• Integrated BAE/MAE, Architectural Engineering, Penn State University, 2009
• Ph D, Archtiectural Engineering, Penn State University, 2013

Journal Articles

Jonathan Broyles, Nathan Brown, Ryan L. Solnosky, Juan Pablo Gevaudan and Michael Hopper, 2023, "Equations for early-stage design embodied carbon estimation for concrete floors of varying loading and strength", Engineering Structures, 301

Abby Severyn, Ryan L. Solnosky and Simon Miller, 2023, "Applicability of Different Decision Making Methodologies for Selecting the Optimum Gravity System for a Medical Facility: a Case Study", ASCE Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, 28, (1), pp. 141-296

Isabelle Hens, Ryan L. Solnosky and Nathan Brown, 2022, "A parametric framework to evaluate fire design and feasibility in early tall timber", Journal of Architectural Engineering, 29, (1)

R. Solnosky, M. Kevin Parfitt, Moses D Ling and Robert Holland, 2020, "Integrative Multi-Disciplinary Team based Architectural Engineering Capstone with a Student Centered Approach to Open-Ended Projects", ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, 26, (3), pp. 15

Tim Ariosto, Ali M Memari and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2019, "Development of Designer Aids for Residential Energy Efficiency Window Retrofit Solutions", Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 33, pp. 1-13

Tim Ariosto, Ali M Memari and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2018, "A comparative thermal properties evaluation for residential window retrofit solutions for U.S. markets", Advances in Building Energy Research

Ali M Memari, Ryan L. Solnosky, Paul A Kremer and Kennrick Hartman, 2018, "Racking Test Evaluations of Structural Glazing Tape in Unitized Curtain Walls", Journal of Architectural Engineering, 24, (2)

Tom Kuczynski, Ali M Memari and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2018, "Capabilities of an Out-of-Plane Air Bladder Testing Facility for Structural Wall Testing", ASTM-Journal Testing and Evaluation, 46, (4), pp. 13

Ryan L. Solnosky and Joshua Fairchild, 2017, "Survey Tools to Evaluate Multidisciplinary Team Dynamics in Capstone Courses", 6, (2), pp. 1-32

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2016, "Integrated Structural Processes on Innovative Multidisciplinary Projects Supported by Building Information Modeling", 23, (2)

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2015, "Analytical, Communication, and Information Technology Directions in the Structural Industry", 21, (1)

A. Memari, R. L. Solnosky and H. J. Stallworth, 2015, "Behavior of a Reinforced Brick Veneer Over Steel Studs Wall Panel System", Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, 21, (4), pp. 20

Ali M Memari, Ryan L. Solnosky, J Turfand and M. Dillen, 2014, "Comparative Study Multi-hazard Resistance and Embodied Energy for Residential Wall Systems", Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture Research, 1, (6), pp. 367-387

R. Solnosky, M. Kevin Parfitt and Robert Holland, 2014, "Delivery Methods for a Multi-disciplinary Architectural Engineering Capstone Design Course", Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 11, (4), pp. 305-324

Ryan L. Solnosky and Greg Luth, 2014, "Structural Processes within Integrated Building Design and Construction", ASCE Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, 20, (3), pp. 1-11

Ali M Memari, Lisa D Iulo, Ryan L. Solnosky and Chris Shultz, 2014, "Building Integrated Photovoltaic Systems for Single Family Dwellings-Efficiency and Innovation Concepts", Open Journal of Civil Engineering, 4, (2), pp. 102-119

Ali M Memari and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2014, "Shear Strength of Drywall Sheathed Wood Shear walls with Different Joint Enhancements", Open Journal of Civil Engineering, 4, (1), pp. 54-70

Ryan L. Solnosky, M. Kevin Parfitt and Robert Holland, 2013, "An IPD and BIM Industry focused Capstone Course based on the AEC Industry Needs and Involvement", Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 14, (4), pp. 11

Ryan L. Solnosky and John Lawrence Hill, 2013, "Formulation of systems and information architecture hierarchies of building structures", Information Technology in Construction (ITCon), 18, pp. 261-278

Samantha Leonard, Ryan L. Solnosky and M. Kevin Parfitt, , "Prescriptive Fire Design Provisions’ Impact on Embodied Carbon for Mass Timber and Hybrid Floors", Journal of Architectural Engineering

Conference Proceedings

Ryan L. Solnosky and Moses D Ling, 2022, "Developing an AE Tutoring Engaging Advising & Mentoring (TEAM) Program: a Peer Cohort Environment", 2022 ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, Robert Leicht and Ziyi Wang, 2022, "Capstone Redesign: Engaging stakeholders to find the balance between individual and team learning objectives", 2022 ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky and M. Kevin Parfitt, 2021, "Software Approach Strategies for Capstone Course Enhancement", 2021 ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2020, "Learning Steel and Concrete Gravity Systems: Yearlong mini project comparisons", 2020 ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky and John Phillips, 2019, "Benchmarking Architectural Engineering Capstones", 2019 ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky and David Klein, 2019, "The Evolution of Earthquake Load Provisions Showing Design Resiliency Evolution", 2019 Architectural Engineering Institute Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2018, "Advancing Critical Building Code Education through Modularized Lectures", ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky and M. Kevin Parfitt, 2018, "Observed Integrated Practices within a Student Driven Multidisciplinary Team-based Architectural Engineering Capstone", ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2018, "Possibilities for Technology Enhanced Active Learning of Structural Steel Design", ASEE National Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2018, "Opportunities for BIM in Structural Engineering Curriculums", ASCE Structures Congress 2018

Ryan L. Solnosky, Ali M Memari, Paul A Kremer and Daniel Goff, 2018, "Racking Testing Facility to Evaluate In-Plane Performance of Structural Insulated Panels", PHRC 4th Residential Building Design & Construction Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky and M. Kevin Parfitt, 2016, "Shear wall Design in Residential Construction: A Comparison of Methods", PHRC 3rd Residential Building Design & Construction Conference, PHRC, pp. 1-12

Ryan L. Solnosky and M. Kevin Parfitt, 2015, "A Curriculum Approach to Deploying BIM in Architectural Engineering", 2015 Architectural Engineering Institute Conference, pp. 1-10

Ryan L. Solnosky and Robert Leicht, 2015, "Advancing Student Engagement of Buildings through Virtual Facility Dissection", 2015 Architectural Engineering Institute Conference, ASCE, pp. 1-10

Ryan L. Solnosky and Ali M Memari, 2015, "Sustainability Metrics for Efficient and Innovative Residential Building Wall Systems", AIME’s Engineering Solutions for Sustainability: Materials & Resources (ESS: M&R) Symposium, pp. 1-12

Ryan L. Solnosky, Brian Quinn and Lisa Willard, 2014, "Reducing Errors when using Structural Software", ASCE Structures Congress 2014

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2014, "Integrated Structural Practices via Emerging Methods", ASCE Structures Congress 2014, pp. 1-10

Issa Ramaji, Ryan L. Solnosky and Ali M Memari, 2014, "Application of Today’s Software in Modular Building Industry", PHRC 2nd Residential Building Design & Construction Conference

Issa Ramaji, Ryan L. Solnosky and Ali M Memari, 2014, "An Integrated BIM Platform for Structural Modular Construction", PHRC 2nd Residential Building Design & Construction Conference

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2013, "Current Status of BIM Benefits, Challenges, and the Future Potential for the Structural Community", ASCE Structures Congress 2013

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2013, "Process Modeling focusing on Interdisciplinary Design relating to Structural Design and Construction", 2013 Architectural Engineering Institute Conference Proceedings

M. K. Parfitt, R. Holland and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2013, "Results of a Pilot Multidisciplinary BIM-Enhanced Integrated Project Delivery Capstone Engineering Design Course in Architectural Engineering at Penn State", 2013 Architectural Engineering Institute Conference

L. Jiang, Ryan L. Solnosky and Robert Leicht, 2013, "Virtual Prototyping for Constructability Review", 2013 CSCE Conference Construction: 4th Construction Specialty Conference Track

Sanghoon Lee, Ryan L. Solnosky, Yifun Liu, Shreelata Chunduri, John Messner, Robert Leicht and Chinemelu J Anumba, 2012, "Development of a Process Map to Support Integrated Design for Energy Efficient Buildings", ASCE TCCIT 2012 International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering

Ryan L. Solnosky, M. Kevin Parfitt, Robert Holland and John Messner, 2011, "Team Integration through a Capstone Design Course Implementing BIM and IPD", NIBS EcoBuild America Conference

Robert Holland, M. Kevin Parfitt, Madis Pihlak, Ute Poerschke, John Messner and Ryan L. Solnosky, 2010, "Integrated Design Courses Using BIM as the Technology Platform", NIBS EcoBuild America Conference

Magazines/Trade Publications

Ryan L. Solnosky, E Giannini, L Snell, B Ross, R Floyd, A Lamanna and J Hartell, 2017, "Concrete Classroom Demonstrations, Demonstrated: Examples from an ACI session", pp. 2-8

Other

Ryan L. Solnosky, 2013, "Feasibility Assessment of Virtual and Augmented Reality for Structural Applications", 2013 College of Engineering Research Symposium, pp. 1-8

• October 2021 - September 2025, "Collaborative Research: HDR DSC: Infusion of data science and computation into engineering curricula," (Sponsor: National Science Foundation).

• August 2022 - July 2024, "Educational Consortium for Energy-related Data Science & Computation in Building Engineering Programs," (Sponsor: U.S. Department of Energy).

• May 2020 - March 2023, "Conceptualizing Steel Gravity Design in Educational Settings," (Sponsor: American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc.).

• August 2019 - May 2021, "Activating and Engaging Architectural Engineering First Year Seminars (FYS)," (Sponsor: Leonhard Center).

• Recipient of the Penn State Teaching and Learning with Technology Impact Award, Penn State, March 2023

• Recipient of the PSEAS Premier Teaching Award, Penn State Engineering Alumni Society, October 2022

• Recipient of the AEI 2022 Outstanding Educator Award, Architectural Engineering Institute (AEI), April 2022

• Recipient of the 2021 ASEE Civil Engineering Division Stephen J. Ressler Best Paper Award, ASEE Civil Engineering Division, June 2021

• Recipient of the PSEAS Lawrence J. Perez Memorial Student Advocate Award, Penn State Engineering Alumni Society, October 2019

• Recipient of the Penn State Engineering Alumni Society’s Outstanding Teaching Award, Penn State Engineering Alumni Society, October 2017

• Recipient of the National ACI Walter P. Moore Jr. Faculty Achievement Award, American Concrete Institute (ACI), March 2017

• Journal Paper noted as one of the top 5 most downloaded in 2nd quarter 2017, ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, May 2017

• Recoganized as a Top downloaded Paper between 2013-2015, ASCE Structures Congress, May 2015

• Distinguished Faculty Juror, Penn State University, May 2014

Service to Penn State:

• Other, Member, Faculty Advisory Board, Teaching and Learning With Technology Group, November 2023

• Committee Work, Faculty, Member, Undergraduate Curriculum, August 2023

• Assistance to Student Organizations, Advisor, Faculty Club Advisor, Penn State Structural Engineering Association (SEA), August 2022

• Committee Work, Faculty, Member, New Facilities Planning, July 2019 - October 2023

• Committee Work, Faculty, Member, Undergraduate Curriculum, August 2018 - August 2020

• Other, Member, NAAB Accreditation Taskforce for M.Arch, April 2015 - October 2015

• Committee Work, Faculty, Member, Career Fair Planning, August 2013 - September 2021

• Other, Faculty, Faculty Marshall, Penn State, May 2018

• Other, Faculty, Faculty Marshall, Penn State, May 2017

• Other, Representative, Faculty at Large Rep, Penn State, May 2017

• Other, Representative, Faculty at Large Rep, Penn State, May 2016

• Other, Faculty, Faculty Marshall, Penn State, May 2016

• Other, Faculty, Faculty Marshall Selected by AE Top Student, Penn State, May 2019

• Other, Faculty, Faculty Marshall Selected by AE Top Student, Penn State, May 2020

Service to External Organizations:

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Other, ASEE Divsions Leadership, Webmaster, ASEE, June 2023

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Other, ASEE Divsion Leadership, AE Delegate, Commission Pre-12 Engr. Education, June 2023

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Member, PSU AE Representative, AEI Academic Council, August 2019

• Organizing Conferences and Service on Conference Committees, Co-Chairperson, Technical Program Chair, 2019 AEI National Conference, February 2018 - April 2019

• Organizing Conferences and Service on Conference Committees, Committee Member, National AEI Conference Steering Committee, 2019 AEI National Conference, February 2018 - April 2019

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Committee Member, AEI: Student Design Competition Steering Committee, Architectural Engineering Institute, June 2016

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Chairperson, AEI: Building Integration Modeling, August 2015

• Organizing Conferences and Service on Conference Committees, Committee Member, Conference Organizing Advisory Council, TMS Engineering Solutions for Sustainability: Materials & Resources 3rd Conference, February 2015 - July 2016

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Contributor, SEI: Building Information Modeling, May 2014

• Organizing Conferences and Service on Conference Committees, Committee Member, Conference Organizing Advisory Council, TMS Engineering Solutions for Sustainability: Materials & Resources 2nd Conference, February 2014 - July 2015

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Committee Member, ACI 118: Digital Technology, March 2014 - October 2018

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Committee Member, AEI: Building Integration Modeling, August 2013 - August 2015

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Contributor, PTI's DC-110: Building Information Modeling, May 2012 - May 2015

• Participation in or Service to Professional and Learned Societies, Committee Member, ACI 131: BIM for Concrete Structures, August 2011 - October 2023