Fernando Alvarez Borges
About Fernando Alvarez Borges
Fernando Alvarez Borges is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Diamond Light Source, specializing in the application of synchrotron radiation to visualize pile-soil interaction in scaled models. He has an extensive academic background in Civil Engineering, holding degrees from Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán and the University of Southampton, and has worked in various engineering roles in Mexico and the UK.
Work at Diamond Light Source
Fernando Alvarez Borges has been employed as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Diamond Light Source since 2019. His role focuses on investigating the application of synchrotron radiation to visualize pile-soil interaction in scaled models. This research contributes to the understanding of geotechnical engineering and the behavior of foundations under various conditions.
Education and Expertise
Fernando Alvarez Borges holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán, which he completed from 2006 to 2011. He furthered his education at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Science in Civil Engineering in 2014 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering and the Environment from 2015 to 2019. His academic background supports his research interests in deep foundations for offshore wind turbines, particularly in areas with weak carbonate rocks.
Background
Before his current roles, Fernando Alvarez Borges worked in various engineering positions. He served as a Cost Control Engineer at IMADICO SA DE CV for nine months in 2011 and as an Operations Manager at Elemetic for eight months in 2015, both in the Mérida Area, Mexico. His experience in these roles provided him with practical insights into project management and cost control in engineering projects.
Research Experience at University of Southampton
Fernando Alvarez Borges was a Postgraduate Researcher at the University of Southampton from 2015 to 2019. During this period, he engaged in research that culminated in his PhD. He has continued his association with the University of Southampton as a Visiting Fellow since 2020, where he contributes to ongoing research initiatives and collaborates with other scholars in the field.