Let’s meet Pegah Zare, our newest member of the team!

[Translate to English:] Portraitbild von Frau Pegah Zare

She is as an explorer at heart, driven by curiosity and a passion for diving into the diverse fields of civil engineering. Originally from Kurdistan, Iran, her first master’s studies sparked a deep interest in interdisciplinary research, leading her to focus her thesis on the mechanical properties and durability of lightweight fiber-reinforced concrete. After completing her first master’s in Iran, she had the privilege of working in Brazil, gaining hands-on experience alongside civil engineering professionals from various cultural backgrounds. Eager to expand her knowledge, she pursued a second master’s in Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering at TU Graz, where she specialized in experimental and numerical solutions related to sustainability and environmental adaptation.

For her doctoral studies, under the guidance of Prof. Philipp Preinstorfer, she will expand the knowledge on the long-term performance of non-metallic reinforced concrete to new materials.

Outside of academics, she enjoys finding balance and joy in nature through camping and expressing her energy through dancing.

Find out what she has to say:
"Building on my academic background and research experience, I am excited to continue advancing in the field of structural engineering. I am grateful for the opportunity to join the Research Unit Structural Concrete at TU Wien and am eager to contribute and grow in this dynamic environment."

We are very much looking forward to working together!

About us

Structural concrete plays a pivotal role in modern society, serving as a fundamental material for over a century in the construction and development of urban infrastructure. Our research group is doing cutting-edge research on existing and newly built structures to transform reinforced concrete from the dull mass material it is used to be to an ingenious construction method that efficiently harnesses emerging technologies, prolongs the service life and makes sustainable use of our natural resources. One core focus of the group activities revolves around the digital fabrication of concrete structures from file to factory using advanced analytical methods and robotic tools. The group is also at the forefront of research when it comes to textile-reinforced structures. Through the exploitation of tailored yarn placement, the boundaries of traditional reinforcement concepts are leveraged for the creation of bespoke structures that are inspired by nature. A further key area of research is the development of innovative bridge and tunnel construction methods. The research group also operates a state-of-the-art laboratory in which the developed models, structural elements and construction methods can be tested for their applicability.

Group Picture of the institute

Group photo of the Research Unit Structural Concrete 2024 © Photographer Christian Husar