ASCE Fairbanks Branch September Luncheon
Exploring a lesser known permafrost geohazard, creep of frozen soils, with a discussion of Lost Creek, Alaska case study.
Dr. Matthew Bray
Matt Bray is a faculty member of the Civil, Geological, and Environmental Engineering department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. He teaches courses in cold regions engineering and geotechnical engineering. He is the current instructor for Arctic Engineering at UAF. He has over 20 years of experience in permafrost and frozen soils covering topics such as permafrost geology, thaw settlement, mechanical properties and behavior, frost heave, and thermal properties. Matt has extensive experience testing the mechanical properties of frozen soils with an emphasis on creep behavior of undisturbed permafrost soils.
Wednesday, September 17th | 12:00PM – 1:00PM
UAF BP Design Theater, Room 401
Usibelli Engineering, Learning, and Innovation Building (1764 Tanana Loop)
PARKING: Closest available parking is at Signer’s Hall / Cornerstone Plaza.
Cost: $1.25 per hour (Pay at kiosk or via PassportParking Mobile App)