Dr. Christian Chuquitaype

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christian Malaga Chuquitaype is a Reader in Structural Dynamics and Seismic Engineering at Imperial College London, specializing in Structural Earthquake Engineering and Applied Dynamics. His research focuses on how structures respond to extreme conditions, particularly in earthquake-prone regions and extra-terrestrial environments. He is dedicated to addressing a broad range of engineering challenges through innovative technologies, combining advanced numerical methods with experimental techniques. Alongside his research, he is actively involved in teaching, consulting, and has served in various academic and institutional roles, including Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Director of the MSc Programme in Earthquake Engineering. His editorial service spans multiple prominent journals in the field, and he has made numerous contributions to committees and panels related to engineering standards and peer reviews, contributing to international research efforts.

Research Interests

Experience

Reader in Structural Dynamics and Seismic Engineer

2022-01-01 — Present

Imperial College London • London, United Kingdom

Involved in research and teaching focused on structural dynamics and seismic engineering.

Awards

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Research Paper Prize

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Tso Kung Hsieh Award

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Unwin Prize PhD Thesis Civil Engineering

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Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Award

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European Union Country MEES Full Scholarship

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Public Commendation Graduate Thesis

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Place Honour Roll

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Top 2% Highly Cited Scientist

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Editor's Featured Paper Award

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JSPS Fellowship

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.