Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos , University of Miami , United States.

Dr. Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos is an Associate Professor at the University of Miami’s College of Engineering, with secondary appointments at the UM School of Architecture and the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. His research focuses on coastal resilience, green/gray infrastructure, tensegrity structures, and structural optimization. He earned his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from EPFL, Switzerland. Before joining UM, he was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Princeton University. His work is supported by prestigious grants from NSF, DARPA, and DoD, advancing innovative solutions in structural engineering and sustainable design.Β πŸŒŠπŸ—οΈπŸ”¬

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Education & ExperienceΒ πŸŽ“πŸ“š

Education:
βœ…Β Ph.D. in Structural Engineering – EPFL, Switzerland (2008-2012)Β πŸŽ“
βœ…Β M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – EPFL, Switzerland (2006-2008)Β πŸ—οΈ
βœ…Β B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – EPFL, Switzerland (2002-2006)Β πŸ›οΈ
Experience:
πŸ”ΉΒ Associate Professor – University of Miami (2023–present)Β πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«
πŸ”ΉΒ Assistant Professor – University of Miami (2015–2023)Β πŸ“š
πŸ”ΉΒ Postdoctoral Research Associate – Princeton University, Form-Finding Lab (2012–2014)Β πŸ—οΈ
πŸ”ΉΒ Doctoral Assistant – EPFL, Applied Computing and Mechanics Laboratory (2008–2012)Β πŸ”¬

Suitability Summary

Dr. Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos has been honored with theΒ Best Researcher AwardΒ for his groundbreaking contributions to structural engineering, coastal resilience, and sustainable infrastructure. His interdisciplinary research, spanning civil engineering, architecture, and marine sciences, has significantly advanced the field ofΒ green-gray infrastructure, tensegrity structures, and computational structural design.

Professional DevelopmentΒ πŸ”¬πŸ“ˆ

Dr. Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos has played a key role in advancing sustainable engineering solutions through research and innovation. His expertise spans coastal resilience, structural optimization, and form-finding techniques, contributing to groundbreaking studies in tensegrity structures and green-gray infrastructure. With extensive experience in academia and research, he has secured multi-million-dollar grants from agencies like NSF and DARPA. His interdisciplinary collaborations with architecture, marine sciences, and engineering have led to scalable solutions for sustainable coastal protection. As an educator, he mentors students in computational structural design, inspiring future engineers to push the boundaries of sustainable construction. πŸŒπŸ—οΈπŸ’‘.

Research FocusΒ πŸ—οΈπŸŒŠ

Dr. Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos research lies at the intersection of structural engineering, computational design, and sustainability. His work emphasizesΒ coastal resilience, utilizingΒ green-gray infrastructureΒ to mitigate climate change effects. He pioneersΒ tensegrity structures, optimizingΒ form-findingΒ techniques for architectural and space applications. His expertise extends toΒ 3D printing of concrete materials, enhancingΒ sustainable coastal protection systems. ThroughΒ computational modelingΒ andΒ structural optimization, he developsΒ efficient and adaptive construction methods. His projects, funded by NSF, DARPA, and DoD, aim to revolutionizeΒ resilient infrastructureΒ for future generations.Β πŸŒπŸ—οΈπŸ”¬

Awards & HonorsΒ πŸ†πŸŽ–οΈ

πŸ…Β NSF CAREER Award – Static, Dynamic & Kinematic Analysis of Tensegrity Structures (2023)Β πŸ—οΈ
πŸ…Β DARPA X-REEFS Project Grant – Reef Engineering for Future Structures (2022) 🌊
πŸ…Β DoD SBIR Phase II Grant – Sustainable 3D Printing for Coastal Protection (2024)Β πŸ—οΈ
πŸ…Β Outstanding Research Award – University of Miami (Multiple Years)Β πŸ›οΈ
πŸ…Β Best Paper Awards – Recognized in international structural engineering conferencesΒ πŸ“œ

Publication Top notes

πŸ“„Β Literature review on modeling and simulation of energy infrastructures from a resilience perspective – Cited by 142,Β Published in 2019Β βš‘πŸ”¬

πŸ“„Β Design aspects of a deployable tensegrity-hollow-rope footbridge – Cited by 67,Β Published in 2012Β πŸ”„πŸŒ‰

πŸ“„Β Mechanism-based approach for the deployment of a tensegrity-ring module – Cited by 61,Β Published in 2012Β βš™οΈπŸ“

πŸ“„Β Dialectic form finding of passive and adaptive shading enclosures – Cited by 48,Β Published in 2014Β β˜€οΈπŸ 

πŸ“„Β Design of tensegrity structures using parametric analysis and stochastic search – Cited by 40,Β Published in 2010Β πŸ”’πŸ”Ž

πŸ“„Β Overview of damage observed in regional construction during the passage of Hurricane Irma over the State of Florida – Published in Forensic Engineering Congress, 2018Β πŸŒͺ️🏚️

jili Qu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

jili Qu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher AwardΒ 

Prof. jili Qu, Kashgar University, China.

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Education and Experience

  • πŸŽ“Β Ph.D. in Underground Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 2002
  • πŸŽ“Β M.Sc. in Engineering Geology, Nanjing University, Shanghai, 1993
  • πŸŽ“Β B.Eng. in Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology, Guilin University of Technology, Shanghai, 1985
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«Β Professor, School of Civil Engineering, Kashgar University, 2021-present
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«Β Associate Professor, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 2005-2021
  • πŸŽ“Β Postdoctoral Fellow, Civil Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2002-2005

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Qu Jili appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his exceptional contributions to the fields of geotechnical engineering and environmental sustainability. His research on soil mechanics, microbial solidification, and the durability of soil materials has had a significant impact on both academic and practical applications.

Professional DevelopmentΒ 

Awards and Honors

  • πŸ†Β Excellent Teacher, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 2020
  • πŸ“šΒ Reading Star, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 2020
  • πŸ₯ˆΒ Second Prize Nomination, Shanghai Natural Science Award, 2020
  • πŸ…Β First PrizeΒ in Engineering Practice Innovation, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 2017
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«Β Outstanding Instructor, Summer Social Practice, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 2012
  • πŸ†Β Third Prize, CABR Cup, Huaxia Construction Science and Technology, 2011
  • πŸ₯ˆΒ Second Prize, Shanghai Teaching Achievements, Shanghai Education Commission, 2010
  • 🌟 Excellent Head Teacher, School of Environment and Architecture, 2009

Publications

  • Enhancing Aeolian Sand Stability Using Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation Technology – Scientific Reports, 2024, 14(1), 23876Β πŸ“—Β (Cited by: 0)
  • Roles of Corn Starch and Gellan Gum in Changing Unconfined Compressive Strength of Shanghai Alluvial Clay – Science and Engineering of Composite Materials, 2024, 31(1), 20240002Β πŸ“˜Β (Cited by: 1)
  • Geotechnical Properties of Yellow Silty Sand Soil Modified by Bio-Stimulation with Presence of NiCl2 – IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 2021, 938(1), 012001Β πŸ“’Β (Cited by: 0)
  • Using the Tape Extensometer for Possibilities of Landslide Monitoring or Other Purposes – IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 2021, 906(1), 012026Β πŸ“’Β (Cited by: 0)
  • Research on the Effect of Urease on Energy Absorption in Shanghai Clay by Unconfined Compressive Test – IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 2021, 719(4), 042060Β πŸ“’Β (Cited by: 0)
  • Roes of Curing Conditions on Properties of Soil Reinforced with Palm Fiber and Lime – Emerging Materials Research, 2021, 10(1), pp. 90–102Β πŸ“™Β (Cited by: 1)
  • Function of Palm Fiber in Stabilization of Alluvial Clayey Soil in Yangtze River Estuary – Journal of Renewable Materials, 2021, 9(4), pp. 767–787Β πŸ“—Β (Cited by: 20)
  • Strength and Deformation Behavior of Shanghai Andesite Under Various Strain Rates in Uniaxial Loading Test – Geomechanics and Geoengineering, 2021, 16(1), pp. 44–51Β πŸ“•Β (Cited by: 0)
  • Comparison of Secondary Crushing Operations Through Cone and Horizontal Shaft Impact Crushers – SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference, 2020Β πŸ“™Β (Cited by: 2)