Preface – Ares J. Rosakis

This special issue of JMPS is meant to celebrate the contributions of Professor Ares J. Rosakis to the field of mechanics of solids and structures on the occasion of his 60th birthday. It is a collection of articles contributed by distinguished researchers who have had association with Professor Rosakis as colleagues, students, postdocs or collaborators. Throughout his distinguished career, Professor Rosakis has been a much admired teacher, a mentor and a friend to all who worked with him. This volume complements the symposium held in his honor at Brown University during September 16-17, 2016. We are grateful to the editors of JMPS for making this special issue possible.