Dr. Eduardo Miranda

Professor

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Biography

Professor Eduardo Miranda specializes in structural engineering with an emphasis on performance-based earthquake engineering. He utilizes measurements made from instrumented structures to study their responses during earthquakes, conducting research to assess the impacts of earthquakes on structures and society at large. His work focuses on developing methods to improve the design and construction of structures for enhanced performance. Additionally, he is interested in the development of computer tools that automate the analysis, design, and construction processes. Over his career, he has held various academic positions in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor. His academic and research contributions have been recognized through numerous awards, and he is an active participant in the field of earthquake engineering, serving as a reviewer for significant journals and as a member of prestigious engineering societies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University • Stanford, California

Associate Professor

— Present

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University • Stanford, California

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University • Stanford, California

Awards

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Exceptional Reviewer

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Corresponding Member

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Outstanding Paper Award

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President's Award

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Top 25 Newsmakers

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Moisseiff Award

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Outstanding Journal Paper

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Special Citation

Courses

CEE 285B CEE 287 CEE 295A CEE 399 CEE 198 CEE 199L CEE 299L CEE 299 CEE 398 CEE 377 CEE 199H CEE 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.