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Sissy Nikolaou Recoginized as 2026-27 ASCE-GI Cross- USA Distinguished Lectuer
With 25+ years of experience shaping global skylines and critical infrastructure and responding to extreme events, Sissy Nikolaou's applied research bridges the gap between advanced engineering, multi-hazard resilience, and financial viability.
This honor is given annually to a “distinguished member as an ongoing program to enhance the prestige of the geoprofession,” among its 13,000+ individual members and 65 organization members “through a Cross-USA Lecture Tour to local ASCE chapters and GSOs.” Five in-person lectures will be selected by application of interested parties.