Roy Sturgill
About Roy
Dr. Roy Sturgill is an accomplished researcher and has served as principal investigator or co-investigator on over a dozen research projects totaling over $1.5M (inclusive of both state and national funding). Before coming to Iowa State University, he worked as a research engineer at the Kentucky Transportation Center at the University of Kentucky in their Construction Engineering and Project Management Program and as an engineer with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, working in construction management and highway design conducting constructability reviews.
Dr. Sturgill is a member of the Transportation Research Board’s Standing Committee on Construction Management, friend to the Information Systems in Construction Management Sub-committee, friend to the Standing Committee on Project Delivery Methods, and Committee Research Chair of the Standing Committee on Utilities. He is a licensed professional engineer in both Kentucky and Iowa and has held previous sustainability-related credentials (LEED GA and GreenRoads STP).
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Education
- University of Kentucky– Lexington, Kentucky
- PhD, Civil Engineering, 2018
- MA, Business Administration, 2003
- BS, Civil Engineering (Minor: Mathematics), 2003
- Graduate Certificates: Applied Statistics
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- MS, Civil Engineering – Construction Engineering and Project Management, 2004
- Graduate Certificates: Engineering Education, Preparing the Future Professoriate
Certifications
- Professional Engineering (PE) License, State of Iowa (No. P25629) (Active)
- Professional Engineering (PE) License, State of Kentucky (No. 26119) (Active)
- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Associate (LEED-GA), 2009 (Inactive)
- Greenroads Sustainable Transportation Professional, STPα, among the initial 25 credentialed, 2012 (Inactive)
Professional Experience
- Assistant Professor, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University, 2019–present
- Research Engineer, Kentucky Transportation Center, University of Kentucky, 2012–2019
- Adjunct Instructor, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Kentucky, 2013–2013
- Adjunct Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology Program, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, 2012–2014
- Engineer, Division of Highway Design, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, 2012–2013
- Engineer, Division of Construction, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, 2007–2012
Selected Publications
- Al-Bayati, A., R. Sturgill, L. Panzer, Montes Victorio, S., and Omer, T. 2022. Locating underground utilities in the United States: A comparative analysis of services provided by private locators. Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Vol. 16.
- Tripathi, A., D. Patel, R. Sturgill, and G. Dadi. 2022. An Analysis of e-Ticketing Technology for Inspection Performance and Practicality on Asphalt Paving Operations. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Vol. 2676, No. 8.
- Li, Y., S. Al-Haddad, T. Taylor, P. Goodrum, and R. Sturgill. 2019. Impact of Utilizing Construction Engineering and Inspection Consultants on Highway Construction Project Cost and Schedule Performance. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Vol. 2673, No. 11, pp. 716–725.
- Al-Shabbani, Z., R. Sturgill, and G. Dadi. 2018. Developing a Pre-Task Safety Briefing Tool for Kentucky Maintenance Personnel. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Vol. 2672, No. 12, pp. 187–197.
- Li, Y., T. Taylor, G. Dadi, and R. Sturgill. 2017. Modeling Long-Term Highway Staffing Requirements for State Transportation Agencies. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Vol. 2612, No. 1, pp. 76–84.
Professional Affiliations, Honors, and Service
- Transportation Research Board:
- Committee Research Chair, Standing Committee on Utilities (AFB 70), 2020–present
- Member, Standing Committee on Construction Management (AFH 10), 2013–present
- Friend, Information Technology in Construction Subcommittee (AFH 10(1)), 2013–present
- Friend, Standing Committee on Project Delivery Methods (AFH 15), 2016–present
- Member, American Society of Civil Engineers, UESI Utility Coordination Committee, 2018–present
- Member, American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Technical Subcommittees (Utility Mapping, GIS & SUE; Utility Project Scoping & Coordination; Utility Accommodation & Safety), 2017–present
Research
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In-Progress Research
Guillermo Basulto-Elias
About Guillermo
Dr. Guillermo Basulto-Elias is a research scientist at the Institute for Transportation at Iowa State University. He has experience in statistical computing, data visualization, generalized linear mixed effects models, nonparametric statistics, machine learning, and stochastic processes.
In recent years, he has worked on nonparametric models of data with measurement error and forensic statistics, which include footwear analysis, models for speaker recognition, and design and supervision of shoe prints forensic database. More recently, he has worked on software development for generating reports of crashes, and statistical models for traffic data, including linear mixed effects models, hierarchical Bayesian models, and functional data analysis.
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Education
- PhD, Statistics, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2016
- MS, Probability and Statistics, Center for Research in Mathematics (CIMAT), University of Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, 2011
- BS, Mathematics, University of Guanajuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, 2009
Professional Experience
- Research Scientist, Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2019–present
- Postdoctoral appointment, Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2019–2019
- Postdoctoral appointment, Center for Statistics and Applications in Forensic Evidence, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2016–2018
- Graduate Assistant, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2011–2016
Selected Publications
- Hallmark, S., G. Basulto-Elias, and J. Shaw. 2021. Systematic Reviews: Roadside Barriers. The World Bank, Washington, DC.
- Hallmark, S., G. Basulto-Elias, N. Oneyear, O. Smadi, S. Chrysler, and G. Ullman. 2021. Evaluation of Work Zone Safety Using the SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Data–Volume 1 Toolbox of Work Zone Countermeasures. Minnesota Department of Transportation, St. Paul, MN.
- Basulto-Elias, G., A. Carriquiry, K. De Brabanter, and D. Nordman. 2020. Bivariate kernel deconvolution with panel data. Sankhya B: The Indian Journal of Statistics.
- Goswamy, A., S. Hallmark, G. Basulto-Elias, and M. Pawlovich. 2019. Safety Evaluation of Stop-Sign Mounted Beacons—A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Transportation Technologies, Vol. 9, No. 1.
- Basulto-Elias, G., A. Carriquiry, K. De Brabanter, and D. Nordman. 2017. “fourierin”: An R package to compute Fourier integrals. The R Journal, Vol. 9, No. 2.
Professional Affiliations, Honors, and Awards
- President, American Statistical Association, Iowa Chapter, IA, 2019–2020
- Member of winning team of the 2014 Data Mining Cup organized by Prudsys AG, 2014
- Second runner-up of Sotero Prieto Award to the best undergraduate thesis in Mathematics of Mexico, given by the Mexican Mathematical Society, 2010
- Third place by Francisco Aranda Award to the best undergraduate thesis in Statistics of Mexico, given by the Mexican Statistics Association, 2010
Research
In-Progress Research
Oksana Gieseman
About Oksana
Ms. Oksana Gieseman is the communications manager with the Institute for Transportation. She is responsible for the management of InTrans communications efforts that include technical writing, editing, marketing, and public relations services.
Ms. Gieseman joined InTrans in October 2018. She brought over 15 years of experience in communications, marketing, and management.
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Education
- M.A., Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Communication, Iowa State University, 2006
- B.S. (with Honors Distinction), Technical Communication with concentrated study in Computer Science, Iowa State University, 2003
Professional Experience
- Communications Manager, Grants Hub, Iowa State University: July 2017–October 2018
- Director of Operations, AgSolver, Inc.: August 2013–July 2017
- Director of Publications/Editor of the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, Soil and Water Conservation Society: January 2009–August 2013
- Communications Specialist, Center for Transportation Research and Education (CTRE), Iowa State University: September 2005–January 2009
- Technical Editor, Center for Transportation Research and Education, Iowa State University: January 2004–September 2005
John Adam
About John
Mr. John Adam is currently serving as an associate director for the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center, managing multifaceted, multiyear research projects from inception through submission of the final deliverables. He provides technical assistance, training to professionals, and presentations to key stakeholders to support advancements in concrete pavement design, construction, and maintenance. Mr. Adam has worked for the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) as well as several firms in private industry during his engineering career.
Mr. Adam is a 1980 graduate of Iowa State University, with a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, and is licensed in Iowa as a civil engineer. He was highway division director and chief engineer for the Iowa DOT for six years, after earlier serving as the DOT statewide operations bureau director. Following that, he spent several years as senior vice president at Knight Engineering. In addition, he has been a member of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Subcommittee on Highway Traffic Safety, AASHTO Standing Committee on Highways, and numerous other AASHTO subcommittees throughout his career.
Mr. Adam brings more than 30 years of experience in the design and delivery of transportation improvement projects. He has often collaborated with project stakeholders and the community to develop the right solutions for transportation challenges.
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Education
- BS, Construction Engineering, Iowa State University, 1980
Certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License, State of Iowa (No. 10644)
Professional Experience
- Associate Director, National Concrete Pavement Technology Center, Ames, IA, 2021–present
- Lab Director/Project Manager, National Concrete Pavement Technology Center, Ames, IA, 2018–2021
- Vice President, Knight E/A Inc., 2016–2018
- Chief Engineer/Highway Division Director, Iowa Department of Transportation 2010–2016
- Statewide Operations Bureau Director, Iowa Department of Transportation, 2002–2009
- Materials Engineer/Assistant Materials Engineer, Iowa Department of Transportation, 1998–2002
- District 1 Materials Engineer, Iowa Department of Transportation 1996–1998
- Asphalt Field Construction Engineer, Iowa Department of Transportation, 1990–1996
- Various Materials and Contracts Positions, Iowa Department of Transportation, 1983–1990
- Structural Steel Fabrication/Construction—Various Positions, PDM Corp., 1980–1983
Professional Accomplishments/Highlights
- Provided leadership and guidance in establishment of QA/QC programs for asphalt contractors and for aggregate producers in Iowa
- Involved in specifications development and implementation of QA/QC for concrete paving contractors in Iowa
- Facilitated coordination and management of transportation-related research activities with various research partners and entities
- Oversight of winter maintenance program, focusing on proactive management of snow and ice control, innovation (AVL/GPS, public facing dashboard cameras), and performance measures
- Facilitated development and implementation of electronic construction project administration, including an electronic material delivery ticket process approved by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
- Supported development and implementation of electronic design processes allowing for full “paperless processes” from survey through design, letting, construction, and project close-out
- Successful management of the recovery efforts on the Interstate Highway System in western Iowa damaged by the historic 2011 Missouri River flood
Selected Presentations
- Adam, J. 2022. National Concrete Pavement Technology Center Update. Presented at National Concrete Consortium, September 27, Detroit, MI. Audience: approx. 175.
- Adam, J. 2022. Concrete Pavement Sustainability. Presented at MoAGC/MoDot (Missouri Association of General Contractors/Missouri DOT) Conference, December 8, Osage Beach MO. Audience: approx. 200.
Professional Affiliations
- FHWA Every Day Counts 6 (EDC 6) Targeted Overlays for Pavement Solutions (TOPS) Technical Working Group, 2020–present
- American Concrete Paving Association (ACPA) – Quality Construction Committee, 2020–present
- TRB Design & Rehabilitation of Concrete Pavements Comm. (AKP 20) – “Friend,” 2020–present
- TRB Pavement Preservation Comm. (AKT 20) – “Friend,” 2020–present
- Co-Chair of NCHRP Project 20-68A, Scan 13-02, “Advances in Civil Integrated Management,” April 2015
- TRB SHRP2 Safety Data Oversight Committee, 2014–2019
- TRB Committee on Long-term Stewardship of SHRP2 Safety Data, 2013–2014
- Iowa State University Construction Engineering Industry Advisory Council, 2001–2014
- Concrete Paving Technology Center Advisory Council, 2000–2010
- National Concrete Pavement Technology Center Board Member, 2010–2016
- Iowa Department of Transportation Specifications Committee, 2000–2010
- Iowa Highway Research Board, 1990–2010
- AASHTO Standing Committee on Highways, 2010–2016
- AASHTO Subcommittee on Operations and Management (past member)
- AASHTO Subcommittee on Materials (past member)
- AASHTO Subcommittee on Performance Measures (past member)
- AASHTO Standing Committee on Highway Traffic Safety (past member)
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In-Progress Research
Zhengyu Liu
About Zhengyu
Dr. Zhengyu Liu is a research engineer for the Bridge Engineering Center (BEC) and the Timber Bridge Program. He provides analytical expertise and project oversight for BEC projects. Dr. Liu has been involved in the conduct of bridge-related research for over eight years.
Dr. Liu received his master’s degree in civil engineering in 2014 and doctorate in structural engineering in 2018 from Iowa State University. Following the completion of his PhD, he continued his work at the Bridge Engineering Center as a research engineer. In total, he has contributed to more than 20 bridge-related research projects for numerous federal, state, and local agencies. His current research is in the general area of bridge engineering with specific interest in accelerated bridge construction (ABC), precast bridge element design and connection detailing, time-dependent bridge superstructure behavior, structural health monitoring and load rating, and highly nonlinear bridge structure simulation, etc. He is an author/co-author of more than 20 bridge structure related research reports and peer-reviewed journal articles.
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Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering, Iowa State University, 2018
- MS, Civil Engineering, Iowa State University, 2014
- BS, Civil Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, China, 2012
Certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License, State of Iowa (No. P25328)
Professional Experience
- Research Engineer, Bridge Engineering Center, Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2018–present
- Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 2013–2018
Selected Publications
- Liu, Z., and B. M. Phares. 2023. Field Demonstration of an Innovative Box Beam Connection. Journal of Bridge Engineering, Vol. 28, No. 1.
- Liu, Z., J. Dahlberg, and B. M. Phares. 2023. Field Demonstration of an Innovative Box Beam Connection, IHRB Project 18-647. Iowa Department of Transportation, Ames, IA.
- Phares, B. M., K. S. Freeseman, Z. Liu, and S. Mousavi. 2023. Advancing Bridge Load Rating: Best Practices and Model Frameworks. Federal Highway Administration, Washington, DC.
- Liu, Z., B. M. Phares, Z. Dietrich, and B. Shafei. 2022. Structural behavior of large anchor bolts used for sign-support structures. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, Vol. 190.
- Liu, Z., A. Semendary, and B. M. Phares. 2022. Numerical Investigation on Early Age Performance of UHPC Shear Keys between an Adjacent Prestressed Concrete Box Beams. Advances in Structural Engineering.
- Freeseman, K. S., Z. Liu, B. M. Phares, and S. Mousavi. 2021. Experimental Validation of a Rapid Assessment Tool for Pile Capacity and Stability in Response to Scour Situations. Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
- Liu, Z., K. S. Freeseman, J. M. Dahlberg, B. M. Phares, and M. LaViolette. 2021. Lateral Slide of Multi-Span Bridges: Investigation of Connections and Other Details–Phase I. Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
- Freeseman, K. S., Z. Liu, and B. M. Phares. 2021. Implementation of the Negative Moment Reinforcing Detail Recommendations.” Iowa Highway Research Board, Iowa Department of Transportation, Ames, IA.
- Freeseman, K. S., Z. Liu, and T. B. Sanderson. 2021. Exploration of Ultrasound for the Evaluation and Preservation of Structures. Iowa Highway Research Board, Iowa Department of Transportation, Ames, IA.
- Sanderson, T. B., Z. Liu, and K. S. Freeseman. 2021. Exploration of Ultrasound for the Evaluation and Preservation of Structures. Case Studies in Construction Materials, Elsevier.
- Liu, Z., and A. Semendary. 2021. Numerical Investigation on Early Age Performance of UHPC Shear Keys between an Adjacent Prestressed Concrete Box Beams. Advances in Structural Engineering.
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Adarsh Krishnamurthy
About Adarsh
Dr. Krishnamurthy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Iowa State University. He also contributes to various research on transportation projects associated with the Real-Time Analytics of Transportation Data (REACTOR) Laboratory.
Alicia Hoermann
About Alicia
Ms. Alicia Hoermann is a digital communication specialist/graphic designer working with the Institute for Transportation’s communications group. Her primary responsibilities include leading design and communication on a variety of print- and electronic-based materials for technical/research and promotional/marketing applications. She has become proficient in generating documents that meet 508-compliance standards for full accessibility. Additionally, she collaborates with other team members to complete website, photography, and video projects. She has worked professionally as a graphic designer and specialist in various positions and industries since 2009.
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Education
- BA, Graphic Design and Studio Art, Morningside College, Sioux City, Iowa, 2009
- BS, Advertising, Morningside College, Sioux City, Iowa, 2009
Professional Experience
- Digital Communication Specialist/Graphic Designer, Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, 2018–present
- Leads design and communication for a variety of print- and electronic-based materials, including brochures, manuals, posters, flyers, signage, postcards, logos, newsletters, presentations, and other technical and research publications
- Proficient in generating documents that meet 508-compliance standards for full accessibility
- Collaborates with other team members to complete website, photography, and video projects
- Assists in coordination of yearly events held by the Institute for Transportation, working alongside leadership to determine logistics and leading any visual-related request
- Integral to completion of research-related publications, communicating with principal investigators and their center/program staff through various stages, and ensuring contract requirements are professional in appearance and completed in a timely manner
- Marketing and Graphic Design Specialist, WINPRO Performance Products, LLC, 2016–2017
- Contributed in design, marketing, sales, and administrative efforts to promote a line of canine performance supplements that helps dogs live fuller and feel their best
- Led all branding efforts, including ad design, website appearance, literature and signage creation, apparel and gear, initial social media management, and brand video creation
- Developed packaging process—Initiated a sampling program and designed product labels for different size offerings, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies
- Graphic Design Specialist, APC, Inc., 2011–2016
- Responsible for concepting, designing, and obtaining approval for all marketing material
- Established and owned brand guidelines; created and routinely updated common literature pieces; developed highly impactful brand signage for trade shows and events
- Designed print/digital ads and web banners for various equine and livestock publications
- Created brand video storyboards; shot and edited various in-house videos
- Assisted with creative process for new and existing products, leading internal packaging design portion, ensuring all labeling was compliant with industry regulations
- Graphic Designer, Times Citizen Communications, 2009–2010
- Generated new advertising campaign and design initiatives for local companies
- Assisted with weekly newspaper publishing tasks
- Collectively collaborated with advertising representatives, web programmers, and clients
Chris Williams
About Chris
Dr. R. Chris Williams has served as the principal investigator (PI) or Co-PI on numerous pavements and materials related research projects totaling more than $50M. Dr. Williams has more than 22 years of research experience managing and directing research funded by governmental agencies and major corporations. He has 25+ years of research experience in asphalt materials and pavement design. This experience includes the development and use of new materials in asphalt materials, design and evaluation of hot mix asphalt, design and construction specification development for hot mix asphalt, fundamental characterization of asphalt materials and hot mix asphalt, recycled asphalt shingles and reclaimed asphalt pavement, ground tire rubber in asphalt applications, and mechanistic-empirical pavement design.
His accomplishments include a substantial amount of work in sustainability, including the development of new biopolymers, bio-rejuvenators, and compaction aids/warm mix asphalt technologies from a bio-derived material, use of ground tire rubber and recycled asphalt shingles in asphalt mixtures, mixtures containing high amounts of recycled asphalt pavement, and evaluation of warm mix asphalt technologies.
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Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering, Purdue University, 1996
- MS, Civil Engineering, Purdue University, 1993
- BS, Civil Engineering, University of Vermont, 1991
Professional Experience
- Gerald & Audrey Professor, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University, 2011–Present
- Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Iowa State University, August 2005–2011
- Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 1999–2005
Selected Publications
- Elkashef, M., R. C. Williams, and E. Cochran. 2018. Effect of Asphalt Binder Grade and Source on the Extent of Rheological Changes in Rejuvenated Binders. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, Vol. 30, No. 12.
- Chen, C., J. H. Podolsky, N. Hernandez, A. Hohmann, R. C. Williams, and E. W. Cochran. 2018. Rheological Properties and Effects of Aging on Acrylated Epoxidized Soybean Oil (AESO) Monomer Modified Asphalt Binder. Int’l Journal of Road Materials and Pavement Design, pp. 1–27.
- Podolsky, J. H., A. F. Buss, R. C. Williams, and E. W. Cochran. 2017. Effect of Bio-Derived/Chemical Additives on Warm Mix Asphalt Compaction and Mix Performance at Low Temperature. International Journal of Cold Regions Science and Technology.
- Lin, S., J. A. Ashlock, and R. C. Williams. 2016. Nondestructive Quality Assessment of Asphalt Pavements Based on Dynamic Modulus. Journal of Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 112, pp. 836–847.
- Chen, C., R. C. Williams, M. G. Marasinghe, J. C. Ashlock, S. Schram, and A. Buss. 2015. Assessment of Composite Pavement Performance by Survival Analysis. ASCE Journal of Transportation Engineering, Vol. 141, No. 9.
Honors, Recognitions, and Outstanding Achievements
- The American Cleaning Institute/National Biodiesel Board (ACI/NBB) Glycerine Innovation Award, 2019
- ISU Award for Achievement in Intellectual Property, 2018
- Named the Gerald and Audrey Olson Professor in Civil Engineering, 2014
- Research Partnership Award, Center for Transportation Studies, University of Minnesota, 2013
- Best Paper Award, 8th International Conference on Road and Airfield Pavement Technology, Taiwan, China, 2013
- Best Paper Award, 2nd International Conference WASTES: Solutions, Treatments and Opportunities, Braga, Portugal, 2013
- Best Paper Award, MAIREPAV7 Conference, Auckland, New Zealand, 2012
- Adjunct Faculty Member, Michigan Technological University, 2005–2009
- Howard E. Hill Chi Epsilon Outstanding Faculty of the Year for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan Tech (based upon student voting), 2003–2004
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Civil Engineers, 1989–present
- American Society for Testing & Materials, 1996–present
- Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists, 2000–present
- National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association Research Advisory Board, 1999–present
- Transportation Research Board, 1992–present
- Member of AFK40: Characteristics of Bituminous-Aggregate Combinations To Meet Surface Requirements, 2005–present
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In-Progress Research
David Veneziano
About David
Dr. David Veneziano is the safety circuit rider with the Iowa Local Technical Assistance Program at the Institute for Transportation at Iowa State University. Dr. Veneziano earned his doctorate in transportation engineering from Iowa State University in 2006. He has over 15 years of experience in various aspects of transportation research, including safety and operational analysis, winter maintenance applications, intelligent transportation systems, and remote sensing. He has considerable research experience working with numerous agencies, including the National Cooperative Highway Research Program and the Iowa, California, Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, Maryland, and Montana Departments of Transportation, among others. In addition, his experience includes outreach and training activities for safety treatments, roadside safety, work zone flagging and safety, and roadway signing and marking.
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Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering), Iowa State University, 2006
- MS, Transportation Planning, Iowa State University, 2002
- BS, Management, St. Joseph’s College, 2000
Professional Experience
- Safety Circuit Rider, Iowa Local Technical Assistance Program, Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, 2015–present
- Research Scientist, Western Transportation Institute, Montana State University, 2006–2015
- Professional experience has focused on conducting research and outreach in the areas of traffic safety, operations, and intelligent transportation systems. Other transportation-related research efforts include winter maintenance, planning, economic analysis, and remote sensing. Emphasis has been on evaluation of low-cost safety and operational countermeasures and treatments for rural roads.
- Outreach activities include workshops and training for local road agencies, addressing various needs including low-cost safety treatments, work zone flagging, and signing training.
Selected Publications
- Veneziano, D. 2022. Designing Low Water Crossings. Presented at the 2022 Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas (MINK) Local Roads Meeting, St. Joseph, MO, September 29.
- Hallmark, S., D. Veneziano, T. Litteral, and J. Wood. 2022. Identifying Short Term Strategies for Local Agencies to Prepare for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles. , Road Safety and Simulation Conference, Athens, Greece, June 2022.
- Veneziano, D., and V. Goetz. 2021. Technology Exchange on Local Roads Bridge Programs. Transportation Research Circular E-C272.
- Fay, L., N. Villwock-Witte, K. Clouser, and D. Veneziano. 2020. Severe Weather Index. Maryland Department of Transportation, Baltimore, MD.
- Veneziano, D., and O. Smadi. 2018. Investigating the Necessity and Prioritizing Pavement Markings on Low-Volume Roads. Minnesota Department of Transportation, St. Paul, MN.
- Veneziano, D., and K. Knapp. 2016. Sign Effectiveness Guide. Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
- Knapp, K., D. Veneziano, and P. Albritton. 2015. Evaluation of Pavement Markings on Low-Volume Rural Roadways in Iowa. Institute for Transportation, Iowa State University, Ames, IA.
- Veneziano, D. 2016. Evaluation of the Fredonyer Pass Icy Curve Warning System. Western Transportation Institute, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT.
- Veneziano, D., A. Muthumani, and X. Shi. 2015. Safety Effects of Fixed Automated Spray Technology Systems. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Vol. 2482, pp. 102–109.
- Veneziano, D., X. Shi, L. Ballard, Z. Ye, and L. Fay. 2014. A Benefit-Cost Analysis Toolkit: Assessing Road Weather Management Technologies and Enabling Winter Maintenance Best Practices. ASCE Special Publication Climatic Effects on Pavement and Geotechnical Infrastructure, pp. 217–230.
- Veneziano, D., L. and Koon. 2014. Survey of Western State Safety Warning Devices. Western Transportation Institute, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT.
Professional Affiliations
- Member, TRB Standing Committee on Road Weather (AKR50)
Research
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Kejin Wang
About Kejin
Dr. Kejin Wang is a distinguished professor in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering and is closely associated with the National Center of Concrete Pavement Technology at Iowa State University. She does research in many aspects of concrete materials, including cement hydration, microstructure characterization, concrete durability, sustainable concrete materials, and advanced concrete technology.
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Education
- PhD, Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1994
- MS, Civil Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences (Beijing, China), 1985
- BS, Civil Engineering, Hefei University of Technology (Hefei, China), 1982
Certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License, State of Illinois
Selected Publications
Dr. Wang has published 123 peer-reviewed journal papers and 46 other peer-reviewed papers. She has also edited 7 books (2 international conference proceedings and 5 special publications).
- Lei, B., H. Yu, Y. Guo, H. Zhao, K. Wang, and W. Li. 2022. Mechanical properties of multi-recycled aggregate concrete under combined compression and shear. Engineering Failure Analysis, Vol. 143, Part A.
- Adil, S., Y. Sadati, P. Ling, K. Taylor, J. Wang, and T. Kevern. 2022. Effect of penetrating sealers on joint performance of poor durability concrete. Materials Journal, Vol. 119, No. 9.
- Guo, Y., W. Li, W. Dong, Z. Luo, F. Qu, F. Yang, and K. Wang. 2022. Self-sensing performance of cement-based sensor with carbon black and polypropylene fibres under different loading conditions. Journal of Building Engineering, Vol. 59.
- Wi, K. K. Wang, J. Han, H-S. Lee, and S. Lim. 2022. Effects of nano Palm Oil Fuel Ash on Hydration of Cement under the Accelerated Carbonation Curing. Materials Letters, Vol. 327.
- Wang, X., Y. Wang, X. Ge, B. Tong+, V. Schaefer, K. Wang, and C. Li. 2022.The quantitative assessment of clogging and cleaning effects on the permeability of pervious concrete. Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 335.
- Qu, F., W. Li, Y. Guo, S. Zhang, J. L. Zhou, and K. Wang. 2022. Chloride-binding capacity of cement-GGBFS-nanosilica composites under seawater chloride-rich environment. Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 342, Part B.
- Guo, Y., W. Li. K. Dong, K., Wang, X. He, K. Vessalas, and D. Sheng. 2022. Self-sensing cement-based sensor with superhydrophobic and self-cleaning capacities after silane-based surficial treatment. Case Studies in Construction Materials.
- Zhao, Y., Z. Hu, K. Tang, K. Wang, Y. Li, and W. Li. 2022. Deterioration of concrete under coupled aggressive actions associated with load, temperature and chemical attacks: A comprehensive review. Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 322.
- Li, W., Y. Dong, K. Guo, K. Wang, and S. P. Shah. 2022. Advances in multifunctional cementitious composites with conductive carbon nanomaterials for smart infrastructure. Cement and Concrete Composites, Vol. 128.
- Dong, W., W. Li, K. Wang, S. P. Shah, and D. Sheng. 2022. Multifunctional cementitious composites with integrated self-sensing and self-healing capacities using carbon black and slaked lime. Ceramics International, Vol. 48, No. 14, pp. 19851–19863.
- Dong, W., W. Li, Y. Guo, F. Qu, K. Wang, and D. Sheng. 2022. Piezoresistive performance of hydrophobic cement-based sensors under moisture and chloride-rich environments. Cement and Concrete Composites, Vol. 126.
- Guo, Y., W. Li, W, Dong, K. Wang, X. He, K. Vessalas, and D. Sheng. 2022. Self-sensing cement-based sensors with superhydrophobic and self-cleaning capacities after silane-based surficial treatments. Case Studies in Construction Materials.
- Zhao¢, H., K. Zhou, K. Wang, X. Wu, and S.P. Shah. 2022. Effects of CNT/MgO-type expansive agent on the cracking resistance of face slab concrete of CFRD. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, Vol. 34, No. 12.
- Wang, X., W. Li, Z. Luo, K. Wang, and S. P. Shah. 2022. A critical review on phase change materials (PCM) for sustainable and energy efficient building: Design, characteristic, performance, and application. Energy and Buildings, Vol. 260.
- Dong, W., W. Li, Y. Guo, K. Wang, D. Sheng. 2022. Mechanical properties and piezoresistive performance of intrinsic cement-based sensors subjected to impact load. Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 327.
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Professional, Affiliations, Honors, and Awards
- Fellow, American Concrete Institute (ACI), 2013–present
- Senior Editor, Journal of Construction and Building Materials
- Associate Editor, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering
- Editorial Board Member, ASTM International’s Journal of Advances in Civil Engineering Materials