Rebecca Gravina
About Rebecca Gravina
Rebecca Gravina serves as the Vice President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Australia Section and has held various academic positions at RMIT University, where she specializes in civil and structural engineering.
Work at American Society of Civil Engineers
Rebecca Gravina serves as the Vice President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Australia Section - Region 10 since 2018. In this role, she contributes to the advancement of civil engineering practices and fosters professional development within the engineering community. Her leadership within ASCE aligns with her commitment to enhancing the civil engineering profession in Australia.
Current Roles at RMIT University
Rebecca Gravina holds multiple positions at RMIT University. She has been the Discipline Leader for Civil Materials since 2020 and a Professor of Civil/Structural Engineering since 2021. Additionally, she has served as an Associate Professor in Civil/Structural Engineering since 2015. Her roles involve overseeing academic programs and conducting research in civil engineering, particularly focusing on materials and structural analysis.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Gravina studied Civil Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng). She furthered her education at the University of Adelaide, where she obtained a PhD in Structural Engineering. Her expertise includes non-linear finite element analysis of concrete structures and the use of recycled materials in construction.
Research Contributions and Publications
Rebecca Gravina has published over 70 research papers in high-standing international journals and conferences. Her research focuses on engineering education, the repair and rehabilitation of deteriorated structures using fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, and the application of recycled materials in construction. She has also co-authored the book 'Prestressed Concrete' alongside Warner Foster.
Professional Involvement and Achievements
Rebecca Gravina has been actively involved in professional organizations, serving as the Editor in Chief of the Australian Journal of Civil Engineering since 2005. She is also a member of the Concrete Institute Victorian branch committee. Throughout her career, she has received numerous competitive research grants and teaching awards, reflecting her contributions to civil engineering education and research.