Dr. Dimitrios Konstantinidis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dimitrios Konstantinidis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests primarily focus on earthquake engineering and engineering mechanics. He is dedicated to understanding, quantifying, and improving the earthquake performance of nonstructural building components, developing seismic isolation structural control systems, and enhancing the seismic safety and resilience of critical facilities, such as hospitals and power plants. His research combines experimental testing with mathematical modeling for a variety of purposes, including gaining a deep understanding of the accurate characterization of behavior, proposing innovative earthquake protection solutions, and providing recommendations for improved design codes and guidelines. Notably, he authored the publication 'Mechanics of Rubber Bearings for Seismic Vibration Isolation', which contributes to the field of structural dynamics and seismic isolation.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice Chair Undergraduate Studies

— Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Awards

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PEER Grant

2025-02-25
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SEMM Community Honors M.S. Graduates Annual Luncheon

2024-05-06
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ASCE Spring Banquet

2024-05-01

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.