Position Title
Director of the Center for Geotechnical Modeling
Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Position Title
Director of the Center for Geotechnical Modeling
Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Bio
Professor DeJong directs research driven by science-based inquiry to develop robust, practical methods and technologies for geotechnical practice. Our work includes the development of characterization tools for challenging soils (e.g. gravels, interbedded soils, tailings), design of site investigation programs to minimize uncertainty, advancement of bio-mediated technologies (e.g. microbially induced calcite precipitation), discovery of bio-inspired solutions (e.g. root-inspired foundations), and incorporation of sustainability metrics in research and practice.This occurs through the SIL Laboratory, the NSF ERC CBBG, and the UCD CGM.