Manda Ramaniraka, PhD
About Manda Ramaniraka, PhD
Manda Ramaniraka, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Aix-Marseille University, specializing in ultrasound propagation in complex media and non-destructive testing of concrete structures. He has a diverse academic background in engineering and has held various teaching and research positions since 2015.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Manda Ramaniraka has been serving as an Associate Professor (Maître de conférences) at Aix-Marseille University since 2021. In this role, he teaches materials related to civil engineering within the Civil Engineering and Sustainable Construction department at the university's Institute of Technology. Prior to his current position, he worked at the same institution as a Teaching Assistant (Moniteur) from 2015 to 2018 and as an Assistant Professor (ATER) from 2018 to 2019. His academic contributions span several years and departments, reflecting a commitment to education and research.
Education and Expertise
Manda Ramaniraka holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical and Acoustical Engineering from Aix-Marseille Université, which he completed between 2015 and 2019. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mechanical and Material Engineering from Université de Cergy-Pontoise in 2014 and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Civil Engineering from Polytechnic College of Antananarivo in 2013. Additionally, he studied English Language at the Private Institute 'Campus Langues' in Paris, achieving a Diploma for Language Competence (C1). His educational background supports his specialization in non-destructive testing and evaluation of concrete structures.
Research Focus
Manda Ramaniraka's research primarily involves ultrasound propagation in complex media, which is part of the Waves and Imaging team at the Laboratory of Mechanics and Acoustics. His work in this area contributes to advancements in understanding acoustic behavior in various materials, particularly in the context of non-destructive testing techniques. This research is integral to his role in evaluating concrete structures and enhancing safety in civil engineering applications.
Previous Experience
Before joining Aix-Marseille University as an Associate Professor, Manda Ramaniraka worked as a Postdoctoral Research Engineer at CEA in Cadarache from 2019 to 2021. He also served as a PhD Candidate (Doctorant) at the Laboratory of Mechanics and Acoustics - CNRS from 2015 to 2019. His diverse experiences in both academic and research settings have equipped him with a broad skill set relevant to his current teaching and research responsibilities.