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Professor Behzad Fatahi is a distinguished academic in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in geotechnical engineering, railway infrastructure, and sustainable construction technologies. With a career spanning over 16 years at UTS, he has served as Deputy Head of School - Teaching and Learning (2024-present), Head of Discipline (2020-2024), and School Research Coordinator (2012-2017). His research focuses on unsaturated soil mechanics , dynamic soil-structure interaction , and green infrastructure solutions . Academic Appointments : Professor (2024-present), Associate Professor (2017-2024), Senior Lecturer (2011-2017), Lecturer (2008-2011) Research Leadership : Supervised 21 PhD students to completion, developed groundbreaking techniques for landfill waste reuse and tyre-derived aggregates in railway construction His work on seismic resilience of LNG tanks and bioengineered soil stabilization has received international recognition, including the 2023 Best Research Paper Award at the Australasian Association for Engineering Education conference. Professor Fatahi's industry experience includes geotechnical engineering roles at Coffey International and SES Engineering prior to academia. Key Research Contributions : Developed green corridor models for railway lines using coupled flow-deformation equations Pioneered AI-integrated teaching frameworks for civil engineering education Advanced machine learning techniques for intelligent compaction and structural buckling analysis As a Category 1 supervisor , he mentors graduate researchers in Civil Engineering , Geomechanics , and Earthquake Engineering . His peer-reviewed work (>240 publications) demonstrates technical excellence and innovation across multiple geotechnical domains.

• Unsaturated Soil Mechanics
• Dynamic Soil-Structure Interaction
• Ground Improvement Techniques
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Elie Hajj is a Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), serving as Associate Director of the Western Regional Superpave Center. His research focuses on asphalt pavement engineering, sustainable materials, and infrastructure resilience. He specializes in pavement rehabilitation, numerical modeling of dynamic load impacts, and economic analysis of pavement preservation strategies. Dr. Hajj has received recognition for his 2016 ASTM award for outstanding work on pavement rehabilitation economics. He actively engages in professional service, including TRB webinars and academic seminars on topics like pavement damage assessment and vehicle operating costs. His teaching spans graduate and undergraduate courses in pavement design, materials engineering, and advanced pavement analysis. His research integrates experimental and computational methods to address challenges in pavement performance under superheavy loads, recycled material utilization, and energy-efficient construction practices. Collaborations with industry and government agencies enhance the practical applicability of his findings.

• Sustainable Paving Materials
• Asphalt Pavement Engineering
• Transportation Infrastructure Analysis
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Professor Frederic Coulon holds the position of Professor of Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology at the Cranfield Water Science Institute, part of Cranfield University's School of Management. His work focuses on transdisciplinary environmental science, including soil and water chemistry, bioremediation, wastewater treatment, and risk assessment. He leads research on microbial interactions in engineered systems, biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons, and emerging contaminants. His professional interests span soil and water chemistry, fate of chemicals in environmental systems, hazardous waste site remediation, and policy-influencing research. Key collaborators include BBSRC, NERC, Defra, and the European Commission. He has advised on contaminated land management and developed solutions for pragmatic risk-based remediation strategies. Research activities include microbial adaptations in cold environments, environmental monitoring technologies, and anaerobic digestion optimization. Over 200 peer-reviewed articles highlight his contributions to environmental engineering and science, with a focus on bioremediation, bioaerosol risk assessment, and sustainable waste management. Current projects address challenges in low-carbon remediation, landfill mining, and antimicrobial resistance in agricultural environments. He supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates internationally on initiatives like the UK-India vWa project and the REGENERATIS program for metallurgical site regeneration.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Microbiology
• Water Science and Engineering
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Dr. Jaan Pu is an Associate Professor at the University of Bradford, UK, affiliated with the School of BEACI within the Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies. He holds visiting scientist roles at Tsinghua University and Nanyang Technological University. His research focuses on numerical and experimental approaches to water engineering challenges, including sediment transport, turbulence modeling, and flood dynamics. Dr. Pu serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Environmental Science and Frontiers in Built Environment , and editorial roles in other journals. His work integrates computational tools (e.g., Delft3D, MATLAB) with experimental techniques (ADV, PIV) to study flows in rivers, coastal areas, and urban environments. Research interests include turbulence structures around bridge piers, scour reduction mechanisms, and environmental hydraulics. Teaching areas cover Water Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, and Mechanics. His publications span 73 works addressing topics from coral reef protection to sedimentation in rainwater systems. Professional activities include editorial board memberships, conference organizing, and peer review for high-impact journals.

• Environmental Hydraulics
• Sediment Transport
• Turbulence Modelling
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Dr. Anil Misra is the Chair and Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida International University (FIU), Miami. Previously, he served as the Glenn L. Parker-James L. Tyson Professor of Engineering Mechanics at the University of Kansas (KU) and Associate Director of KU's Institute for Bioengineering Research. He also held faculty positions at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) from 1990 to 2007. He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur, India (1985), and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (1988 and 1991). His teaching focuses on engineering mechanics, materials engineering, computer methods, and geotechnical engineering. Dr. Misra’s research bridges mechanics and materials science, emphasizing granular micromechanics, biomaterials, and geotechnical engineering. His work includes pioneering the granular micromechanics approach (GMA) to model granular materials and metamaterials. He has authored over 350 publications, co-edited four books, and guest-edited six journal special issues. His research has been funded by governmental agencies and industry. He has received the 2017 Eugenio Beltrami Senior Scientist Prize for contributions to granular micromechanics and a 2018 Fulbright Specialist award. He actively serves on editorial boards, technical committees, and provides industry consulting. His lab explores interdisciplinary topics like dental adhesives, metamaterials, and computational mechanics.

• Engineering Mechanics
• Materials Science
• Geotechnical Engineering
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Xudong (Andrew) Fan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the University at Buffalo (UB), part of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research focuses on urban water systems, resilience and sustainability in water infrastructure, and applications of artificial intelligence in complex networks. He holds a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Case Western Reserve University (2022), an MS in Structural Engineering from Tianjin University (2017), and a BS in Civil Engineering from Central South University (2014). Dr. Fan's work integrates advanced computational methods with civil engineering challenges, particularly in enhancing infrastructure resilience through AI-driven approaches. His research spans smart city technologies, climate change adaptation, and bio-based solutions for soil stabilization and frost heave mitigation. Notable contributions include developing graph neural networks for spatially embedded network analysis and machine learning models for predicting water infrastructure failures. His publications reflect a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary problem-solving, combining data science with traditional engineering domains. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific output since 2020 highlights his active engagement in cutting-edge research areas such as AI for water systems and sustainable materials innovation.

• Urban Water Systems
• Resilience and Sustainability
• Artificial Intelligence
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Prof. Wu, Wei is a Professor and Director at Institute of Geotechnical Engineering , Department of Structural Engineering and Natural Hazards, BOKU University, Vienna, Austria. With over two decades of academic and industry experience, his work bridges geotechnical research and engineering practice. Education: Dr.-Ing. in Geotechnical Engineering (Karlsruhe University, Germany, 1986–1993), MSc in Geotechnical Engineering (Xian University of Technology, China, 1982–1985), Bachelor in Civil Engineering (Wuhan University, China, 1978–1982). Research Interests span geomechanics, granular materials, and computational geotechnical engineering. His expertise includes: Constitutive modeling of soils and granular media Numerical simulation of landslides and debris flows Soil bioengineering and root reinforcement Geo-energy systems and energy storage Advanced computational methods (SPH, DEM, FE) Selected Google Scholar Articles (2025–2024) highlight innovations in hypoplastic models for climate-affected soils, machine learning applications for slope stability, and multiscale simulations of geohazards. His work emphasizes both theoretical advancements (e.g., phase-field fracture models) and practical solutions (e.g., centrifuge testing for tunnel design). Scientific Awards include: Advanced Grant, European Research Council (2024) Gold Medal, Technical University of Brno (2024) Teaching & Supervision covers soil mechanics, tunneling, and advanced geotechnical courses. He has supervised over 30 PhD and 100 MSc theses, mentoring future engineers in numerical methods and geohazard mitigation. Leadership Roles : Editor-in-Chief of Acta Geotechnica , founder of Springer Series in Geomechanics, and Chairman of the Otto Pregl Foundation (€3M endowment). He organized key conferences like the China-Europe Conference on Geotechnical Engineering (2018) and International Symposium on Particle-Based Continuum Methods (2019).

• Geomechanics
• Granular Materials
• Foundation Engineering
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Maria Mavroulidou serves as Professor of Geotechnics at London South Bank University (LSBU), where she also holds the position of Deputy Head for the CCibse research centre. Her academic journey includes prior research appointments at NTU-Athens, the University of Surrey, and Imperial College London, establishing her as a leading figure in sustainable geotechnical solutions. Her educational foundation spans both engineering and humanities disciplines: PhD in unsaturated soils and subsurface flow (University of Surrey) D.E.A. in geomechanics (INSA Lyon-ECL) Dipl-Eng in transport engineering (National Technical University of Athens) Five additional university degrees in languages and literature (one undergraduate, four postgraduate) Mavroulidou's research pioneers biocementation and electrokinetic soil stabilization techniques using waste-derived materials and CO2-sequestering processes. Her work directly addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in low-carbon construction materials and ground improvement technologies, with recent focus on ammonia-free biocementation pathways and fruit/vegetable waste utilization. Analysis of her 83 research outputs reveals a decisive shift toward environmentally conscious geotechnics since 2020, with 75% of recent publications exploring microbial soil treatment, waste-stream valorization, and carbon capture applications. This trajectory positions her work at the critical intersection of civil infrastructure resilience and climate change mitigation. Her research leadership includes: Principal Investigator for HORIZON2020 and EPSRC/UKRI grants Principal Investigator for Network Rail-commissioned projects Co-Investigator for Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with engineering firms EPSRC and RAEng grant reviewer She actively supervises PhD researchers while teaching Soil Mechanics, Geotechnics, and Environmental Engineering at undergraduate levels. Current major initiatives include EU-funded NOBILIS (CO2-absorbing biocements), UKRI projects COSMIC and BIOPHILIC (mineral carbonation technologies), and industry collaborations developing bioconcrete solutions through LSBU's Bioscience and Bioengineering Research Centre and Energy, Materials and Environment Research Centre.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Stabilization
• Biocementation
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Dr. Muhannad T. Suleiman is a Professor of Geotechnical Engineering at Lehigh University's College of Engineering and Applied Science. He leads the National Offshore Wind Energy Testing and Hybrid Simulation Facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. His research focuses on sustainable infrastructure, geothermal energy systems, and bio-inspired soil improvement technologies. He holds the P.C. Rossin Assistant Professorship and the Shamsher Prakash Teaching Prize. Education: Ph.D. (Geotechnical Engineering, Iowa State University), M.S. & B.S. (Civil Engineering, Jordan University of Science and Technology). Research Interests: Soil-structure interaction for offshore wind turbines, thermoactive geotechnical systems, microbial-induced carbonate precipitation for soil stabilization, and wireless subsurface sensing networks. His work integrates geotechnical engineering with renewable energy applications and disaster-resilient infrastructure design. Grants & Recognition: Over $12M in DOE funding, NSF grants, and Qatar National Research Fund support. His research group developed patented ground-improvement technologies and wireless sensing systems for subsurface monitoring. Teaching & Service: Teaches advanced geotechnical courses including Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering. Serves as Chair of ASCE's Deep Foundations Committee and editorial board member of Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering . Active in national committees like TRB Foundations of Bridges and the Deep Foundation Institute. Labs & Facilities: Directs testing at Lehigh's ATLSS Center, utilizing large-scale soil boxes and advanced instrumentation for full-scale geotechnical experimentation.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Infrastructure
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Varun Ojha is an active researcher with a strong focus on machine learning, neural networks, and optimization techniques applied to diverse domains. His work spans environmental engineering (flood risk management via camera-based river monitoring), biotechnology (metabolic engineering), geotechnical engineering (rock strength prediction), and biomedical applications (ECG denoising). His research emphasizes hybrid methods combining evolutionary algorithms with neural architectures (e.g., neural trees, echo state networks) and multiobjective optimization frameworks. Key collaborations include institutions in Europe and Asia, with a recurring focus on environmental safety and sustainable systems. Ojha has published extensively in high-impact journals like Neural Networks and Biotechnology and Bioengineering , as well as conferences including IEEE CEC and ISDA. His recent work explores transfer learning for waste segmentation, adversarial robustness in deep learning, and surrogate modeling for complex systems.

• Machine Learning
• Neural Networks
• Evolutionary Computation
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Dr. Denys Villa Gomez is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Civil Engineering , University of Queensland, and a Research Fellow at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology . With a PhD from IHE-Delft/Wageningen University (2013), she specializes in biotechnological processes for resource recovery from mine waste and wastewater, including omics approaches and microspectral tools. Academic Appointments Senior Lecturer, School of Civil Engineering, University of Queensland Research Fellow, Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology Research Themes Critical metals recovery from mine waste Synbio Mining (UQ Biosustainability Hub) Bioprocesses for circular economy Bioremediation of acid mine drainage Wastewater valorization Research Trends : Her publications focus on biogenic sulfide applications for metal recovery, synthetic biology in mining, and waste-to-resource conversions using microbial systems. Key technologies include sulfate-reducing bioreactors, microbial fuel cells, and peptide-based biosorption. Supervision and Leadership : She has supervised multiple PhD candidates and served as Chief Investigator in the ARC Training Centre in Critical Resources for the Future . Her work has influenced international standards for mine water treatment and metal recovery.

• Environmental Engineering
• Bioremediation
• Critical Metals Recovery
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Tsung-Chow (Joe) Su is a Professor in the Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), located in Boca Raton, Florida. His research focuses on fluid mechanics, environmental engineering, and nanotechnology applications, with emphasis on fluid-structure interactions, piezoelectric shell vibrations, and energy-related systems. He has contributed extensively to the study of underwater robotics, scour protection for marine pipelines, and bioengineering solutions for pollutant capture. Education : Eng.Sc.D., Ocean Engineering, Columbia University (1974) M.S., Aeronautics, California Institute of Technology (1970) B.S., Civil Engineering, National Taiwan University (1968) Research Interests : Industrial and Environmental Fluid Mechanics Design Problems Involving Nanotechnology Fluid-Structure Interactions Piezoelectric Shell Vibrations Energy Systems and Undergraduate Research Recent Publications highlight advancements in underwater inflatable sonar arrays, scour mitigation for pipelines, and hybrid aerial-underwater robotic systems. His work bridges theoretical fluid dynamics with practical applications in marine infrastructure, pollution control, and autonomous systems. Teaching includes courses like Advanced Fluid Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics for Ocean Engineering, and Nanotechnology. Labs/Teams: His research involves collaborations in coastal engineering, robotics, and environmental fluid mechanics, though specific lab names are not explicitly stated in the provided texts.

• Fluid Mechanics
• Ocean Engineering
• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
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HUSSAIN Mazhar is a Researcher-Lecturer at CESI, affiliated with the Engineering and Numerical Tools department. His work focuses on sustainable construction materials, particularly the valorization of geomaterials and bio-based materials. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Rouen University (2022) and a Master's in Civil and Hydraulics Engineering from Grenoble INP ENSE3 (2019). His research emphasizes raw earth construction, sediment reuse, and tropical natural fibers' applications in civil engineering. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Rouen University, 2022: 'Valorization of sediments in bio-based materials' Master in Civil and Hydraulics Engineering, Grenoble INP ENSE3, 2019 His research interests include material formulation, soil mechanics, and durability studies. He explores innovative ways to repurpose sediment waste into eco-friendly building materials, reducing environmental impact. Recent work involves sediment-based fired bricks, tropical fiber reinforcement, and masonry wall behavior analysis. Publications highlight trends in sustainable material development and resource optimization, with contributions to journals like Sustainability and Journal of Natural Fibers . He supervises M1/M2 research projects, fostering student engagement in applied civil engineering challenges. Grants & Labs: Part of CESI's LINEACT research team Pilot projects involving Usumacinta River sediments in Mexico

• Raw Earth Construction
• Geomaterials Valorization
• Bio-based Materials
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Dr. Jie Zheng is a Distinguished Chair in Natural Sciences and Mathematics and Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). He holds adjunct roles in Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Urology at UTSW Medical Center. His research focuses on nanomedicine, particularly renal clearable nanoparticles for early disease detection and therapeutic delivery. Zheng earned a B.S. from Inner Mongolia University (1994) and a Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology (2005), followed by postdoctoral training at Harvard University (2005–2008). His work bridges nanotechnology and medicine, addressing kidney disease, cancer, and liver damage through innovative nanoparticle applications. Notable achievements include NIH grants ($1.5M for hepatic glutathione monitoring) and CPRIT funding for tumor-targeting nanoparticles. He is an AIMBE Fellow, honored for contributions to nanoparticle transport understanding and nanomedicine development. Research interests emphasize nanoparticle transport mechanisms, kidney targeting strategies, and noninvasive diagnostic methods. Over 12 graduate students and 25+ undergraduates have been mentored, with many securing academic and industry roles. Zheng teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, fostering next-generation scientists through hands-on research.

• Nanomedicines
• Kidney Disease Detection
• Nanoparticle Transport
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Thora Arnardottir is a Researcher in the Department of Applied Sciences at Northumbria University, with expertise in biomaterials, biomineralization, and microbial fabrication. Her work bridges architecture, biology, and material science to create sustainable living materials. Education : PhD in Architecture (Bacterial Sculpting) from Newcastle University, completed in March 2023. MA (Hons) in Architecture from the Institute of Advanced Architecture in Catalonia, awarded in September 2017. BA (Hons) in Architecture from Arts University Bournemouth, completed in June 2014. Her research explores processual approaches to forming with living matter, including bacterial cellulose, microbial-induced calcite precipitation, and fungi-mediated self-healing concrete. Recent publications focus on bioreactors, engineered living fabrication, and responsive biomaterials. Thora has contributed to exhibitions like Living Construction and Living Manufacture , and participated in organizing the ACADIA 2023 conference. She is active in interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly around sustainable materials and the UN SDGs.

• Biomaterials
• Biomineralization
• Microbial Fabrication
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