Muhammad M. Sherif

Dr. Muhammad M. Sherif is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), part of the School of Engineering. He joined UAB in Fall 2019 after completing his Ph.D. at the University of Virginia and M.S. at Carnegie Mellon University, both in structural engineering. His research focuses on smart materials, structural systems, and machine learning applications in civil infrastructure. He is particularly interested in additive manufacturing for construction and the development of innovative materials like engineered cementitious composites.

Education:

• B.S., United Arab Emirates University
• M.S., Carnegie Mellon University
• Ph.D., University of Virginia

Research Interests: Dr. Sherif’s work spans material characterization, machine learning models for structural analysis, and the integration of advanced materials into infrastructure systems. He explores topics like crack detection using UAVs, superelastic shape memory alloys, and multi-objective optimization in welding processes. His Advanced Materials and Smart Infrastructure Systems (AMSIS) lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to solving civil engineering challenges.

Publications: His recent work includes studies on UAV-based pavement crack detection, machine learning for concrete strength prediction, and optimization of tube-to-tubesheet joints. These reflect trends toward AI-driven solutions and sustainable material innovations.

Advising: He actively mentors students in multidisciplinary research projects, emphasizing self-motivation and innovation. His lab collaborates on topics like composite materials, structural health monitoring, and infrastructure resilience.

Labs/Teams: His AMSIS lab at UAB focuses on advancing smart materials and infrastructure systems through cutting-edge research and collaboration.