See what’s happening at the center today! Follow our journey as we continue to grow with fresh updates, new programs, and upcoming events.
Press play: A fresh look at Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience at Lehigh University
Learn more about our center and discover the work that is done to predict, prepare, withstand, and recover!
Announcing CERCat's Year 2 Research Portfolio
We are excited to announce the 6 funded research projects driving CERCat's second year.
News Feature: CAT Faculty Highlighted for Innovative Work on Water Infrastructure
A recent media feature showcases three of our CAT faculty members and their research and how artificial intelligence can help municipal water systems adapt and plan for a precarious future.
Dissertation Defense: Dr. Husamettin Taysi
Join us in celebrating Husamettin Taysi, Ph.D., on successfully defending his dissertation!
CAT Center Faculty Awarded U.S. Department of Energy Genesis Mission Grant
CAT faculty Hongyi Li, Brian Davison, and Ethan Yang earn a competitive U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Genesis Mission Award.
Congratulations to Dr. Sena Mursel!
We're thrilled to celebrate Sena Mursel, who successfully defended her Ph.D. dissertation!
Professor David Casagrande Named United Nations Faculty Fellow
We're proud to announce that CAT faculty member David Casagrande has joined the Lehigh University/United Nations Faculty Fellows program, bringing our catastrophe modeling and resilience research to the global policy stage.
51st Annual Natural Hazards Research & Applications Workshop
Presented at the 51st Annual Natural Hazards Research & Applications Workshop, in Broomfield, Colorado.
ASCE-SEI Special Project: "Enhancing the Role of Structural Engineers in Catastrophe Modeling"
Workshop hosted at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Headquarters in Reston, VA.
CERCat Industry Advisory Board Meeting: August 6-7, 2026
Preparing for the next CERCat Industry Advisory Board Meeting August 6-7, 2026 at Lehigh University.
Inside our Partnership with Arch Insurance
Proud to partner with Arch Insurance through our CERCat research consortium!
10th International Conference on Flood Management (ICFM10)
Pleased to have attended the 10th International Conference on Flood Management (ICFM10).
Degree Program Information Session- Webinar (Register now!)
Join our info session on May 4th to learn more about our degree programs.
PA Risk Reduction Consultation Workshop 2026
Presented at the Pennsylvania Risk Reduction Consultation Workshop
Partnering with Global Industry Leaders to Revolutionize Cat Modeling
Read the full story on how Lehigh and Rice are revolutionizing catastrophe modeling.
Attending the RAA Cat Risk Management Conference 2026
Meet us at the RAA Cat Risk Management Conference in Orlando, Florida!
CERCat Industry Advisory Board Meeting: Held February 5-6, 2026
CERCat Semi-Annual Industry Advisory Board Meeting held on February 5-6, 2026.
Lehigh Researchers Propose New Solutions to Address Climate Change Risks
New research outlines how resilience bonds and coordinated relocation policies could stabilize insurance markets and promote climate justice.
Davison named Daniel E. ’39 and Patricia M. Smith Endowed Chair
Brian Davison, professor and chair of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), has been appointed the Daniel E. ’39 and Patricia M. Smith Endowed Chair.
