The Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers: Recipient Details
Reginald DesRoches
Affidivation:
Georgia Institute of Technology
NSF Directorate:
ENG
Gender:
M
Award Year:
2001
Citation:
For conducting exceptional research in the use of "smart" materials, such as shape memory alloy technology for civil infrastructures to make them more seismic resistant and better able to dissipate energy in the case of earthquakes and other environmental exposure. His integrated education activities include hands-on research in civil engineering and international and industrial participation.