Department Seminars
Norwegian perspective on hydropower and recent research on the effects of flow contraction on spillway capacity.
Hydropower is the backbone of Norwegian electricity generation and has historically been one of the root causes of industrialization and the creation of the welfare system. This talk will outline the hydropower development of Norway and present the current trends and potential future developments. Increasing flood magnitudes and frequencies due to climate change place greater demands on dam safety and spillway capacity. In run-of-river systems, spillway capacity can be reduced by flow contraction and associated hydraulic losses. Experimental studies at NTNU show that contraction losses for ogee spillways can exceed values assumed in common design guidelines, indicating that a precautionary measure needs to be taken over the existing design practices. The results also indicate that the design capacity of the spillway can be restored through some minor mitigation measures and design alterations.
Friday
“Integrating Coupled Process Modeling and Artificial Intelligence or Sustainable Resource Recovery from Municipal Solid Waste”
The Department of Civil Engg. in association with IGS Hyderabad Student Chapter invites you for the talk titled “Integrating Coupled Process Modeling and Artificial Intelligence or Sustainable Resource Recovery from Municipal Solid Waste” by Prof Krishna Reddy on 11.12.2025.
Thursday
First ITS India Congress on 6–7 November 2025 at IIT Hyderabad
The Transportation Systems Engineering (TSE) Group, Department of Civil Engineering, in association with the ITS India Forum and the OMI Foundation, is organizing the First ITS India Congress on 6–7 November 2025 at IIT Hyderabad.This focused conference on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) aims to bring together academia, industry professionals, and policymakers to discuss emerging technologies and innovations that are shaping the future of mobility. With rapid urbanization and the growing demand for smart and sustainable transportation, ITS is playing a crucial role in improving safety, efficiency, and overall mobility experience. The Congress will provide an excellent platform to exchange ideas, present research, explore collaborations, and engage in meaningful discussions on the future of transportation in India.
Thursday
Recent research and innovations in cold-formed steel structures
The Department of Civil Engineering was honored to host Professor Cao Hung Pham from The University of Sydney, who visited our campus to conduct a GIAN course. During his visit, Professor Pham delivered a lecture for all students, focusing on his recent research and innovations in cold-formed steel structures.
Thursday
Emerging Econometric Modeling Approaches for Transportation Modeling
The Transportation Engineering Group, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, invited to talk titled by Prof. Naveen Eluru, on "Emerging Econometric Modeling Approaches for Transportation Modeling", University of Central Florida on 12 June 2025. Prof. Naveen Eluru is a Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering at the University of Central Florida. He employs quantitative analysis approaches, drawing on his expertise in econometric modeling, optimization, and micro-simulation techniques to understand the contribution of transportation systems to our communities’ mobility, energy consumption, resilience, and environment.
Thursday
Climate and Water – Scope in the Insurance Industry
Join us for an insightful seminar exploring the intersection of climate science, water-related risks, and the evolving role of the insurance industry. This session will provide a comprehensive, 360-degree perspective on modeling and managing catastrophe risks by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology. Key topics include: Extreme Weather-Related Risks: A deep dive into the impacts of floods, storm surges, tropical and extra-tropical cyclones, severe convective storms, and winter storms. We'll also touch on broader risks such as earthquakes, tsunamis, wildfires, and agricultural vulnerabilities. Innovative Tools and Techniques: Discover how remote sensing, GIS, site-specific coefficients, and advanced software development are transforming risk assessment. Machine Learning in Climate Modeling: Learn how machine learning is revolutionizing weather and climate predictions, with a focus on high-resolution modeling, long-term forecasting, and integrating carbon emissions as a crucial variable. The seminar will conclude by exploring scope at Moody’s. This seminar will illuminate how innovative technologies are reshaping insurance in a climate-impacted world. Brief Bio of Speaker: Dr. Kedar Otta completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from CET Bhubaneswar (now OUTR). Following this, Dr. Otta pursued a master's degree in Civil Engineering (EWRE) from IIT Hyderabad, graduating in 2018. In 2021, Dr. Otta earned a PhD from the University of Tokyo, Japan. His dissertation focused on "Climate Change Impacts on Water Temperature and Thermal Power Plant Efficiency." Following the doctorate, Dr. Otta served as a Project Researcher at the University of Tokyo for eight months, investigating "Neutralizing Distance for Thermal Effluent Discharge under Climate Change." Subsequently, Dr. Otta joined the National Institute of Environmental Studies (NIES) as a Research Associate, concentrating on the validation of reservoir operations using remote sensing satellite data. As part of the ISIMIP project, Dr. Otta contributed to the development of historical and future scenarios for H08, a model that simulates water usage across agricultural, industrial, and domestic sectors, incorporating reservoir operations and crop modeling. In July 2023, Dr. Otta transitioned to Moody’s RMS, currently working as a Modeler (Analytics & Modeling Analyst) in the Flood team. The primary responsibilities include machine learning-based weather forecasting and tsunami modeling. -- Best regards, Satish Kumar Regonda
Wednesday
Construction and Monitoring of Deep Excavation with Diaphragm Wall for Underground Metro Stations in Chennai
The Department of Civil Engineering, in collaboration with the IGS-IITH Student Chapter, had the honour of hosting Prof. S. R. Gandhi, a renowned geotechnical engineer and Visiting Professor at IIT Gandhinagar, for a highly informative invited lecture titled “Construction and Monitoring of Deep Excavation with Diaphragm Wall for Underground Metro Stations in Chennai,” on 15th April 2025 The session focused on the intricacies of diaphragm wall construction, monitoring strategies for underground metro infrastructure, and challenges encountered during the Chennai Metro Rail Project.
Tuesday
Building Climate Resilient Cities by Leveraging Earth Observation Data
Mr. Barath Mahadevan , CEO and Co-Founder of Climate-B Ventures Pvt Ltd. Was delivered talk on Building Climate Resilient Cities by Leveraging Earth Observation Data at IIT Hyderabad Campus on Apr 7, 2025.
Monday
Environment and Sustainability: Experiences in Japan, and Future Applications in India
Ms. Matsuno, Managing Director and CEO of P9LLC., delivered a talk on “Environment and Sustainability: Experiences in Japan, and Future Applications in India”. The talk was held on 27th March 2025 at IIT Hyderabad, offering valuable insights into global sustainability practices and their relevance to India’s future.
Thursday
How Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Transforming the Future of Road Safety
Dr. Digvijay S. Pawar was honored with an invitation to speak at the Vision Zero Summit, where he delivered an insightful talk on “How Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Transforming the Future of Road Safety”.
Wednesday
Enriching your CV, Expanding Networks, and Building a Reputation
The Department of Civil Engineering cordially organized a talk by Prof. S. Majid Hassanizadeh, Adjunct Professor, IIT Hyderabad on “Enriching your CV, Expanding Networks, and Building a Reputation” held on 5th March 2025.
Wednesday
Opportunities in Government Exams via Civil Engineering
Rohit Dhondge, our esteemed alumnus from the Batch of 2022 and All India Rank (AIR) 1 in UPSC ESE 2024, delivered an inspiring and insightful talk "Opportunities in Government Exams via Civil Engineering“ held on 17 Feb 2025 at IIT Hyderabad. The session focused on various career paths through GATE and UPSC ESE (Engineering Services Examination), offering invaluable guidance to current students.
Monday
Ground-Glass Pozzolans as an urban mining strategy aimed at promoting sustainable and low-carbon concrete.
Dr. Prasad Rangaraju is a professor of civil engineering at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at Clemson University in the United States delivered a lecture at IIT Hyderabad on December 27, 2024, focusing on Ground-Glass Pozzolans as an urban mining strategy aimed at promoting sustainable and low-carbon concrete.
Friday
Remarks and Advice on Scientific Writing and Publication Ethics
Prof. JN Reddy, a Distinguished Professor at IIT Hyderabad and a Professor at Texas A&M University in the USA, delivered a lecture at our institute on December 17, 2024, focusing on "Remarks and Advice on Scientific Writing and Publication Ethics."
Tuesday
Role of Road Network for Prevention and Mitigation of Geo-Disaster under Climate Change.
Prof. Tatsuya ISHIKAWA, Professor, Faculty of Engineering, Hokkaido University, Japan delivered a talk at IIT Hyderabad on 16 December 2024 on 'Role of Road Network for Prevention and Mitigation of Geo-Disaster under Climate Change'.
Monday