Andrew S. Whittaker

PhD, PE, SE, NAE

Andrew S. Whittaker.

Andrew S. Whittaker

PhD, PE, SE, NAE

Andrew S. Whittaker

PhD, PE, SE, NAE

Research Topics

Structural and earthquake engineering; Bridge engineering; Blast and impact engineering; Performance-based engineering, nuclear structures

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Latest News

  • Whittaker appointed National Grid Chaired Professor
    9/11/26

    Andrew S. Whittaker, SUNY Distinguished Professor and National Academy of Engineering (NAE) member, has been appointed National Grid Chaired Professor in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. 

  • Forum Speakers Tout Nuclear Power
    7/3/26

    The Dunkirk Observer Today reported on a meeting in Fredonia to discuss the possibility of a nuclear power plant in Dunkirk and noted that Andrew Whittaker was one of five panelists offering their expertise.  

  • Leading a charge: Forum stokes nuclear power interest
    7/1/26

    The Jamestown Post-Journal reported on a meeting in Fredonia to discuss the possibility of a nuclear power plant in Dunkirk and noted that Andrew Whittaker was one of five panelists offering their expertise.

  • Scott Weber and Andrew Whittaker to receive UB President's Medal
    4/29/26

    President Satish K. Tripathi and SEAS alum Marcus Yam will also be recognized during commencement with the Norton Medal and a SUNY honorary degree, respectively. 

  • Whittaker recognized for advancing structural engineering
    4/2/26

    Andrew S. Whittaker, SUNY Distinguished Professor, received the Ernest E. Howard Award from the American Society of Civil Engineers.

  • 10 ASCE members elected to National Academy of Engineering’s class of 2026
    3/3/26

    The American Society of Civil Engineers reported that Andrew Whittaker  was among 10 ASCE members recently named to the NAE’s class of 2026.

  • 10 ASCE members elected to National Academy of Engineering’s class of 2026
    3/3/26

    The American Society of Civil Engineers reported that Andrew Whittaker was among 10 ASCE members recently named to the NAE’s class of 2026.