The Terzaghi Lecture

The Terzaghi Lecture honors safe and innovative progress in geotechnical engineering, focusing on the movement and stability of soil and rock. It highlights key research, practical techniques, and problem-solving approaches used to design foundations, tunnels, and retaining structures. The lecture emphasizes understanding how underground materials behave under different conditions, ensuring safety and efficiency in construction projects. Named after Karl Terzaghi, a pioneer in soil mechanics, it reflects ongoing advancements in studying earth materials to address engineering challenges reliably and sustainably.