University of Georgia

Bjorn Birgisson

Bjorn Birgisson
Bjorn Birgisson

Executive Director

Executive Director

Education
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Ph.D., ​Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, 1996

Professional Appointments
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  • Professor and School Chair, College of Engineering, University of Georgia, 2022 – present
  • Professor, Texas A&M University, 2016 – 2022
  • Director for the Center for Infrastructure Renewal and TEES Distinguished Research Professor, Texas A&M University, 2016 – 2017
  • Executive Dean, Aston University, 2014 – 2016
Bjorn Birgisson
Bjorn Birgisson

Executive Director

Latest News

01.29.2025

GAMA joins GNEM

The Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (GNEM) is pleased to announce that the Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has joined the network as its first non-profit/start-up partner and member.

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Georgia Power representative checking out an electric vehicle with a student

10.23.2024

UGA Corporate Partnership Spotlight | Georgia Power

Youtube video showcasing UGA’s corporate partnership with Georgia Power.

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Attendees socialize with each other before the start of the 2024 Electric Mobility Summit at the Classic Center. (Photo by Andrew Davis Tucker/UGA)

04.25.2024

Kia commits $1M to UGA’s initiative on e-mobility

The University of Georgia is bolstering its position as a leader in the advancement of electric mobility for Georgia and its citizens thanks to a $1 million gift from Kia to the UGA College of Engineering and the Georgia Network for Electric Mobility.

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