Mohsen Zaker Esteghamati

Dr. Mohsen Zaker Esteghamati is a leading expert in the field of civil and environmental engineering, with a particular focus on disaster resiliency and sustainable infrastructure. As an assistant professor at Utah State University, he brings a wealth of knowledge and innovative approaches to the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Dr. Esteghamati is at the forefront of research that seeks to enhance the sustainability and resiliency of future communities through the development of robust, risk-informed models for the design, construction, and operation of the built environment. At the helm of the "Stochastic Structures (StoStruct) Lab," Dr. Esteghamati leads a team dedicated to advancing disaster resiliency through data-driven modeling and engineering methods. His work is pivotal in creating frameworks that integrate performance-based engineering with cutting-edge technologies, such as machine learning and probabilistic methods. These efforts aim to improve the reliability and safety of structures, ensuring they can withstand and adapt to various environmental challenges. Dr. Esteghamati's teaching portfolio includes courses like Structural Steel Design and Structural Analysis, where he imparts his extensive knowledge and practical insights to the next generation of engineers. His commitment to education is evident in his dynamic teaching style, which encourages students to engage with complex concepts and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. His research interests are diverse and interdisciplinary, encompassing performance-based engineering, disaster resiliency, sustainable infrastructure, risk-based design and assessment of structures, reliability analysis, probabilistic methods, and machine learning. This broad spectrum of interests allows Dr. Esteghamati to approach challenges from multiple angles, fostering a holistic understanding of the factors that contribute to the resilience and sustainability of infrastructure systems. Dr. Esteghamati's contributions to the field are not only theoretical but also practical, as he collaborates with industry partners and governmental agencies to implement his research findings in real-world applications. His work has the potential to significantly impact the way communities prepare for and respond to disasters, ultimately leading to safer and more sustainable living environments. Through his dedication to research, teaching, and collaboration, Dr. Esteghamati continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in civil and environmental engineering. His efforts are instrumental in shaping a future where infrastructure is not only resilient and sustainable but also capable of adapting to the ever-evolving challenges posed by our environment.