Civil engineers lead design innovations for buildings, bridges and roads, which are critical elements of human settlements. Research discoveries in mechanics, materials and structures lay the foundations for innovation in infrastructure and the built environment.
Faculty in this department focus on structural optimization techniques; smart, kinetic, deployable structures; energy-efficient architecture; structural health monitoring; sustainable engineering materials; materials for CO2 capture; architected materials and additive manufacturing; and 3D printing of buildings. Research also includes the connection of engineering to society, art and aesthetics, which enables faculty to be at the forefront in the study of both modern design methods and heritage structures.
Source: princeton
