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Dr. Kukreti worked in a faculty position for 22 years at the University of Oklahoma; serving as Acting Director of the School of CEES from 1996-1999, before moving to University of Cincinnati in August, 2000. Dr. Kukreti teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in structural engineering, and his research interests include Finite element analysis and experimental studies of linear and nonlinear static and dynamic structural systems, behavior and design of steel connections, and seismic analysis and design.  Sub-structuring analysis procedures for large complex systems.  Small-scale modeling and testing.  Constitutive modeling and fracture.  Modeling of flow through porous media

Publications

• Kukreti, A.R., and Abolmaali, A., “Moment-Rotation Hysteresis Behavior of Top and Seat Angle Steel Frame Connections,” Journal of Structural Engineering, American Society of Civil Engineers, Vol 125, No. 8, 1999, pp. 810-820.

• Mannava, S., Bush, Jr, T.D., and Kukreti, A.R., “Dowel Load-Deflection in a Pavement Joint,” Structural Journal, American Concrete Institute, Vol. 96, No. 6, November-December, 1999, pp. 891-898.

• Abolmaali, A., Kukreti, A. R., and Razavi, S. H.,“Cyclic Performance of Semi-Rigid Double Web Angle Steel Connections,” Journal of Construction Steel Research., Vol. 59, No. 8, 2003, pp. 1057-1082.

• Bishop, P.L., Keener, T.C., Kukreti, A.R. and Kowel, S.T., “The ACCEND program: a combined BS and MS program in environmental engineering that includes co-operative work experience,” Water Science & Technology, 49 (8): 73-79, 2004.

• Kukreti, A.R. (PI) with 6 Co-PIs, “GK-12 Fellows Program – “Science and Technology Enhancement Program (STEP),” NSF, $1,507,500, with $291,326 contributed by the University of Cincinnati, giving a total of $1,798,826, 7/2002-6/2006.

• Kukreti A.R. (PI) with 3 Co-PIs, “GAANN – “Advanced Study in Transportation Infrastructure Asset Management: Doctoral Fellowships in Civil Engineering,” US Department of Education, $346,500, 8/2001-8/2006.

•  “REU Site in Structural Engineering: Development of Enhanced Materials and Structural Assemblages Used for Seismic Performance Studies,” funded by the National Science Foundation for  $413,181 with cost sharing of $10,000 provided by the University of Cincinnati, giving a total of $423,181 during 2/1/99 to 5/14/04.  (P.I.:  A. R. Kukreti).“

• Advanced Study in Transportation Infrastructure Asset Management - Doctoral fellowships in Civil Engineering,”  funded by the U.S. Department of Education for $345,000 with cost sharing of $102,950 provided by the University of Cincinnati, giving a total of $447,950 during 9/1/01 to 8/31/04.  (P.I.: A.R. Kukreti; and Co-P.I.s: B. Shahrooz, P. Pant, and T. Iaonnides).