Computational Modelling
Applying advanced numerical methods in various application areas in computational science and engineering, mainly for coupled problems in geomechanics/poromechanics.
Computational Geomechanics & Applied AI
Hi, I am Yared W. Bekele.
I am a research scientist working at the intersection of computational geomechanics, machine learning and applied generative AI. I build and apply simulation software, collaborate with industry on complex soil and rock engineering problems and teach computational methods in geotechnical engineering.
What I Focus On
My work blends rigorous mechanics with software craftsmanship, enabling confident exploration of complex geotechnical questions through innovative computational approaches.
Numerical Programming
Designing research codes, streamlining engineering workflows, and bringing modern programming practices into geotechnical projects with emphasis on scalability and maintainability.
Applied Generative AI
Prototyping intelligent assistants and machine learning models that augment simulations and decision-making, from landslide risk assessment tools to automated data curation systems.
Teaching & Mentorship
Guiding students and teams in computational mechanics courses, applied programming methodologies, and thesis projects grounded in real-world engineering problems.
Recent Writing
Notes from research, teaching experiences, and experiments with emerging technologies in computational engineering.
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Counterintuitive Math
There are several mathematical statements or problems that do not make sense at all at first glance, until closely scrutinized. A detailed examination then proves that the statements are true and shows...
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The Law of Conservation of Problems
In physics, there are conservation laws for quantities like mass and energy. When we say a certain quantity obeys a conservation law, we mean that the amount of that quantity in a given...
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The Pleasure of Reading Richard Feynman's Life
I recently finished reading the autobiography of one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century, Richard Feynman, entitled Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman. My feeling from beginning to end was ‘why...