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Magda Posani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Aalto University, focusing on building physics, hygrothermal behavior of materials, and environmental sustainability. Her research explores the use of bio-based insulation, thermally massive stone and earth walls, and additive manufacturing techniques to enhance indoor comfort and address climate change challenges in Nordic regions. Integrated Master's Degree in 'Building Engineering and Architecture' from the University of Bologna (Italy) Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the National Laboratory for Civil Engineering (LNEC) and the University of Porto (FEUP, Portugal) Postdoctoral Research at ETH Zürich (Switzerland) Her research integrates vernacular solutions with modern technology, such as combining additive manufacturing with super-hygroscopic materials to develop components for passive humidity regulation. She addresses critical issues like occupant comfort, health risks from improper humidity, and climate change impacts on traditional constructions. The articles highlight her work on low-carbon materials, 3D-printed building components, and strategies for enhancing hygrothermal performance in both modern and historic structures. Key themes include moisture buffering, thermal insulation compatibility, and climate-resilient renovation.

• Building Physics
• Hygrothermal Behavior of Materials
• Environmental Sustainability
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Professor Hong Hao is a John Curtin Distinguished Professor at Curtin University, affiliated with the School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering and the Curtin Research Centre for Infrastructural Monitoring & Protection. His expertise spans Structural Dynamics, Earthquake Engineering, Blast and Impact Engineering, and Structural Health Monitoring. He holds prestigious roles like Fellow of ATSE, ISEAM, and ASCE, and has led organizations such as the International Association of Protective Structures and the Australian Earthquake Engineering Society. Education: BE (Tianjin University, 1982), MSc (UC Berkeley, 1985), PhD (UC Berkeley, 1989). Awards include the Tan Chin Tuan Fellowship and multiple Ko Medals. He has authored over 200 journal articles, with recent work focusing on blast-resistant materials, seismic fragility, and AI-driven structural health monitoring. His research emphasizes resilient infrastructure, including metaconcrete structures, corrosion-resistant materials, and sensor-based damage detection. Ongoing projects involve smart tunnel safety under BLEVE explosions and modular building systems.

• Structural Dynamics
• Earthquake Engineering
• Blast and Impact Engineering
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Giuseppe Carlo Marano is a Full Professor at the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering at Politecnico di Torino. He is also a component of the SISCON Interdepartmental Center for Infrastructure Safety. With expertise in civil and structural engineering, his work focuses on machine learning applications, seismic risk reduction, and sustainable structural optimization. Education Graduated cum laude in Structural Engineering from Polytechnic University of Bari PhD in Structural Engineering from University of Florence (2000) Research Interests Marano's research spans structural optimization, seismic engineering, and machine learning applications in civil infrastructure. He develops advanced computational models for: Seismic retrofitting of existing structures Optimization of steel and masonry structures Recycled materials in concrete production AI-driven structural health monitoring Multiobjective design methodologies Publication Trends His recent work emphasizes: Machine learning for concrete mix design and damage assessment Optimization of gridshells and arch structures Seismic isolation systems and vibration control Sustainable construction practices with recycled materials Multiobjective genetic algorithms for structural design Scientific Recognitions National Scientific Qualification - First Band (2013, MIUR Italy) Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Lecture (2012, China) Academic Contributions As an educator, he teaches: Consolidamento Strutturale (Structural Consolidation) Dinamica delle Vibrazioni Random (Random Vibration Dynamics) Progettazione Generativa (Generative Design) He also leads Challenge@PoliTo initiatives and contributes to national infrastructure safety regulations. Research Projects ADAPT4CE - Adaptive Digital Systems for Circular Economy (2025-2028) AI-ENVISERS - AI for Seismic Retrofit Environmental Impact (2023-2025) ADDOPTML - Additive Manufacturing Optimization (2021-2025)

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Machine Learning in Structural Engineering
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Ali Mousavi is Assistant Professor of Iranian Archaeology in UCLA’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures and a core faculty member of the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology. A Berkeley PhD and former fellow of the Smithsonian, Maison de l’Orient and Global Heritage Fund, he has directed excavations and UNESCO World-Heritage projects at Pasargadae, Bam, Susa, Sultaniyeh and Turang Tepe and authored prize-winning volumes Ancient Iran from the Air and Persepolis: Discovery and Afterlife of a World Wonder . Education PhD, Near Eastern Studies (Archaeology), University of California, Berkeley (2005) MA, Archaeology, History and Languages of Old World Civilizations, Université Lyon II, France (1997) BA, Archaeology and Art History of Europe and the East Mediterranean, Université Lyon II, France (1996) Research interests span the archaeology and art history of Iran from the Neolithic to the early-20th century, with particular focus on Achaemenid and Sasanian monumental architecture, ancient irrigation (qanats), landscape archaeology, digital heritage, and the modern historiography of Iranian archaeology. His field projects integrate remote sensing, epigraphy, GIS and conservation science to investigate imperial capitals, rock-cut monuments and water-management systems across the Iranian plateau. Across more than 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, Mousavi has re-examined dating criteria for Achaemenid stone monuments, analysed royal inscriptions as visual displays, traced medieval Persian pilgrims’ graffiti at ancient sites, and produced synthetic archaeological surveys of the Sasanian empire and the Central Alborz Iron-Age cultures. The corpus reflects a sustained engagement with primary field data, archival research and critical historiography of 19th- and 20th-century excavations. Selected honours Ehsan Yarshater Book Award (2014) Iranian Ministry of Culture World Book Award (2014) Leon Levy – Shelby White publication grant (2008) UNESCO award for World-Heritage nomination files (2003) Iran Heritage Foundation field-work award (2003) Guitty Azarpay Fellowship, UC Berkeley (2000-2003) IFRI Fellowship, Paris (1998) At UCLA he offers undergraduate courses “Archaeology of Iran” and “Ancient Cities of Iran (4000 BC-AD 1900)” and mentors graduate researchers in the Cotsen Institute. His grants and fellowships from NSF-equivalent European and American agencies underwrite both field seasons and publication of critical archaeological corpora, while his service on Iranian, UNESCO and international heritage boards continues to link scholarly output with heritage-management policy.

• Archaeology of Iran
• Achaemenid architecture and epigraphy
• Sasanian empire
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gerhard Müller is a Full Professor at the Chair of Structural Mechanics within the TUM School of Engineering and Design at Technical University of Munich (TUM). Since 2004, he has held this distinguished position, and since 2014, he has served as Executive Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at TUM. His research focuses on structural dynamics and vibroacoustics, with specific expertise in dynamic soil-structure interaction, sound radiation analysis, and seismic risk assessment. Professorship: Structural Mechanics University: Technical University of Munich School: TUM School of Engineering and Design Department: Chair of Structural Mechanics in Civil Engineering Prof. Müller's research spans multiple domains, including: Structural Dynamics : Examining building and vehicle vibrations, seismic soil-structure interaction, and advanced model order reduction techniques Vibroacoustics : Investigating sound radiation from vibrating structures and developing acoustic metamaterials for noise control Computational Methods : Pioneering hybrid deterministic-statistical approaches, Wave Based Methods (WBM) for saturated elastodynamic structures, and parametric model order reduction His recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Wave propagation analysis in poroelastic media Bayesian parameter updating for structural models Acoustic metamaterials for vibration control Advanced numerical methods for seismic risk assessment Hybrid ITM-FEM approaches for soil-structure interaction Energy flow analysis in timber structures Awarded the Spindler Prize in 1984 , Prof. Müller also holds significant academic leadership roles: President of European Association for Structural Dynamics (EASD) Chairman of Bavarian-French University Center (BayFrance) Active member of ASIIN accreditation agency and Bavarian Chamber of Engineers Previously served as Dean of Civil Engineering and Surveying at TUM (2010-2014) He leads the Structural Dynamic Lab (formerly Vibroacoustics Lab) and has developed interactive web apps for engineering education. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in construction acoustics, transportation noise control, and geothermal energy infrastructure analysis.

• Structural Dynamics
• Vibroacoustics
• Dynamic Soil-Structure Interaction
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Prof. Dr. Ercan Yüksel is a full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), College of Engineering. He has been a faculty member at ITU since 1990, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor in 2017. His research focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and numerical modeling, with applications in seismic design, energy dissipation, and structural health monitoring. PhD, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University MS, Structural Engineering (with thesis), Istanbul Technical University BS, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University His research interests are centered on earthquake engineering , particularly seismic input energy analysis , energy dissipation systems , reinforced and precast concrete structures , and seismic isolation . He actively investigates the dynamic behavior of structures under earthquake loads and develops innovative solutions for improving structural resilience. His work integrates advanced numerical modeling with experimental validation. Recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong focus on energy-based seismic design, performance of mechanical couplers, damping systems for high-voltage insulators, and fatigue behavior of railway tracks. These works are closely tied to real-world seismic events like the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake, demonstrating applied and impactful research. His scientific recognition includes: Notable Work Award, Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA), 2012 Golden Beam Award, Turkish Prefabricated Association, 2011 Prof. Yüksel is an active Principal Investigator on multiple research projects funded by ITU’s BAP program, covering topics such as smart sleepers for railway monitoring, novel seismic input energy spectra, and earthquake isolation for racking systems. He has supervised numerous theses and is involved in professional organizations including UNESCO-IPRED and the Turkish Earthquake Foundation. He leads research on structural health monitoring of ballasted railway lines using smart sleeper technology and is developing earthquake isolation systems for industrial storage racks. His lab integrates experimental testing with numerical simulation to validate new structural components under cyclic and biaxial loading.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Numerical Modeling
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Khalid M. Mosalam is the Taisei Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of the Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research (PEER) Center at the University of California, Berkeley, where he has served in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering since 1997. He also chairs the Al Falah Program in Science and Engineering, facilitating academic exchange between UC Berkeley and Middle Eastern/OIC institutions. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Cornell University (1996) M.S. in Structural Engineering from Cairo University (1991) B.S. (Honors) in Civil Engineering from Cairo University (1988) Mosalam's research centers on structural health monitoring using vibration-based and vision-based techniques, with expertise in experimental methods including hybrid simulations. His work spans earthquake engineering, bridge engineering, and the assessment/rehabilitation of critical infrastructure like bridges and electrical substations. He investigates structural behavior of concrete, masonry, steel, and wood systems under extreme events (earthquakes, blasts, wind), integrating machine learning tools for predictive modeling and developing solutions for energy efficiency and sustainable infrastructure resilience. Current projects include Building Efficiency and Sustainability in the Tropics (BEST) and AI applications in vision-based structural health monitoring. His scientific achievements include: ASCE Huber civil engineering research prize (2006) UC-Berkeley chancellor award for public services (2013) EERI outstanding paper award (2015) Mosalam has secured continuous research funding for 26+ years from NSF, Caltrans, FEMA, Intel, US-DOE, NRF-Singapore, and private industries, leading major initiatives like the $5.075M BRACE2 bridge research program (2025). He advises graduate students and directs multiple research entities including the STAIRlab, PEER Center, StEER Network, and SinBerBEST program. His leadership encompasses the PEER Center's large-scale structural testing facilities, the StEER Network for post-disaster response, and international collaborations through SinBerBEST, focusing on experimental validation, computational modeling, and practical implementation of resilient infrastructure systems.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Bridge Engineering
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Prof. Dr. Hakkı Polat Gülkan is a Professor at Başkent University's Civil Engineering Department. With a PhD (1971) and Master's (1968) from the University of Illinois in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor's (1966) from METU, his career spans over five decades in earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and disaster management. PhD: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1971) Master's: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1968) Bachelor's: Middle East Technical University, Civil Engineering (1966) His research focuses on seismic risk assessment, structural behavior under extreme loads, and disaster mitigation strategies. Key contributions include earthquake simulator development, ground motion analysis, and retrofitting techniques for masonry and reinforced concrete structures. He has published extensively on deformation limits, response spectra, and historical building preservation. Recent work includes 15+ articles from 2024-2012 analyzing Istanbul's seismic hazards, Marmara region dynamics, and post-earthquake structural integrity. Conference papers address Turkey's endemic building vulnerabilities and deformation thresholds for seismic isolation systems. Scientific Achievements: Elected to U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2023) As an active journal reviewer for 13+ publications (2023-2024), he contributes to advancing earthquake engineering discourse. His teaching portfolio includes advanced structural analysis, concrete mechanics, and seismic design courses.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Seismic Risk Assessment
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Prof. Ioannis Anastasopoulos is a Full Professor and Head of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zurich. He leads the Chair of Geotechnical Engineering, focusing on advanced geotechnical modeling, seismic resilience, and infrastructure systems. His research integrates experimental and numerical methods to address challenges in tunnel engineering, offshore foundations, and seismic protection. Key research areas include seismic response of geotechnical structures, soil-structure interaction, metamaterial-based vibration mitigation, and innovative foundation technologies. He directs the Geotechnical Centrifuge Center and Soil Testing Laboratories at ETH Zurich, advancing physical modeling and material characterization. Recent work emphasizes earthquake engineering applications, including fault rupture interactions with tunnels, pile group dynamics under combined loading, and hybrid modeling of scour effects on bridge foundations. His contributions span geotechnical design methodologies, nuclear facility safety, and additive manufacturing for masonry structures. Prof. Anastasopoulos collaborates internationally on projects like the GEOLAB initiative, advancing Europe's geotechnical physical modeling infrastructure. His teaching includes courses on geotechnical design and theoretical soil mechanics, bridging academic research with practical engineering solutions.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
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Dr. Johnson Xuesong Shen is an Associate Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering , University of New South Wales . His work integrates Digital Twins , Building Information Modeling (BIM) , and Construction Automation with a focus on robotics, AI, and LiDAR/UAS technologies. Research Interests: Digital Twins, BIM, Construction Robotics, Emissions Modeling, LiDAR/UAS, Structural Health Monitoring Education: Ph.D. in Construction Engineering and Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University His publications span 2025–2005, emphasizing construction automation , environmental impact reduction , and innovative tunneling solutions . Recent work includes IoT-Bayes fusion for real-time safety monitoring and life cycle analysis of construction waste. Scientific Awards: Vice Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence, UNSW, 2014 Best PhD Student Paper Award, CONVR, UK, 2013 Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Alberta, 2011-2013 Best Paper Award, ASCE Construction Research Congress, 2010 Dr. Shen mentors 9 PhD candidates in areas like 3D object detection , fuel consumption modeling , and UAV-based LiDAR . His grants include $5.98M from the Australian Research Council (2022–2027) for resilient infrastructure systems and projects on modular construction and intelligent tunneling .

• Digital Twins
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Construction Automation
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Dr. Esmaeel Esmaeeli is a Senior Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Brunel University London, serving as Course Director for the MSc in Structural Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable structural retrofitting solutions, safety, and resilience of concrete and masonry structures. Brunel University London (Current: Senior Lecturer) Queen’s University Belfast (Postdoctoral Fellow, Horizon 2020 MSC Fellowship) University of Minho (PhD research on Hybrid Composite Plate) K. N. Toosi University (MSc research on seismic strengthening) His research spans advanced materials like Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composite (SHCC) and Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) for seismic retrofitting, computational modeling of FRP-concrete interfaces, and dynamic response under extreme loads. Recent work includes the SMArtPlate and Hybrid Composite Plate (HCP) systems. Scientific recognition includes the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship and a Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) scholarship. He has advised on structural vulnerability assessments and leads teams in consultancy projects.

• Structural Engineering
• Sustainable Construction
• Composite Materials
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Hua Ge is a Professor in the Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering at Concordia University's Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. She holds a Tier II Concordia University Research Chair in High Performance Building Envelope for Climate Resilient Buildings and leads extensive research in building science and climate adaptation. Her research focuses on wind-driven rain analysis , hygrothermal performance of building envelopes , advanced building facades , innovative wood-frame construction , and low-energy buildings . Current work examines climate change impacts on wind-driven rain loads, urban micro-climate effects, climate-resilient building envelopes, dynamic facades, and low-carbon healthy buildings. Her methodology combines large-scale laboratory testing, field monitoring, and computational modeling. Her 15 most recent publications demonstrate strong trends in nature-based climate resilience solutions , overheating risk mitigation in educational buildings , advanced hygrothermal modeling of wood-frame systems , and carbon sequestration strategies for buildings. The work spans multiple sub-disciplines including computational fluid dynamics, life cycle assessment, stochastic modeling, and field validation studies across Canadian climates. Tier II Concordia University Research Chair (CURC) in High Performance Building Envelope for Climate Resilient Buildings Professional Engineers of Ontario American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers ASHRAE TC4.4 Building materials and building envelope performance (Subcommittee Chair) Professor Ge has supervised 42 graduate students (26 PhD, 16 MASc), including current advisees working on nature-based solutions, climate-resilient envelopes, and building integrated photovoltaics. Her research is supported by Concordia University Research Chair funding and collaborative projects with institutions like BCIT. She directs activities at Concordia's Building Envelope Test Facility and contributes to national standards through ASHRAE.

• Wind-Driven Rain
• Hygrothermal Performance
• Building Envelopes
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Omobolanle Ogunseiju is an Assistant Professor in the School of Building Construction at Georgia Institute of Technology . She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning from the Department of Building Construction at Virginia Tech. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning, Virginia Tech Current Role: Assistant Professor, Georgia Tech School of Building Construction Her research focuses on integrating wearable robotics and Artificial Intelligence (via digital twin , cyber-physical systems , and data sensing ) to improve construction workforce safety, health, and well-being . She explores ethical implications of automation in construction, particularly in human-technological dynamics. Key research trends include: Advancing smart communities through robotics and AI Exoskeleton evaluation for ergonomic risk reduction Mixed reality environments for construction education Data analytics for cognitive and physical risk assessment Professional identity development in construction engineering students Industry-academia alignment for sensing technology integration Scientific awards: Outstanding Doctoral Candidate, Myers-Lawson School of Construction Outstanding Doctoral Student, College of Architecture and Urban Studies at Virginia Tech Teaching philosophy emphasizes experiential learning , engagement techniques , and hierarchical assessments . She developed the Construction Cost Management course at Georgia Tech and will lead Construction Technology courses. Previously, she taught Smart Construction , Building Systems Technology , and Wireless Sensing in Construction Management at Virginia Tech.

• Workforce Development
• Construction Safety
• Artificial Intelligence
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Gaetano Miraglia is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor in the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering (DISEG) at Politecnico di Torino, where he conducts research in structural health monitoring, seismic analysis, and computational modeling. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center R3C – Responsible Risk Resilience Centre, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts in risk mitigation and infrastructure resilience. His work spans both theoretical and applied domains, with strong emphasis on heritage preservation and sustainable urban development. His research interests include Bayesian calibration of nonlinear models, hybrid simulation, peridynamics, masonry structures, and the integration of satellite interferometric (InSAR) data with in-situ measurements for structural monitoring. He applies advanced computational and machine learning techniques to improve the accuracy and reliability of structural assessments, particularly in historical and monumental buildings. His work supports UN Sustainable Development Goals 9, 11, and 13. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on data fusion, digital twinning, domain adaptation, and real-time damage detection. He frequently collaborates with researchers such as Rosario Ceravolo and Erica Lenticchia, publishing in high-impact journals like Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering , Structures , and Scientific Reports , as well as at major conferences including EWSHM, SAHC, and EVACES. His research is applied in projects such as the monitoring of the Vicoforte Sanctuary and the development of the CAMELOT and HY-LEARN toolboxes. Research Projects: MONITORAGGIO VICOFORTE (2024–2026) – Member of Research Group CAMELOT – PoC Transition (2023–2024) – Member of Research Group HY-LEARN – Model Calibration via Hybrid Simulation and ML (2022–2024) – Scientific Manager (PNRR Mission 4) He teaches in various programs, including as a course collaborator in PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s level courses such as Earthquake Engineering , Structural Consolidation , and Seismic Risk of Cultural Heritage . He is also an inventor on national and international patents and software related to the CAMELOT toolbox, highlighting the translational impact of his research. He has no listed scientific awards or formal advisees in the provided text.

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Seismic Analysis
• Bayesian Calibration
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Prof. Muhittin Eren Uçkan is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Rafet Kayış Faculty of Engineering. His work focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and seismic performance of infrastructure systems. Education: MS in Civil Engineering (1987) from Middle East Technical University, PhD in Earthquake Engineering (1994) from Boğaziçi University Key Research Areas: Seismic response of pipelines, soil-structure interaction, base isolation systems, and infrastructure resilience His recent publications analyze post-earthquake performance of transmission pipelines (2024 Kahramanmaras), liquid storage tanks (2023), and buried steel pipes (2016–2019). Studies emphasize fault crossing effects , sloshing damping , and seismic risk frameworks . Administrative roles include Vice Dean at Gebze Institute of High Technology (1998), Head of Department (1995–1998), and Commission Presidency at Alanya Aladdin Keykubat University (2020).

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Pipeline Seismic Response
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