration chemistry and microstructural development of sustainable cementitious materials, including alkali-activated systems, alternative binders, and nano-silica modified concretes. Key areas: alkali-silica reaction (ASR) mitigation, CO2 sequestration, corrosion control, and hydration kinetics.

Recent Article Trends: Over the past five years, her research has emphasized non-traditional pozzolans, activated slag/fly ash systems, and NO2 adsorption for durability. She explores statistical optimization of binders, advanced testing protocols (e.g., miniature prism tests), and environmental applications of industrial by-products.

• 2011: National Science Foundation CAREER Award
• 2015: Albert Merrill Award, Clarkson University

Teaching: Courses include Concrete Materials Science, Cement Chemistry, and Structural Analysis. She has held academic roles at Clarkson (2014–present), Princeton (2008), and industry positions in Singapore and India.