Dr. Raffaele De Risi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Raffaele De Risi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Bristol, specializing in Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering. His research focuses on various aspects of structural modeling and performance-based earthquake engineering, including lifecycle cost analysis, seismic risk management, and tsunami hazard risk modeling. He has worked on assessing seismic loss for spatially distributed structures and developed techniques to mitigate seismic risks effectively. With an active role in multiple research projects, Raffaele contributes significantly to understanding the impacts of climate change on infrastructure resilience and assesses hydro-geological phenomena. He has published extensively and continues to engage in external collaborations, enhancing the interdisciplinary applications of his work. Raffaele's contributions have earned him recognition in the form of prestigious awards, including the Earthquake Spectra Outstanding Paper Award, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in earthquake engineering and risk assessment.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.