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Bora Pulatsu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University, specializing in architectural conservation and sustainability engineering. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Middle East Technical University, a Master’s from the University of Minho and Polytechnic University of Catalonia, and a Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His research interests include advanced computational modeling, with applications in discontinuous and continuum-based numerical methods to understand the behavior of fracture mechanisms in quasi-brittle construction materials and reinforced concrete structural members. He conducts structural analysis of historical masonry structures using data-driven modeling strategies to predict their performances under exceptional actions. Additionally, Pulatsu focuses on the seismic assessment of both modern and historic masonry structures and reinforced concrete, employing non-destructive techniques and numerical tools. His work also addresses thermo-mechanical coupling in concrete masonry, soil-structure interaction, and testing of sustainable building materials and structures. Moreover, he is involved in teaching advanced computational modeling strategies in historic buildings and other fundamental engineering courses.
Includes MEng and MASc options.