We need validated, science-based mitigation strategies to reduce the vulnerability of structures to wildfires.
The economic and social impacts of wildfires have been rising in recent years, and they now represent a global concern. Although factors such as weather patterns cannot be controlled, the vulnerability of communities can be managed through proper strategies and informed decisions. This project will study historical data from California to investigate effects of different construction features on the fire performance of structures during different wildfire events. The correlation between the level of damage and the intensity of wildfire event, characteristics of the community, environmental factors, etc. will be studied.
Length of commitment | About 3-5 months; a semester |
Start time | Anytime |
In-person, remote, or hybrid? | Hybrid |
Level of collaboration | Small group project (2-3 students) |
Benefits | Research experience; academic credit |
Who is eligible | All undergraduate students |
Negar Elhami-Khorasani
Assistant Professor
Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering
Phone: (716) 645-3019
Email: negarkho@buffalo.edu
The specific preparation activities for this project will be customized through discussions between you and your project mentor. Please be sure to ask them for the instructions to complete the required preparation activities.
Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering