Meet the Team
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Ashish Bastola, Ph.D. Student
I earned my Bachelor of Engineering degree from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, and later pursued a master’s degree in civil engineering from Tongji University, Shanghai. During my master’s program, I studied the effect of fines content on the liquefaction potential of silty sand.
After completing my master's degree, I joined Resilient GeoMaterials Group in 2022 as a PhD student. My research focuses on the computational modeling of chemically stabilized soil, utilizing computational geochemistry to predict the formation of strength-enhancing products in the stabilized soil.
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Meraz Montaseer, Ph.D. Student
I am a PhD student at Oregon State University. My interest lies in the field of infrastructure materials and their rheological, mechanical, durability and microstructural characteristics. My profound interest in this field is driven by a passion for understanding the intricacies of materials that form the backbone of our built environment. Through my research, I seek to bridge the gap between scientific inquiry and practical applications, fostering innovation that promotes more sustainable and environment-friendly construction materials.
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Maryam Masoomi, Ph.D. Student
I am a PhD student at Oregon state university. The focus of my research is 3D printing and sustainable building materials. I obtained my bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in Iran. I graduated from University of Padova, Italy with a master’s degree in environmental engineering. During my time in Padova, I began my research into sustainable building materials and 3D printing and spent two years as a graduate research assistant, where I studied various types of low-carbon and sustainable material and Life cycle assessment methods in construction industry.
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Nicolas Anthony Gonsalves, Ph.D. Student
Work in Progress
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Allyson Watson, Master's student
I am a student at Oregon State University, working towards a master's degree of science in civil engineering, and received my bachelor's degree in civil engineering at Gonzaga University. My research pertains to measuring the natural pozzolanic potential of soil and how that can increase its strength when cement is added.
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Bhawana Dhakal, Master's student
Work in progress
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Vaibhan Ingle, Master's Student
I am a Master’s student and passionate about sustainable engineering construction materials. To pursue this interest, I have worked as a JRF at the CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre and as RA at the CSIR-Central Building Research Institute in India. My research explored the characterization of 3D printing with cementitious composites using conventional testing and Acoustic Emission techniques.
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Natalie Paskett, Undergraduate Honors Student
Work in progress
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Peyton Briggs. Undergraduate Honors student
I am a third-year undergraduate student pursuing an Honors Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. I currently serve as a research assistant with the Resilient GeoMaterials Group, where I contribute to research on soil stabilization and the byproduct of soil-concrete reactions. I hope to connect this research to my interests in underground transportation infrastructure and incorporate my findings into my Honors thesis.
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Maxwell Williams, Undergraduate Research Assistant
I am currently working towards my bachelor's in Civil Engineering. I am working as an undergrad research assistant in the geotechnical engineering field I am hoping to continue my research into a master's degree in the Geotech department . I am also hoping to advance my professional skills when working with my colleagues
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Sanjida Akter Mim, Undergraduate Research Assistant
I am a third-year undergraduate student majoring in Civil Engineering at Oregon State University and currently working as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Resilient GeoMaterials Group. My research involves soil-based 3D printing, including soil characterization, material preparation, laboratory testing, and prototype development. Through this experience, I am developing my technical and research skills while exploring innovative and sustainable construction materials. I am passionate about expanding my knowledge and contributing to advancements in civil and geotechnical engineering.
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Kassandra Clavel Ramos Garcia, Undergraduate Research Assistant
I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil engineering at Oregon State University. As an undergraduate research assistant, I contribute to 3D printing and sustainable building materials research. Through my involvement in the research group, I have gained experience in additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies for infrastructure applications. I have developed knowledge of material performance through compression testing, laboratory procedures, and the use of biobased materials such as clay and hemp fibers to create more sustainable construction solutions. This experience has strengthened my technical, research, and collaboration skills while allowing me to contribute to the development of more sustainable construction materials for future use in construction.
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Zimmer Elliot, Undergraduate Research Assistant
I am pursuing my bachelor’s in mechanical engineering with a specialization in robotics control. In the lab, I design and program automated systems to streamline material testing using robotic arms and custom sweeping mechanisms. I am also building custom pH controllers and designing capillary plates for sample absorption, driven by my goal to bridge mechanical design, 3D printing, advanced programming, and robotic control systems.
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Max Dodgefield
I am an undergraduate student at Oregon State University working towards my bachelor's in mechanical engineering with the robotics control option. As a research assistant I'm working on automating material testing using a robotic arm and an automated sweeping system. I hope to advance my skills in mechanical design and robotics programming.
Past Members:
Dr. Saswati Ray, Postdoctoral Research Associate, 2023-2024
Jaxom Moore, Master’s student, 2021-2022, Current Position: Geotechnical Engineer at Kiewit
Nicholas Peterson, Master’s student, 2022-2023, Current Position: Geotechnical Engineer at GRI
Myay Su Shin, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 2022-2024, Current Position: Civil Engineering
Hope Lonsford, Visiting Researcher, 2023, Summer NSF- REU student.