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Thursday, May 21, 2026

Why line paint just won’t stick to Newfoundland streets, CBC News

Road paint rapidly disappears from Newfoundland streets due to the mandatory shift to less durable water-based paints, combined with harsh winter maintenance and poor asphalt conditions. Engineering tests and ongoing evaluations are exploring alternative, high-durability materials to combat these environmental and infrastructure challenges. Dr... More

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Driving Conditions across the Province, News, VOCM Radio, St. John’s, NL

Dr Kamal Hossain, a Civil Engineering professor, presented data-driven solutions for improving road conditions and pavement maintenance in Newfoundland and Labrador. The lecture, hosted by MUN and PEGNL, addressed infrastructure challenges during intense public debate over potholes and studded tire usage. Read the full article on VOCM. VOCM News... More

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Road Conditions of NL and Memorial University’s efforts, VOCM

On May 17, 2019, Civil engineering professor Dr Kamal Hossain appeared on VOCM Radio’s Open Line with Paddy Daly to discuss Newfoundland and Labrador’s severe road deterioration. Dr Hossain highlighted Memorial University’s research efforts, which included partnering with local municipalities, using smartphone tech like TotalPave to map road... More

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Pavement Talk about NL, VOCM Sunday Drive Show

The May 5, 2019, VOCM Sunday Drive episode features a "Pavement Talk" interview with Dr Kamal Hossain, focusing on civil engineering solutions for road infrastructure and pothole issues in Newfoundland and Labrador. The broadcast highlight, with Dr Hossain outlining asphalt durability improvements and the impact of the region's freeze-thaw cycle... More

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

The State of the Asphalt: St. John’s Road Crisis

Dr Kamal Hossain, a pavement engineering expert, discussed the poor state of roads and potholes in Newfoundland and Labrador, a segment aired on CBC St. John's Morning Show. Documentation of this research on provincial road issues is maintained by Carleton University's Advanced Road and Transportation Engineering Lab (ARTEL). CBC Interview Dr.... More

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Ottawa’s Rideau Street Sinkhole, Science Documentary,Britespark Films

On August 13, 2021, Dr. Kamal Hossain participated in a television interview with London-based BriteSpark Films for a science documentary exploring the mechanics behind the infamous 2016 Rideau Street sinkhole. The production focused on the complex geological and engineering factors that caused a massive section of the downtown Ottawa roadway to... More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Pothole maintenance; City of Winnipeg on track for road work so far this year, CityNews

Pothole maintenance remains a key focus in road management across Canada, emphasizing timely repairs to maintain pavement quality and safe driving conditions. Proactive and durable repair strategies help reduce recurring damage, lower long-term costs, and improve overall road performance. Dr Kamal Hossain was on CityNews commenting on City of... More

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Why are potholes so bad in Saskatchewan, CBC Radio

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Saturday, March 18, 2023

Pothole problems in Ottawa, CBC Report

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