Ravindra Duddu
Associate Professor, Vanderbilt University Departments of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Earth & Environmental Sciences, and Mechanical Engineering.Associate Professor, Vanderbilt University Departments of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Earth & Environmental Sciences, and Mechanical Engineering.
Core Principles
Advancing computational and multiphysics modeling to solve complex problems in materials, structures, and the Earth system.
Computational modeling that scales
Advancing numerical methods—including phase-field, FEM, MPM, XFEM, and isogeometric analysis—to simulate fracture, corrosion, and multiphysics systems with efficiency and accuracy.
Data-driven insights for complex systems
Machine learning and AI-enabled models that extract predictive signals from large-scale engineering and geoscience data, with uncertainty quantification.
Open, collaborative science
Global interdisciplinary research with open data, tools, and model-sharing, bridging mechanics, materials, and computing.
Integrating experiments with simulations
Validated research using real physical and material science experiments to ensure model reliability and predictive performance.
Coupling physics across scales
Continuum and mesoscale multiphysics modeling with strong thermodynamic and degradation-aware constitutive laws.
Training the next generation
Mentoring students through theoretical rigor, hands-on simulation tools, and research-focused engineering workflows.
Research Group
Current Undergraduate and Graduate Students, and Postdoctoral Scholars.
Aussie Greene
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Tien Nguyen
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Ashvin Oli
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Past Undergraduate and Graduate Students, and Postdoctoral Scholars.
Xiangming Sun
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Gaurab Ghosh
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Vignesh Kumar Devendiran
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Pranav Karve
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Anup Aryal
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Stephen Jimenez
PhD Student - Vanderbilt University
Join us
Our Computational Mechanics & Physics Lab (CPML) tackles cutting-edge research in computational mechanics, fracture, corrosion, glaciology, and multi-physics simulation.
M.S. / M.Tech. Projects
Computational Mechanics, FEM, Fracture Mechanics, Numerical Methods
We offer Master's research opportunities for students interested in computational mechanics, numerical modeling, and fracture/corrosion simulation. A strong background in solid mechanics and numerical methods is recommended.
Ph.D. Opportunities
FEM, Continuum Mechanics, Fracture, Glaciology, Corrosion
We recruit highly motivated PhD students with strong foundations in mechanics, mathematics, and scientific computing. Research spans fracture and damage modeling, ice-sheet dynamics, and multi-physics problems relevant to engineering systems.
Postdoctoral Positions
Fracture Mechanics, Corrosion, Hydrogen Embrittlement, Multi-physics Modeling
We regularly host postdoctoral researchers through institute fellowships (Vanderbilt, NSF, DOE). Work includes developing advanced computational models, writing proposals, and leading collaborative research publications.
Industry Collaborations
FEA, Structural Integrity, Corrosion, Hydrogen Embrittlement
We collaborate with industry partners on large-scale structural integrity problems, including fatigue, corrosion, embrittlement, and multi-physics simulations. Projects focus on developing scientifically solutions for real-world engineering challenges.
Undergraduate Research & Internships
FEM, Numerical Modeling, Solid Mechanics
We provide undergraduate research opportunities in computational mechanics, enabling students to contribute to simulations, coding, and data-driven modeling as part of ongoing research projects.