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Onur Avci, PhD, PE Herbert P. Dripps Faculty Fellow | 2024 AISC Terry Peshia Early Career Faculty

Welcome to Dr. Onur Avci's research laboratory at WVU!

Background

Dr. Onur Avci is an Assistant Professor at the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, West Virginia University. In his research, he focuses on structural dynamics, structural steel and structural condition assessment. His focus areas in civil-structural engineering include structural health monitoring and structural resiliency utilizing novel methods, multi-functional materials, and state-of-the-art technologies. His primary goal in research is to optimize the design of new structures and improve the performance of existing structures to create resilient structural systems, intelligent networks and sustainable cities.

Education

  • Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech
  • M.S., Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech
  • B.S., Civil Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey