Dennis R. Mertz Bridge Research Fellowship
Forecasted
The Dennis R. Mertz Bridge Research Fellowship funds graduate research on precast concrete bridge design, materials, or construction, with strong industry collaboration, through the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute.
Funder: Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per award; supports graduate research only; no indirect/overhead costs allowed.
Summary: Supports graduate research on the design, materials, or construction of precast concrete bridges, with direct industry mentorship.
Key Information: At least one award is preferentially offered to an untenured professor if a strong application is received.
Description
This fellowship honors Dr. Dennis R. Mertz and is designed to advance the field of precast bridge engineering by supporting graduate-level research projects focused on the design, materials, or construction of precast concrete bridges. Funded by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), the program emphasizes strong academic–industry collaboration, offering recipients direct mentorship from an industry advisory committee. The fellowship aims to bridge academic research and practical industry needs, encouraging innovative solutions that improve the state of the art in precast bridge engineering.
