Project Overview: We are seeking a motivated and talented PhD candidate to join our research team for an exciting project focused on foundation underpinning using bio-cementation techniques. This project aims to extend the lifespan of old and historic structures by exploring innovative methods such as Microbially Induced Calcium Precipitation (MICP) and Enzyme-Induced Calcium Precipitation (EICP). Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), the project involves research on bio-cementation for soil stabilization, with a focus on weak soils, cost-effective solutions using low-cost materials, and the development of novel underpinning techniques.
For further information, please see the attached flyer.
About the position School of Civil Engineering of Shandong University invites applications for a postdoctoral position at Shandong University, China. The research project will focus on green technologies for soil improvement such as vegetation and soil bio-cementation. Different experiments have been developed and performed within the research team of our laboratory on different scales (lab scale with x-ray microtomography, physical models and real scale measurements, etc.). Modelling these phenomena by FEM or DEM based on real X-ray microtomography and in-situ measurements must be performed in this postdoc to understand this phenomenon in different ways and valorize the obtained experimental results. This research project is funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China and two leading industrial partners
For further information, please see the attached flyer.
Thank you for your support to AGERP lecture series from the past four years. At AGERP’20 AGERP’21, AGERP’22, and AGERP’23, we have more than 50 lectures and 1 panel discussion that brought together more than 60 renowned geoengineering experts and a huge audience from 131 countries through a free to access knowledge sharing platform. Apart from the generous support from the experts that appeared in the past fourth editions of, it is your participation and appreciation that largely contributed to the success of AGERP.
In the last four editions of the AGERP lecture series, we covered quite a breadth of topics related to geotechnical engineering. In the fifth edition, we intend to dive even further and deeper into some of the specialised topics in geotechnical engineering. To that end, we are pleased to invite you to the Indo-Australian Workshop on Geotechnical Engineering, scheduled to be held from 29th November 2024. You may register for the workshop at www.age-rp.com. Program for the workshop is summarised in the Flyer (In IST and AEST).
The aim of Powders & Grains 2025 (to be held in Goa, India, during 8-12 December 2025; https://www.powdersandgrains2025.co.in/) is to share the recent advances in the broad research field of granular media and particulate suspensions. Contributions from experts around the world will cover a wide range of topics.
Powders & Grains (https://www.powdersandgrains.org/) is the premier international scientific conference held every four years in three different continents (Europe, America and Asia & Oceania) since 1989. It brings together engineers, physicists and applied mathematicians interested in the mechanics and physics of granular media and particulate suspensions. It distinguishes itself from other meetings on granular materials by (1) the mixture of disciplines, (2) the unique single-session talks, (3) the posters taking a prominent role and being displayed throughout the conference, and (4) the refereed conference papers published online before the meeting.
2 year position at Westlake University in Hangzhou China. Competitive salary ranges from 250k to 350k RMB per year, depending on experience. The project is focused on the statistical physics of granular materials interacting with fluids. Researchers with PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related fields are welcome to apply. Experiences in computational methods such as the Discrete Element Method and Computational Fluid Dynamic methods are highly desirable.
Westlake University is a newly formed university with great support from the local government and the private sector. For more information about the Institute please visit its website https://www.en.westlake.edu.cn .
From April 14th to 17th, 2025, we are organizing an international workshop titled “International Workshop on Granular Materials & Regolith” at the University de Lorraine, Metz, France. The theme of the event will focus on: “Granular Materials Fundamentals, Applications, and Concepts for Extraterrestrial Regolith, including the Moon, Mars, and Asteroids.”
The event will bring together specialists and established researchers from academia, government agencies (including NASA, ESA, CNES) and industry. Participants will exchange and discuss ideas and topics related to regolith issues, particularly how knowledge and methods developed for granular media can help to approach extraterrestrial regolith behavior under extreme temperature, thin atmosphere, radiation, meteorite impact and other extreme environmental conditions.
The Workshop will have 10 sessions including 10 invited researchers/specialists delivering keynote presentations and 14 invited Feature presentations,18 quick-talks, and a poster session with more than 40 presentations.
We are pleased to invite you to participate in this event, and we will be grateful if you could circulate the attached flyer to those interested.
Mahdia Hattab (Workshop Co-Chair), Professor, Université de Lorraine-LEM3-CNRS/Member ASCE/EMI-GMTC and Member IRN GeoMech,. France. E-mail: mahdia.hattab@univ-lorraine.fr,
Ramesh B. Malla (Workshop Co-Chair), Professor, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, U.S.A.Chair, ASCE/Aerospace Division (ASD) -Space Engineering and Construction Technical Committee (SEC TC). E-mail: Ramesh.Malla@uconn.edu,
Anil Misra (Workshop Co-Chair) Professor, Florida International University, Miami, FL, U.S.A.Chair, ASCE/Engineering Mechanics Institute (EMI) -Granular Materials Technical Committee (GMTC). E-mail: anmisra@fiu.edu
Traditional International Conference Modern Building Materials, Structures and Techniques has been organized since 1991 when the very first forum organized by the Faculty of Civil Engineering of Vilnius Gediminas Technical University was held in Vilnius, Lithuania. Conference will be organized in 4 parallel sections: Structures, Materials, Geotechnics and Construction technologies.
Confirmed keynote speakers: Maria Stefanidou. Utilization of industrial by-products for the production of sustainable building materials Lyesse Laloui. Energy geostructures: a smart exploitation of the renewable energy situated under our cities José António Silva Carvalho Campos Matos. Implementing Novel Technologies Towards the Sustainable Management of Existing Infrastructures Klaus Holschemacher. Application of robotics for the production of precast carbon-reinforced concrete members
Abstracts will not be collected. Only full papers will be reviewed. January 1, 2025 – Opening the full papers submission system. October 1, 2025 – Deadline for registration and full paper submission for review November 31, 2025 – Notification of paper acceptance January 31 , 2026 – Submission of the corrected final papers (corrected according to the review report) February 15, 2026 – Notification of acceptance of final papers February 28, 2026 – Deadline for payments for all conference authors of the articles (if not paid until 28th February 2026, the articles will not be published) May 12, 2026 – Welcome reception May 1314, 2026 – The event May 15, 2026 – Cultural tour
We look forward to seeing you in Vilnius. Sincerely, Organizing committee members Remigijus Šalna and Šarūnas Skuodis
Conference EUNSAT2025 – 5th European Conference on Unsaturated Soils (https://eunsat2025.tecnico.ulisboa.pt/) – will be at Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon, Portugal, from 1 to 3 September 2025. This conference is supported by the Technical Committee 106 of the International Society of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering.
Considering Unsaturated Soils natural link to Bio-Inspired Technology such as Nature-based Solutions and Biocementation, among other topics, the organization has decided to create special sessions related to Biotechnology in Geotechnical Engineering, BGE, and offer a summer course on this topic mainly dedicated to PhD students. Participants outside unsaturated soils technical community are mostly welcome, having the option to register only at BGE.
Abstracts on any topic related to UNSATURATED SOILS AND ROCKS are welcome, covering topics on traditional geotechnical engineering applications, sustainability in Geotechnical Engineering, environmental problems (engineered barriers to protect the environment, the reuse of waste materials, tailings and mine waste, etc), climate stresses under climate change scenario, energy geotechnics, historic sites, geo-education and bio-inspired technologies in Geotechnics (BGE topics: nature-based solutions, root reinforcement, bio-cementation, fungi reinforcement, hydrophobic materials, among others).
Conference proceedings will be submitted for Scopus indexation.
Please also email your materials to Dr. Meng Meng (mengm@lanl.gov)
Description: What You Will Do
The Fractured Earth Laboratory in the Energy and Natural Resources Security (EES-16) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is excited to announce one opening for Postdoctoral Research Associates. Successful candidates will join a diverse team of scientists who are working to address critical earth science challenges related to energy, the environment, and national security. Specific research topics related to this opportunity include: (1) high pressure high temperature rock mechanics assembly design and operation; (2) cement and well integrity evaluation using acoustic tools under simulated geothermal conditions; and (3) Subsurface fluid flow across fractures.
As a member of our interdisciplinary team, which includes experts in rock mechanics, fluid flow, well integrity, geophysics, geochemistry, the candidate will be at the forefront of developing innovative experimental and modeling methodologies to support finding challenges in energy, the environment, and national security. Our facilities for this work include novel equipment such as our large customized high-temperature high-pressure (HTHP) quad-pore triaxial system, HTHP microfluidic system, triaxial core-flood system with integrated X-ray, fiber optic system based on Fiber Brag gratings (FBGs), fiber optic system based on Optical Frequency Domain Reflectometry (OFDR) for distributed strain and temperature sensing, HTHP cement curing vessels and calorimeters, HTHP rheometer, and Parr reactors. Our modeling tools include poro-elastic models, FEM, FDEM, and more.
Our top research goal is to assist with the global transition to zero-carbon energy. The successful candidate is expected to publish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present their work at conferences. The position is for a two-year term, with the option to extend a third year based on performance and funding availability. Non-US citizens and US citizens are both welcome and encouraged to apply.
We are currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in experimental soil behavior with application to tunnel design and construction, urban excavations, horizontal directional drilling and ground improvement. The successful candidate will work within the Center for Underground at Colorado School of Mines where we explore behavior of geomaterials (soils, soft rock, transitional materials) in complex civil underground environments, advance new testing equipment and methods, and seek to characterize the behavior of geomaterials during construction. The full-time position is initially for two years with possibility for advancement to the title of Assistant Research Professor. The position will ideally begin January 1, 2025 or shortly thereafter.
The successful candidate should have:
A PhD in a related field, e.g., geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, soil physics, mechanical engineering, underground engineering, mining engineering. Note that consideration will be given to post-Masters candidates with extensive laboratory experience.
Experience in the conduct of detailed testing of geomaterials.
The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, plus the motivation and discipline to carry out self-directed research.
Ability to mentor research students.
A record of strong written and oral communication skills.
The selected postdoctoral researcher will work with Professor Mike Mooney and will interact with numerous students across multiple disciplines in the Center for Underground.
To be considered for this position, please send a detailed CV, a cover email detailing your experience and how it will qualifies you for this opportunity, 1-3 recent publications and contact information for three professional references to Professor Mike Mooney (mmooney@mines.edu). The review of applications will begin December 1, 2024 and will continue until the postdoctoral position is filled. Please feel free to contact Mike for more information.
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