Shaping the Fate of Low-Carbon Cement Science aims to bring together experts from the cement chemistry, physics, materials science and civil engineering domains to discuss the outstanding fundamental scientific challenges limiting an effective, widespread deployment of low-carbon cement and concrete. The conference will bridge fundamental science with practical, application-oriented outstanding challenges of low-carbon cement and concrete.

On Friday, October 25th, we hosted our inaugural CEE Highlights Event, attended by over 250 members of our vibrant community!

Attendees enjoyed four insightful talks from distinguished speakers who shared their expertise and perspectives on cutting-edge civil and environmental engineering topics. Additionally, the event featured around 40 student posters showcasing innovative research conducted by our talented students.

On Friday, October 11, the Berkeley Center for Smart Infrastructure, in collaboration with East Bay Municipal Utility District and Carollo, hosted a workshop focusing on building and testing hazard-resilient pipeline systems. More than 80 participants came together to discuss innovative strategies for planning, designing, and recovering from various hazards associated with permanent ground deformation.

The UC Berkeley Center for Smart Infrastructure (CSI) hosted a visit by the California Energy Commission (CEC) on Monday, October 7. CSI co-directors Kenichi Soga and Matt DeJong provided a guided tour for Pooya Khodaparast, CEC’s Commission Agreement Manager (CAM) on the OpenSRA 2 project. 

Congratulations to Continuing Lecturer Jasenka Rakas on being elected to the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Class of 2025 Associate Fellows!

Congratulations to CEE Professor Marta Gonzalez on winning the Lagrange Prize - CRT Foundation, the highest international award for Complex Systems and Data Science!