Dr. Shawn Kenny

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Shawn Kenny is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University. His research focuses on linear civil infrastructure systems such as pipelines, culverts, roads, and railways, particularly in the context of climate change and geohazards. He addresses the impact of climate change on infrastructure, assessing issues like permafrost thaw, ground subsidence, and the effects of climate on the performance integrity of civil assets. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Memorial University and a Ph.D. from Dalhousie University. In his research, he employs advanced computational simulation tools, primarily finite element methods, to evaluate the effects of load on civil structures. Additionally, he utilizes remote sensing technologies and field studies to monitor physical environments and establish the mechanical properties of materials. Shawn leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to meeting the challenges posed by climate change on infrastructure resilience. He is extensively involved in teaching various courses related to mechanics and finite element analysis in civil engineering. He has also supervised numerous graduate students and is committed to contributing to the field through education and research.

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