The Earthquake Mechanics Research Center – (EQMech) was founded in order to promote both basic and applied research on earthquake mechanics and seismic risk at the national and international level.
Vision
Motivation
Earthquakes are the deadliest natural extreme event. The greatest consequences, both economically and in terms of loss of life, result from the collapse of structures and damage to infrastructure, due to the applied seismic loads.
Earthquake Mechanics
The study of earthquake mechanics - from the source, through the path, the site and to the structure, is necessary to better understand the physical mechanisms of the earthquake and to evaluate the seismic risks, as well as the potential damage.
Our Uniqueness
The EQMech research center represents the uniqueness of Ben-Gurion University in the field of earthquakes. As researchers coming from both the Faculty of Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Engineering Sciences, we see the importance of the center as a place for synergy between basic and applied research, in a way that can meet scientific, technological and applied needs.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become a knowledge center, providing both long-term (scientific) and short-term (emergency management) answers – to media and decision makers. The faculty members bring together knowledge on the subject of earthquake mechanics - from the seismic source to the structure.
