Our research group is dedicated to advancing geotechnical engineering through the development of cutting-edge models and rigorous material testing, contributing to a deeper understanding of soil ...

Dr. Ramin Motamed is a professor of geotechnical engineering in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno. His main areas of research are shake table ...

Geomechanics and Resources Geotechnical Engineering represent a multidisciplinary field focused on understanding the mechanical behaviour of earth materials and their applications in resource ...

Adel Hanna: “When buildings collapse or lean, the problem usually isn’t the concrete. The problem is the ground.” Geotechnical engineers focus on the design and construction of foundations — among ...

The geotechnical engineering program at the University of Nevada, Reno has evolved over a period of years, which is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of its well-respected faculty members.