Author Archives: Ioannis Stefanou

About Ioannis Stefanou

Ioannis Stefanou is currently Professor at Ecole Centrale de Nantes. He develops novel theoretical, numerical and experimental tools focusing on redefining and going beyond “failure” in design. His main research topics are the mechanics of (geo-)materials, geomechanics, earthquake control, masonry structures and fast dynamics.

Congratulations to Dr Ahmad Morsel for his successful PhD thesis defense!

Excellent work and presentation, Ahmad! I am very happy and proud of you.
For those who could not attend the defense, here is the full recording:

PhD defense of A.Morsel, 4Apr24 @ 2pm (CET) on: “Experimental testing of masonry structures subjected to extreme loads”

I am pleased to announce the public defense of Mr A.Morsel.
Abstract & Committee: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/v2or3bio2lge0nwoh0qtp/h?rlkey=3m9v51fwjayhd6x5dw2qrnwfa&dl=0

Zoom link: https://ec-nantes.zoom.us/j/96257564882 Passcode: Blast_AM1

Recreating the 1687 Parthenon Explosion in the Lab!

After nearly four years of careful preparation, we’ve successfully conducted the first-ever laboratory experiment to reproduce the explosive event at the Parthenon in 1687!
More details and results will be given during Ahmad Morsel’s upcoming PhD defense in April! 🔬🏛️