Faculty Profile for Dr. Anthony S Torres
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Dr. Anthony S Torres
Professor — Department of Engineering Technology
RFM 4222
phone: (512) 245-6449
Biography Section
Biography and Education
Dr. Anthony Torres is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Assistant Director of the Materials Science, Engineering, and Commercialization (MSEC) doctoral program at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. Dr. Torres received a PhD and MS in Civil Engineering from the University of New Mexico, and a BS in Civil Engineering from New Mexico State University. Prior to joining Texas State University, Dr. Torres doctoral dissertation from the University of New Mexico focused on material science – particularly, crystal growth kinetics, nucleation, and phase changes; all things that occur on the nano- and micro-scale. Since arriving at Texas State he has focused this expertise in cement and concrete laboratory testing and development. His research expertise and academic training has allowed him to address concrete materials research from a new perspective, often developing new techniques/procedures or new approaches to address an issue. Dr. Torres has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal publications, book chapters, and conference proceedings. Dr. Torres has received over $3M in externally funded research projects, from such agencies as the Texas DOT, New Mexico DOT, Minnesota DOT, NASA, the Space Force, HOLCIM Innovation Center, and local companies. His research focuses on developing sustainable and innovative cementitious composite materials with particular focus on long-term durability. A recent exciting project with NASA focuses on developing geopolymer concretes for their upcoming Artemis mission, which is their next mission to the moon. Dr. Torres also prioritizes education in which he also leads grants and publications focusing on advanced pedagogical techniques for STEM education and retention. He's won numerous awards for his teaching, research, and service to the university.Teaching Interests
Active Teaching and LearningResearch Interests
Ultra High Strength and Performance Concrete, Concrete with Recycled and Sustainable Materials,Pervious Concrete Design and Characterization
STEM Education and Retention
Selected Scholarly/Creative Work
- Salim, M. U., Danish, A., Torres, A. S., & Moro, C. (2024). Environmental Assessment of Cenosphere and GGBFS-Based Geopolymers: A Path to Greener Construction Material. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 110, 107711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eiar.2024.107711.
- Villarreal, R., Torres, A., Aguayo, F., & Moro, C. (2022). Assessing the Degree of Polish on Hardened Concrete Air Void Parameters. Journal of Civil Engineering and Construction, 11(4), 177–188. https://doi.org/10.32732/jcec.2022.11.4.177
- Salim, M. U., Danish, A., Torres, A. S., & Moro, C. (2025). Environmental assessment of cenosphere and GGBFS-based geopolymers: A path to greener construction materials. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 110, 107711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eiar.2024.107711
- Danish, A., Torres, A. S., Moro, C., & Salim, M. U. (2024). Hope or hype? Evaluating the environmental footprint of reclaimed fly ash in geopolymer production. Resources, Conservation & Recycling, 205, 107564. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2024.107564
- Mohamed, T., Torres, A. S., Aguayo, F., & Okechi, I. (2024). Evaluating carbonation resistance and microstructural behaviors of calcium sulfoaluminate cement concrete incorporating fly ash and limestone powder. Construction and Building Materials. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2024.137551
Selected Awards
- Award / Honor Recipient: Teaching Award of Honor, Texas State University Alumni Association. 2024 - Present
- Award / Honor Recipient: Honorary Professor of International Studies, Center for International Studies. September 2024 - Present
- Award / Honor Recipient: Lightweight Concrete Competition, Texas Aggregate and Cement Association. June 2024 - Present
- Award / Honor Recipient: Presidential Distinction and College Achievement Award for Service, Texas State University. January 2024 - Present
- Award / Honor Recipient: Sustainable Concrete Competition, Texas Aggregate and Cement Association. June 2023 - Present
Selected Grants
- Moro, Carlos (Principal), Torres, Anthony S (Co-Principal), Espinoza Chavez, Wilson F (Co-Principal). Refinement of Reinforced Concrete Box Culvert Installation Guidelines, South Dakota Department of Transportation, Federal, $125000. (Funded: March 2024 - September 2025). Grant.
- Torres, Anthony (Principal), Aguayo, Federico (Co-Principal), Shi, Xijun (Co-Principal), Moro, Carlos (Co-Principal), Espinoza, Wilson (Co-Principal). Developing a Performance-Based Concrete Overlay Mix Design for Improved Resistance to Early-Age Cracking and Increased Durability, Texas Department of Transportation, State, $700370. (Funded: September 2023 - August 2026). Grant.
- Shi, Xijun (Principal), Torres, Anthony S (Co-Principal), Moro Martinez, Carlos (Co-Principal). Cracking-resistant concrete for durable coastal structures, CREATE UTC, Texas State University, $92181. (Submitted: November 2023, Funded: September 2024 - Present). Grant.
- Torres, Anthony S. Long Term Monitoring of Rapid Setting and Hardening-based Corrosion Samples, Texas Department of Transportation, State, $200000. (Funded: September 2024 - August 2026). Grant.
- Torres, Anthony S, Trueba, Luis, Espinoza Chavez, Wilson F. Remote Assessment of Austere Landing Sites – Phase 1 (Proof of Concept), AFRL Minority Leaders Research Collaboration Program, $225000. (Funded: September 2024 - August 2026). Grant.
Selected Service Activities
Chair
Personnel Committee
September 2024-Present
Voting Memeber
American Concrete Institute - 239-0F - Sustainability of Ultra High Performance Concrete
September 2022-Present
Editorial Review Board Member
International Journal on Engineering Structures and Materials
June 2022-Present
Editor
Journal of Sustainability (Guest Editor)
May 2022-Present
Voting Member
ACI Committee 555
January 2021-Present