Research

Research – Dr. Nemy Banthia

Dr. Banthia is a globally recognized researcher in sustainable civil infrastructure, with groundbreaking work in carbon neutral building materials, resilient structural design, strengthening against earthquakes and sensor based asset management using machine learning and artificial intelligence in  high-performance materials, fiber-reinforced composites, and concrete innovation. His research bridges the gap between science and society — creating real-world solutions that improve safety, durability, and sustainability in infrastructure systems.

525+

refereed journal publications

9

international patents

20+

edited technical volumes

75 +

PhD/Masters Graduates

Global Research Collaborations

Through IC-IMPACTS :

  • Clean water delivery

  • Rural infrastructure

  • Smart cities and sustainable housing

  • Health-focused construction technologies

Collaborating with:

  • 50+ Universities

  • 160 Companies

  • 260+ Faculty researchers

  • 1,000+ Graduate students trained

Research Recognition

Jacob Biely Prize

UBC’s top research award (2021)

Killam Research Prize

Killam Foundation

Wolfson Merit Award

Royal Society, UK

Wason Medal

American Concrete Institute

Solutions Through Research Award

BC Innovation Council

Fellow of:

- Royal Society of Canada
- Canadian Academy of Engineering
- Indian National Academy of Engineering
- Indian concrete institute
- Canadian society of civil engineering