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Read the article in the Las Vegas Review Journal, released June 16, 2007: http://www.lvrj.com/news/8031897.html
Current Research
Geotechnical Engineering - Barbara Luke, Ph.D., P.E.
- Improve understanding of dynamic response of shallow sediments through seismic testing and correlations with lithology.
- Develop credible earthquake scenarios by laboratory and field studies, literature and analyses.
- Refine ground motion expectations around the Las Vegas Valley through simulations.
Structural Engineering - Ronald L Sack, Ph.D., P.E.
- Assess current building standards in the Las Vegas basin in light of improved understanding of hazards.
- Perform risk assessment for structures and infrastructure, with emphasis on lifelines and critical structures.
Seismology - Catherine M. Snelson, Ph.D.
- Enhance the seismic monitoring network in the Las Vegas Valley.
- Improve understanding of deep basin structure through active-source seismic refraction and reflection.
- Refine ground motion expectations around the Las Vegas Valley through simulations.
Geology - Wanda J. Taylor, Ph.D.
- Improve understanding of dynamic response of shallow sediments through seismic testing and correlations with lithology.
- Develop credible earthquake scenarios by laboratory and field studies, literature and analyses.
- Refine ground motion expectations around the Las Vegas Valley through simulations.
Research Websites & Publications
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