Graduate Research Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn, AL, United States
Brooke Earls is a doctoral student at Auburn University, specializing in pavement engineering within the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT). They earned their undergraduate degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Auburn University in May 2020, focusing on structural engineering.
Continuing their academic journey, Brooke completed a master’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on pavement materials at Auburn University in August 2022. During this time, they worked closely with NCAT on their thesis, which centered on developing a method to determine the asphalt content of slurry surfacing systems, including micro surfacing and slurry seals, through a comprehensive round-robin study.
Currently pursuing a PhD, Brooke has contributed to the Performance Group Study, where they analyzed the long-term performance of various pavement maintenance treatments. Their doctoral research is dedicated to advancing the use of 100% reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) in emulsified asphalt chip seals. This innovative work focuses on designing a RAP chip seal methodology, validating its performance through rigorous laboratory testing, and assessing its durability under accelerated weathering simulations in a controlled environment.
Brooke’s research is paving the way for more sustainable and cost-effective solutions in the field of pavement preservation and rehabilitation.
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Thin Open-Graded Friction Course Overlays in Cold Climates
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM MT