Sharif University of Technology
Ali Khosravi, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, also a Research Associate, University of California Davis, CA
He received his B.Sc. in 2003 and M.Sc. in 2005, both in Civil Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. He obtained his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2011. His scholarly interests focus on studying the interactions between hydraulic, thermal, and mechanical processes in unsaturated soils and rocks. The overarching goal of his research is to improve our understanding of the fundamental principles and material properties governing the performance of geotechnical structures including landfill cover systems, pavements, embankments and dams, foundations, heat exchanger geotechnical systems, and retaining walls. Dr. Khosravi is a member of the GI Unsaturated Soils Committee of the American Society of Civil Engineering (ASCE).
Monday, July 30
5:10 PM – 5:30 PM