Dr. Siavash (Ash) Zamiran is a seasoned geotechnical engineer with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering-Geotechnical. He has extensive experience in both academia and industry, having taught and conducted research at different institutions while also contributing to real-world projects. With a background in teaching and supervising students, Dr. Zamiran has a strong commitment to education and mentorship. He has taught various courses in geotechnical and civil engineering, while also supervising undergraduate and graduate research projects.  His research interests span a wide range of topics, including seismic hazard analysis, foundation design, and numerical modeling in geotechnical engineering. Dr. Zamiran's contributions to the field have been recognized through awards and publications in different journals and conferences. Driven by a passion for excellence and a desire to make meaningful contributions to his field, he continues to push the boundaries of geotechnical engineering through his work in academia, industry, and research.