Wake GRE is a highly educated and experienced professional in the field of civil engineering with a focus on sustainable and resilient underground infrastructure systems. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Master of Science in Infrastructure Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and obtained his Ph.D. in Construction Management from Arizona State University. In his academic career, he has held positions as Teaching Assistant and Doctoral Research Assistant at ASU, and as Assistant Professor, Liles Associate Professor, and now Associate Professor at Clemson University. Additionally, he has worked as a Graduate Intern and Intern at Feedback INFRA and DSC Limited, respectively.

Wake GRE's research interests are in the design and installation of sustainable and resilient underground infrastructure systems and urban infrastructure systems’ inter-dependencies. His academic background and professional experience provide him with a unique perspective on civil engineering challenges and solutions, making him a valuable asset to any team.