Ashraf Elsayed

Dr. Ashraf Elsayed is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at Arkansas State University (A-State), affiliated with the Department of Civil Engineering within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a Professional Engineer (PE) license in 12 states. His expertise spans geotechnical earthquake engineering, transportation materials, and foundation engineering.

Dr. Elsayed earned a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Alabama (1995), an M.S. from the same institution (1991), and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Cairo University (1982). His professional career includes 27 years of engineering practice, with roles as Chief Engineer at Hall, Blake & Associates and Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Hamza Associates, overseeing projects in the U.S., Trinidad, and the Middle East.

His research focuses on geotechnical earthquake engineering, sustainable transportation materials, and subgrade stabilization. Recent work emphasizes environmental applications of recycled materials (e.g., ground tire rubber in concrete) and seismic hazard analysis in Arkansas. He actively contributes to professional organizations like the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Arkansas Governor’s Earthquake Advisory Council.

Dr. Elsayed’s publications (15+ recent articles) highlight advancements in asphalt technology, seismic resilience, and sustainable construction. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, addressing infrastructure challenges through data-driven approaches.