University of Utah Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Backed by funding from National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Abbas Rashidi and collaborators are developing an AI-driven mobile app designed to enhance construction engineering education. Acting as an on-demand educator, the app will allow students to use their smartphones to analyze and learn from construction projects they encounter during site visits. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gw2tNuvq

Supported by a nearly $1.6 million grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dr. Ramesh Goel‘s groundbreaking research will be fighting "forever chemicals," or PFAS. This project — one of ten grants awarded nationwide to address the PFAS crisis in agricultural, rural, and tribal communities — underscores the University of Utah's dedication to tackling critical challenges that affect the region. https://lnkd.in/gP2WDG7t

Introducing a faster, easier way to obtain inputs for better pavement design. Dr. Pedro Romero and his team recently developed a method to predict the elastic properties of asphalt using a test known as IDEAL CT, which assesses the cracking potential of asphalt. This new approach significantly reduces the time and effort required to obtain the necessary data, allowing for results in approximately one day. 🔬 Learn how the research is reducing testing time and improving design accuracy: https://lnkd.in/gYF-aKts

Backed by funding from UDOT, Dr. Nikola Marković is using cutting-edge data science techniques to innovate and improve a wide array of #infrastructure. Three of his recent projects are optimizing resources, improving efficiencies, and saving the state millions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQT-mzZb

Dr. No'am Dvory has recently secured $1,021,798 in funding for an innovative project at the Utah FORGE, collaborating with experts from the University of California, Berkeley, the University of Calgary, and Tel Aviv University. A huge step forward for geothermal energy, the project integrates machine learning, geomechanics, and seismology to develop real-time decision-making tools for geothermal reservoir stimulation. https://lnkd.in/ggk4uqtM

From San Francisco to Shanghai, Dr. Steven Bartlett’s research on rapid construction technologies has been pivotal in the design and execution of several high-profile infrastructure projects, including the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and Shanghai Disney Resort. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUTjJcbi

Chronic diseases, a major cause of preventable deaths in the U.S., are often linked to air pollution, which is known to exacerbate asthma, respiratory diseases, and other health issues. Dr. Jennifer Weidhaas’s research is pioneering preventative solutions to mitigate these preventable deaths. Recently awarded a $500,0000 collaborative grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Weidhaas's work aims to enhance our understanding of environmental justice issues while also presenting new innovative public health solutions. 🔬 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dmAwdEbp

Welcome to the U, Dr. Chenxi Liu! We're honored to have you teach courses in Transportation Engineering and educate our students about your cutting-edge work in #AI and #MachineLearning. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSmBP2jw

Welcome back to campus, Dr. Ryan Johnson! A Civil & Environmental Engineering PhD graduate of the University of Utah, Dr. Johnson rejoins our department as an Assistant Professor. He'll be continuing his groundbreaking research in water resources engineering as well as teaching water resources classes. All the best this semester, Dr. Johnson! 🔬 Learn more about his research: https://lnkd.in/gb78bnNR

PhD students Makayla Loey and Ean Warren presented posters at the International Water Association's #worldwatercongress2024 in Toronto! Makayla and Ean are both working toward their PhDs in #EnvironmentalEngineering under the mentorship of Dr. Jennifer Weidhaas.