MPC Region Info
Meet Our Researcher

Pedro Romero, Ph.D., P.E.
Dept. of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Associate Professor
Phone: (801)587-7725
pedro.romero@utah.edu

 

Dr. Romero is interested in how the material properties affect the durability of structures. He has an M.Sc. and a Ph.D. from Penn State University. He is a recognized expert in the area of asphalt materials and mechanical testing.

Final Reports

• Evaluation of the Durability of Thin Lift Surface Treatments (Nov 2019, MPC-19-404)
• Prevention of Low Temperature Cracking of Asphalt Pavements Using the Bending Beam Rheometer (Oct 2019, MPC-19-405)
• Implementation of Low Temperature Tests for Asphalt Mixtures to Improve the Longevity of Road Surfaces (Dec 2013, MPC-13-260)

Research Projects

• MPC-640 — Testing of Field Cores to Determine Performance of Asphalt Mixture Performance Parameter
• MPC-611 — Field Performance of Asphalt Mixtures Based on Flexibility Index Results
• MPC-589 — Use of the IDEAL-CT Test for Pavement Cracking to Achieve a Balanced Asphalt Mix Design
• MPC-587 — Use of Geogrid in Pavement Systems to Provide Longer Service Life and Reduced Maintenance
• MPC-546 — Field Performance of Asphalt Pavements at Low and Intermediate Temperatures