Civil And Environmental Engineering
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Vanderbilt civil engineering seniors build bridge to connect community in Costa Rica
By Hayley Britton Since the beginning of the school year, Vanderbilt civil engineering seniors Logan Glazier, Zachary Hodges, Winnie Huang, and Elise Puliafico were looking forward to going to Costa Rica. Not so much for leisure, but to fulfill a more hands-on objective: construct a pedestrian bridge that would allow… Read MoreApr. 22, 2025
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Women’s Center honors Professor Lori Troxel with Mentoring Award
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center has named Lori Troxel a recipient of one of its five annual awards for 2025. Award recipients will be recognized at a luncheon on Tuesday, April 22. Lori Troxel Troxel, professor of the practice of civil and environmental engineering, received the Mentoring Award, which honors a… Read MoreApr. 15, 2025
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ASCE honors Sankaran Mahadevan for outstanding research and leadership
Sankaran Mahadevan, John R. Murray Sr. Professor of Engineering, is being honored by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) for his outstanding research and leadership. Mahadevan, who is also professor of civil and environmental engineering and mechanical engineering, will receive the esteemed Alfredo Ang award for risk… Read MoreApr. 3, 2025
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Vanderbilt hosts expert to discuss growing problem of ‘forever chemicals’ used in agricultural production
By Hayley Britton The Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy and Climate (VSEC) recently welcomed Alexis Temkin, a researcher from the non-profit advocacy Environmental Working Group, to discuss the increasing use of “forever chemicals” and ways to better regulate them. Alexis Temkin, Environmental Working Group (Hayley Britton/Vanderbilt University) Temkin… Read MoreMar. 13, 2025
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Spring break globetrotting offers engineering students opportunities to serve and learn in Paris, Guatemala
A civil engineering group heads to Paris for a customized tour—History, Innovation, and Artistry of Structural Engineering—during Spring Break 2025. To follow along, go here: Paris blog. Two 2025 spring break trips will immerse engineering students in learning, cultural experiences and service, and they will see their classrooms… Read MoreMar. 10, 2025
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Researchers simulate battlefield blast exposures to reduce impact on soldiers
By Craig Boerner Vanderbilt researchers are using BIHF — a Biofidelic Instrumented Head Form — to study the impact of blast exposures in the military, an idea that could translate to research in other areas, including contact sports such as football and hockey. Soldiers often come away from routine training… Read MoreFeb. 14, 2025
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From LiDAR to AI, Vanderbilt researchers help redefine Nashville’s traffic
Vanderbilt researchers are part of a collaborative effort to revolutionize Nashville’s traffic systems and improve the lives of residents. Two U.S. Department of Transportation Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) grants, totaling $12 million, have been awarded to Metro Nashville to help transform the city’s transit infrastructure through cutting-edge technology and… Read MoreFeb. 6, 2025
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Vanderbilt-led team seeks to identify Tennessee communities at risk of exposure to toxic man-made chemicals in drinking water
Hiba Baroud, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering and director of the Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy, and Climate (VSEC), is co-leading an effort to predict and monitor toxins in Tennessee’s community water systems and to identify communities at risk for contamination. Hiba Baroud In response to a… Read MoreJan. 31, 2025
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Course seeks to engage students in discussions about planetary health, sustainability
A new course through the Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy and Climate seeks to engage students in discussions about taking a planetary health approach to address climate change and resource sustainability challenges. Planetary health is a field of research and practice focused on understanding and addressing the interconnections between… Read MoreJan. 27, 2025
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Vanderbilt University and Gresham Smith announce collaboration to explore future of design
Vanderbilt University has entered an agreement with Gresham Smith to explore the future of innovation and design and to collaborate on research and development initiatives. The strategic initiative builds off previous collaborations and focuses on broader campus opportunities. Mark Abkowitz Earlier this month, the collaboration officially kicked off with… Read MoreJan. 23, 2025