Rajesh Paleti
About Rajesh Paleti
Rajesh Paleti is a Research Scientist currently working at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has an extensive academic background in Civil Engineering and has held various positions in academia and industry, focusing on econometric models and individual decision-making in travel behavior analysis.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Rajesh Paleti currently serves as a Research Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2021. His work involves applying advanced research methodologies to address complex scientific questions. Paleti's research focuses on choice models of individual decision-making, which are derived from micro-economic theory. His contributions to the laboratory enhance the understanding of human behavior in various contexts.
Previous Academic Positions
Prior to his current role, Rajesh Paleti held academic positions at several institutions. He worked as an Assistant Professor at Penn State University from 2018 to 2021, and at Old Dominion University from 2014 to 2018. In these roles, he engaged in teaching and research, contributing to the academic community in the field of civil engineering and transportation.
Education and Expertise
Rajesh Paleti's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering (Transportation) from The University of Texas at Austin, completed from 2009 to 2012. He also holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering from the same institution, achieved in 2009. His undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering, was obtained from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, from 2004 to 2008. This extensive education underpins his expertise in econometric models and travel behavior analysis.
Research Contributions
Rajesh Paleti has made significant contributions to the field of transportation research. His work includes analyzing long-term residential and work location choices using econometric models. He has developed methods for predicting human behavior in travel behavior analysis and investigated vehicle fleet choices through choice modeling. His research employs micro-economic theory to explore individual decision-making processes related to travel and activity choices.
Early Career Experience
Before his academic roles, Rajesh Paleti gained practical experience as a Systems Analysis Modeler at Parsons Brinckerhoff from 2013 to 2014. He also completed a student internship at Buro Happold in 2007. These positions provided him with valuable insights into the application of engineering principles in real-world scenarios, enhancing his analytical skills and understanding of transportation systems.