Research

Earthquake Engineering

•   Update on seismic hazard map of Himalayan region
•   Damage assessment in earthquakes
•   Ground motion simulation for Himalayan region.
•   Loss estimation in future earthquakes

Building and structural engineering

•   Development of earthquake resistant technology using indigenous materials
•   Strengthening and retrofitting of low strength masonry structures
•   Vernacular structures in Himalayan region
•   Lightweight materials
•   Retrofitting techniques for heritage structures 
  

Policy and Planning

•   Development policy for developing countries