Welcome to Research in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Faculty and students in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering conduct research that addresses some of the most pressing challenges facing the built and natural environments - from aging infrastructure and transportation systems to water quality, sustainability, and climate resilience. Our work is supported by federal and state agencies, industry partners, and interdisciplinary collaborations across the University of Pittsburgh and beyond.

Explore our research through the links below.

Research Laboratories

Our labs support experimental and computational work across the full range of civil and environmental engineering disciplines. View our research laboratories.

Faculty Research Areas

Our faculty pursue active research programs spanning structural engineering, transportation, geotechnical engineering, water resources, environmental engineering, sustainable engineering, and more. Explore faculty research areas.

IRISE Consortium

The Impactful Resilient Infrastructure Science and Engineering (IRISE) Consortium brings together researchers, government agencies, and industry partners to advance resilient infrastructure solutions. Learn more about IRISE.

Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation

The Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation (MCSI) is a University-wide center that catalyzes sustainability research and education at Pitt, integrating sustainability into the curriculum, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and connecting students with hands-on opportunities. Learn more about MCSI.

Pitt Sustainability

CEE faculty and students contribute to the University of Pittsburgh's broader sustainability mission, which spans research, campus operations, and community engagement. Visit Pitt Sustainability.