Masoud Ghandehari

Professor Masoud Ghandehari is a distinguished researcher in the field of Urban Systems Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering. With a specialization in engineering and materials science, his work is particularly focused on the development and application of sustainable materials, advanced sensors, and monitoring systems. His research is at the forefront of integrating spatial and ethnographic methods to enhance resilience research, with a strong emphasis on international collaboration. Professor Ghandehari's current research interests include assessing infrastructure vulnerability and studying air quality within the New York City subway system. His work in this area aims to improve urban infrastructure resilience and ensure public safety through innovative environmental sensing techniques. As the founding investigator of the New York State Resiliency Institute for Storm Events, he has been instrumental in advancing research on infrastructure resilience in the face of extreme weather events. In addition to his academic pursuits, Professor Ghandehari is the founder of Chromosense LLC, a company dedicated to promoting innovation in environmental sensing and resilience research. His work with Chromosense LLC focuses on the development of cutting-edge technologies for spectroscopic imaging of the urban atmosphere, which are crucial for monitoring air quality and environmental changes in urban settings. Professor Ghandehari's contributions to the field are widely recognized, and he is actively involved in various research initiatives aimed at improving the sustainability and resilience of urban environments. His expertise in IOT and urban sensing technologies plays a vital role in advancing the understanding of environmental dynamics and infrastructure resilience. Through his research and entrepreneurial endeavors, Professor Ghandehari continues to make significant strides in the field of civil and environmental engineering, contributing to the development of sustainable and resilient urban systems. His work not only addresses current challenges but also paves the way for future innovations in environmental sensing and infrastructure resilience.