Assoc. Prof. Dr. Šarūnas Skuodis | Geotechnics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Šarūnas Skuodis , Department of Reinforced Concrete Structures and Geotechnics , Vilnius Gediminas Technical University , Lithuania.

Šarūnas Skuodis is a distinguished Lithuanian academic and civil engineering expert serving as an Associate Professor at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. With deep expertise in geotechnics and reinforced concrete structures, he leads key research initiatives and contributes actively to scientific advancement. His dynamic leadership as the Director of the Civil Engineering Research Centre and involvement in numerous international engineering associations reflect his broad impact on engineering education and research. His contributions span teaching, scholarly publications, and international project leadership, positioning him as a notable figure in European civil engineering.

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🎓 Education Background

Šarūnas Skuodis holds a comprehensive academic background in civil engineering, all earned from Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. He began with a Bachelor’s degree in 2009 and progressed to a Master’s degree in 2011, followed by earning his PhD in Technology Sciences (Civil Engineering) in 2015. His academic excellence was further recognized with the title of Associate Professor in 2019. His deep theoretical and applied understanding of soil mechanics, geotechnics, and foundation engineering is the cornerstone of his contributions to research and academia.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Šarūnas Skuodis boasts an impressive academic and research career at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. Since 2015, he has served as the Director of the Civil Engineering Research Centre. He is also Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering since 2022 and Associate Professor in the Department of Reinforced Concrete Structures and Geotechnics since 2017. Earlier, he held various leadership roles in geotechnical laboratories and engineering departments. His extensive involvement in soil research, project management, and teaching has positioned him as a vital contributor to Lithuania’s engineering education system.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Šarūnas Skuodis received the prestigious Young Scientist Award from the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences in 2016 for his work on soil property changes and base behavior prediction. He is a member of elite organizations such as the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences Young Academy and has been elected President of the European Civil Engineering Education and Training Association (EUCEET) in 2024. His consistent contributions to engineering research have earned him committee leadership roles in major international conferences, reflecting both national and international recognition of his work.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Skuodis’s research centers on geotechnical engineering, soil behavior, and foundation design. His work explores non-destructive testing of aged structures, cyclic soil loading, geogrid-reinforced soil, and slope stability modeling. He also integrates digital simulations and experimental testing in civil engineering practices. His supervision of PhD research on soil reinforcement and cyclic behavior illustrates his mentorship in advanced geotechnical studies. His active involvement in EU projects like Skills4Deca and Centers of Excellence highlights his engagement in climate-resilient infrastructure and decarbonization skills development.

🧾 Conclusion

Šarūnas Skuodis is an influential civil engineer, academic leader, and internationally recognized researcher in geotechnical engineering. With a strong academic foundation, extensive teaching record, and impactful research portfolio, he exemplifies excellence in science and education. His role in shaping engineering standards, mentoring future researchers, and leading international collaborations confirms his suitability for prestigious research recognitions and awards.

📚 Top Publication Notes

1. Increasing Deformation Energy Absorption of AM Drone Fuselages Using a Low-Density Polymeric Material – Applied Sciences, 2025
   🔹 Cited by: 2 articles (as of July 2025)
   🔹 Focus: Materials engineering for impact-resistant structures

2. Application of Non-Destructive Methods for Bored Concrete Piles Installed 34 Years Ago – Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2024
   🔹 Cited by: 3 articles
   🔹 Focus: Structural integrity using non-invasive analysis

3. Triaxial Test of Coarse-Grained Soils Reinforced with One Layer of Geogrid – Applied Sciences, 2023
   🔹 Cited by: 4 articles
   🔹 Focus: Geogrid reinforcement behavior in coarse soil

4. Predictive Stress Modeling of Resilient Modulus in Sandy Subgrade Soils – Infrastructures, 2023
   🔹 Cited by: 5 articles
   🔹 Focus: Stress modeling for subgrade performance

5. Gediminas Hill Slopes Behavior in 3D Finite Element Model – Buildings, 2022
   🔹 Cited by: 6 articles
   🔹 Focus: Landslide risk modeling using FEM

6. Indirect Determination of Soil Young’s Modulus in Lithuania Using Cone Penetration Test Data – Baltic Journal of Road and Bridge Engineering, 2022
   🔹 Cited by: 2 articles
   🔹 Focus: Non-invasive modulus estimation

7. Compressive Strength and Thermal Properties of Sand–Bentonite Mixture – Open Geosciences, 2021
   🔹 Cited by: 3 articles
   🔹 Focus: Mixture properties for civil use

8. The Engineering Geological and Geotechnical Conditions of Gediminas Hill – Geological Quarterly, 2021
   🔹 Cited by: 4 articles
   🔹 Focus: Case study on slope stability

9. Using Triaxial Tests to Determine the Shearing Strength of Geogrid-Reinforced Sand – Studia Geotechnica et Mechanica, 2020
   🔹 Cited by: 2 articles
   🔹 Focus: Laboratory-based triaxial testing

10. The Behaviour of Stress Variation in Sandy Soil – Open Geosciences, 2022
    🔹 Cited by: 2 articles
    🔹 Focus: Stress variation analysis in granular soils