Dr. Mason Ghafghazi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mason Ghafghazi is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in geotechnical engineering and earthquake foundations. His research focuses on the assessment of liquefaction potential, post-cyclic response, and the behavior of gravelly soils. He has extensive expertise in constitutive modeling of soils and geotechnical field investigation, examining ground failure mechanisms and the implications of geotechnical processes within the context of Iran’s political landscape. Ghafghazi employs both numerical and physical modeling techniques to advance understanding in these areas. His work not only contributes to academic knowledge but also has practical implications for engineering practices and safety in earthquake-prone regions.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology