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Bahman Ghiassiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Construction Materials
• Masonry Engineering
• Durability of Structures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Bahman Ghiassi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Birmingham's School of Engineering. His research focuses on innovative construction materials, including masonry, cementitious composites, and repair techniques, with an emphasis on durability, resilience, and computational modeling. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering (2013), MSc in Structural Engineering/Earthquake Engineering (2009), and BSc in Civil Engineering (2006). His professional qualifications include Chartered Engineer (2021) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2021). Research interests include computational modeling of materials, masonry response to hazards, low-carbon materials, and non-destructive testing. He has organized the 2024 International Brick and Block Masonry Conference and serves on editorial boards for journals like ICE Journal of Construction Materials and Frontiers in Materials . Key contributions include studies on sustainable HPC, FRP strengthening systems, and masonry durability under extreme conditions. Dr Ghiassi's recent publications (2024-2025) highlight advancements in material science, structural analysis, and sustainability. Awards include recognition from professional bodies for his contributions to structural engineering and higher education. His work bridges experimental testing and computational methods to address challenges in historical and modern construction materials.

Mohammad Reza Salamiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Performance-based earthquake engineering
• Structural health monitoring
• Risk assessment of aging reinforced concrete structures
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Reza Salami is an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at the University of Birmingham's School of Engineering, affiliated with the FutureStructures Research Group. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Bristol (2017) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2020). His research focuses on experimental and computational modeling of structures, particularly dynamic performance of reinforced concrete and timber structures, post-earthquake aftershock effects, and structural health monitoring. He also contributes to engineering education research emphasizing equality, diversity, and inclusion. Previously, he worked on the Suramadu Bridge project at the University of Warwick and served as course leader for the MSc in Civil Engineering at Birmingham City University. Teaching responsibilities include Advanced Structures and Design (MSc), Forensic Engineering (MSc), and Structural Engineering II (Undergraduate). He supervises MSc and PhD students and welcomes applications in his research areas.

Abhijit Gosaviمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Operations Research
• Machine Learning
• Supply Chain Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Abhijit Gosavi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Management & Systems Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on simulation-based optimization, Markov Decision Processes, and reinforcement learning, with applications in disaster response, maintenance scheduling, and supply chain management. He has been funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), Department of Defense, and industry partners. Dr. Gosavi teaches courses on discrete-event simulation, MDPs, product management, and facilities design. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from University of South Florida (1999), M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Madras (1995), and B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Jadavpur University (1992). His research interests span machine learning, data analytics, and systems engineering. Key research contributions include developing simulation-based models for post-earthquake response strategies, digital twins for production line maintenance, and reinforcement learning algorithms for inventory control. His work has been published in journals like Natural Hazards Review , Annals of Operations Research , and International Journal of Production Economics . Funding highlights include an NSF grant for reducing pollution through AI-driven maintenance strategies. He collaborates with researchers in disaster management, cyber-physical systems, and healthcare policy analysis. Labs/Teams: Investigator at the Intelligent Systems Center, focusing on advanced computational methods for systems engineering and optimization.

• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Hazard
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mauro Aimar is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor in the Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. He is affiliated with the College of Civil and Building Engineering and serves as an invited member of the College of Environmental and Land Engineering. His academic and research activities focus on geotechnical earthquake engineering, seismic hazard, soil-structure interaction, and structural health monitoring. His research interests include: Seismic response and site characterization Scour of foundations and bridge piers Modal analysis and damping ratio estimation Numerical modeling of unsaturated soils Experimental testing in civil engineering Aimar's recent publications (2023–2025) center on seismic performance of bridges under scour, advanced site characterization using surface waves, and numerical modeling of soil-structure systems. His work combines experimental, numerical, and field-based approaches to assess infrastructure resilience. Key themes include Rayleigh wave analysis, MASW testing, FEM modeling of infiltration, and dynamic monitoring of bridge piers. He supervises PhD student Marlio Molina Manrique in the Civil and Environmental Engineering program. His teaching contributions span multiple degree levels, including courses on Soil-Structure Interaction, Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, Seismic Risk, and InfraBIM. He has no listed scientific awards in the provided sources. Mauro Aimar actively contributes to research projects involving testing and measurement in civil engineering, with a focus on seismic resilience and infrastructure safety. He collaborates with Prof. Sebastiano Foti and other researchers in geotechnical and earthquake engineering.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raffaele Tarantini is a PhD candidate in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin, currently in his 38th cycle (2022-2025). He serves as an External Collaborator at the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering (DISEG) and works as an External Lecturer for Internationalization, Cooperation, Alliances and Mobility (INCAM). His research spans earthquake engineering, structural analysis, and civil engineering with a particular focus on seismic vulnerability assessment, structural health monitoring, and the application of innovative technologies for building assessment. Tarantini's work integrates satellite data (InSAR) with in situ measurements to evaluate structural integrity and safety. Tarantini's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on seismic vulnerability assessment of historical and masonry structures, dynamic characterization of buildings, and the application of innovative technologies like 3D printing and drone-based monitoring in structural engineering. His work shows an interdisciplinary approach combining civil engineering principles with advanced sensing technologies. Award for outstanding performance in the Case Study Assignment and Pitch as part of the Unite! Research School - Blended Intensive Program 2024 Tarantini has participated in the organizing committees for significant conferences including ICONREM 2024 and the XIX ANIDIS & XVII ASSISi CONFERENCES (2022). As an educator, he has served as a course collaborator for Construction Workshop F (Building Science module) in the 2024/25 academic year and Building Construction Studio B (Structural Mechanics Module) in the 2023/24 academic year, both within the Architecture program. His research lines include seismic vulnerability analysis of existing structures, fusion of satellite data and in situ measurements, structural monitoring of buildings and heritage sites, and damage assessment using innovative sensors and drones.

Mauro Corradoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil and Structural Engineering
• Composite Material Design
• Computational Mechanics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mauro Corrado is a Full Professor at the Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG), Politecnico di Torino, Italy. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center SISCON – Safety of Infrastructures and Constructions and leads the GLASS T&AM research group focused on glass structures and advanced materials. His academic career includes a Marie Curie Intra-European Fellowship at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland (2014–2016). University: Politecnico di Torino Department: Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG) Academic Rank: Professor Email: mauro.corrado@polito.it His research interests include civil and structural engineering, composite material design and testing, computational mechanics, fracture mechanics, reinforced concrete, structural glass, and structural health monitoring. He applies multi-scale and multi-physics modeling to study failure mechanisms in concrete, composites, and photovoltaic modules. His work integrates experimental validation with advanced numerical simulations using cohesive zone models, phase field methods, and XFEM. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in structural glass, dynamic fracture, acoustic monitoring of concrete structures, and multi-scale modeling of material degradation. Key themes include the development of functional coatings for glass, computational modeling of fracture in heterogeneous materials, and structural health monitoring using acoustic event detection in prestressed concrete bridges. Scientific awards include: Marie Curie Intra-European Fellowship for Career Development (FP7-PEOPLE-2013-IEF) Fellow at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (2014–2016) He has supervised several PhD students including Vida Bagherpour Aliabadi, Diogo Manuel Goncalves Dias, and Arturo Chao Correas. He has led research projects funded by PNRR, corporate partners, and competitive grants. His teaching includes Structural Glass Technology, Advanced Structural Mechanics, and Computational Mechanics. He is also involved in PhD programs at Politecnico di Torino and Università degli Studi di Catania. He is a member of the editorial boards of the International Journal of Structural Glass and Advanced Materials Research and Fracture and Structural Integrity, and actively collaborates with institutions such as TU Delft, EPFL, and IMT Lucca.

Andrea Rapisardaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complex Systems
• Statistical Mechanics
• Deterministic Chaos
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Andrea Rapisarda is a Full Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Catania, Italy, affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy "Ettore Majorana" and INFN Catania. He is the coordinator of the PhD program in Complex Systems for Physical, Socio-economic and Life Sciences and serves as co-director of the International School on Complexity at the Ettore Majorana Foundation in Erice. Additionally, he is an External Faculty member at the Complexity Science Hub Vienna, reflecting his international academic engagement. His research spans Complex Systems, Statistical Mechanics, Deterministic Chaos, Nonlinear Dynamics, Complex Networks, and Agent-Based Models , with a strong emphasis on applications to socio-economic systems. He investigates the role of randomness, luck, and inefficiencies in hierarchical organizations, drawing from interdisciplinary methods in physics and computational modeling. His work has demonstrated how random strategies can outperform merit-based ones in organizational efficiency and democratic design. The 15 most recent publications highlight a consistent focus on modeling randomness in success, inequality, and decision-making across domains such as sports, economics, politics, and public health. His work integrates agent-based simulations, network analysis, and statistical physics to understand complex phenomena, often with policy-relevant implications. Ig Nobel Prize for Management (2010) Ig Nobel Prize for Economics (2022) Rapisarda is an active advisor and researcher, though specific student names are not listed in the provided texts. He has contributed to numerous editorial boards, including Physica A, Entropy, Frontiers in Physics (Social Physics) , and Complexity . He has also been involved in public outreach, policy discussions on democratic reform via sortition, and science communication through media interviews and public lectures. He leads research projects on improving organizational and societal systems using insights from complexity science.

Muhammed Alperen Özdemirمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Analysis
• Historical Structures Preservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Asst. Prof. Dr. Muhammed Alperen Özdemir is a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at Iğdır Üniversitesi, specializing in structural analysis and historical preservation. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Atatürk Üniversitesi (2015–2019), an MSc from Anadolu Üniversitesi (2010–2012), and dual bachelor’s degrees in Civil Engineering (2003–2006) and Public Administration (2003–2013). His research focuses on seismic vulnerability assessment of historical structures, material science, and image processing for structural evaluation. Key research interests include: Structural analysis of historical bridges and buildings Seismic resilience of unreinforced masonry Non-destructive testing techniques for heritage structures Code compliance in reinforced concrete design His recent work includes case studies on the Ali Fuat Pasha Bridge (Sakarya), Cafer Pasha Dârülkurrâ, and Pergamon’s Red Basilica. He has also contributed to projects assessing foundation costs and seismic retrofitting strategies for vocational schools. Prof. Özdemir teaches courses in Statics, Dynamics, and Structural Mechanics. He has supervised one Master’s thesis and led research projects funded by Turkish Higher Education institutions.

Sabit OYMAELمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Construction Materials Science
• Concrete Technology
• Structural Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sabit OYMAEL is a faculty member at the Faculty of Architecture, specializing in construction materials science, structural engineering, and seismic risk assessment. His research focuses on concrete technology, sustainable urban development, and disaster-resistant construction methods. He has conducted extensive studies on pozzolan additives for cement, freeze-thaw resistance in concrete, and seismic safety of public buildings, particularly in Edirne, Turkey. Key research themes include material durability analysis under environmental factors, polymer-coated lightweight concretes, and fire safety strategies for high-rise structures. His work bridges theoretical material science with practical construction applications, emphasizing sustainable practices and risk mitigation in urban environments. Over 25 years of academic contributions include over 30 peer-reviewed publications, with a focus on advancing material science for resilient construction systems. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Hakan Yalçinerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Civil Engineering
• Performance of Constructed Facilities
• Earthquake Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Hakan Yalçiner is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University. He specializes in earthquake engineering, corrosion protection, and structural performance of reinforced concrete structures. His research focuses on corrosion effects, seismic performance, and strengthening techniques for buildings. He has authored over 85 publications and supervised 13 theses. Education: B.Sc. (2005, European University of Lefke), M.Sc. (2007, European University of Lefke), Ph.D. (2012, Eastern Mediterranean University). Postgraduate studies at McMaster University (2009-2010). Research interests include corrosion modeling, seismic resilience, and repair technologies for concrete structures. Notable awards include the Elsevier Top Downloaded Paper Award (2012) and the Erzincan Innovation Award (2022). He serves as a reviewer for journals like Engineering Structures and is a member of ACI Committees on Corrosion Studies. Key projects include developing empirical models for corroded RC structures and assessing seismic performance post-earthquakes. His work bridges experimental research with practical applications in construction and disaster management.

Carlos Venturaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carlos Ventura is a Professor of Structural & Earthquake Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), serving as Director of the Earthquake Engineering Research Facility (EERF). With over 30 years of experience, his research focuses on structural dynamics, seismic retrofit of buildings, and infrastructure resilience. He has published over 400 papers and led projects for seismic safety guidelines in schools and bridges. Research Interests: Earthquake engineering Structural vibration testing Performance-based design Regional seismic risk assessment Structural health monitoring Awards: Lieutenant Governor’s Award of Excellence (2013) Fellow, Canadian Academy of Engineering (2010) Champions of Earthquake Resilience Award (2015) Multiple best paper awards in international journals Labs & Projects: Director of UBC Earthquake Engineering Research Facility (EERF) Lead researcher in BC School Seismic Retrofit Program Principal investigator in structural health monitoring networks Contributions to bridge and dam safety evaluations

• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Design
• Concrete Structures
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Perry Adebar is a Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Applied Science. He specializes in seismic design and evaluation of high-rise concrete shear wall buildings. Dr. Adebar chairs the technical committee for the Canadian Standard CSA A23.3 on Design of Concrete Structures and leads the Seismic Design Subcommittee (Clause 21). He has served on key national committees, including the National Model Code Committee (NMCC-SD) for seismic design provisions in the National Building Code of Canada, and previously chaired the National Standing Committee on Earthquake Design (SC-ED) from 2019 to 2024. He is a member of Canada Task Force 1 (TF-1) Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR) Team and serves on the Board of Directors of the Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC). His research focuses on concrete structures, seismic design innovations, and resilient building systems, with over 50 publications in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Adebar has held administrative roles as Head of UBC Civil Engineering (2014–2019) and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science (1999–2008). He has received notable awards, including the APEGBC Teaching Award (2015), UBC Killam Teaching Prize (2013), Meritorious Achievement Award (2004), and ACI Structural Research Award (1998). His consulting work includes evaluations and repairs of concrete structures globally, with a focus on post-earthquake resilience. His teaching includes courses such as CIVL 430 (Design of Concrete Structures) and CIVL 513 (Concrete Structures). His research emphasizes seismic performance of high-rise buildings, including shear wall behavior, diaphragm flexibility, and code-compliant design. Recent work addresses innovative approaches to earthquake-resilient structures, non-linear foundation rotation, and higher-mode shear force analysis in Canadian standards. He actively contributes to advancing seismic design practices through committee work and academic publications.

Ferdi DOĞANمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ferdi Doğan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Adıyaman University. He holds a PhD in Software Engineering (2021, Fırat University), an MSc in Computer Systems (2012, Sakarya University), and a BSc in Computer Systems (2002, Selçuk University). His research focuses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, image processing, and cybersecurity. He has led TÜBİTAK projects on AI-driven solar panel defect detection, SCADA system security, and post-earthquake psychological analysis using AI. He is a member of IEEE and ACM, and has presented at over 10 international conferences. Professional Experience: Joined Adıyaman University as a Lecturer in 2007, became Department Head (2011-2019), and is currently Director of the Research and Application Center. He advises graduate theses and consults on TÜBİTAK projects. His applied research includes AI in agriculture, solar energy, and SCADA security algorithms. Teaching: Courses include Artificial Neural Networks, Internet Programming, and Software Engineering. He has taught at both undergraduate and graduate levels since 2002, with over 50 recorded courses in programming, algorithms, and web design. Awards: No specific awards listed but has secured TÜBİTAK grants and participated in international projects. His work has been cited over 12 times in peer-reviewed journals.

Stefania Sicaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Response Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefania Sica is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering, University of Sannio. Her research focuses on geotechnical engineering and earthquake response analysis, with extensive work on earth dams, pile-soil interaction, and seismic vulnerability of historical structures. University of Sannio, Department of Engineering ICAR/07 - Geotechnics Key research interests include: Seismic response modeling of earth dams and infrastructure Kinematic soil-structure interaction phenomena Application of advanced monitoring techniques (DInSAR, ERT, GPR) Assessment of seismic risk in urban and historical contexts Recent publications highlight collaborations with researchers like Pagano, de Silva, and Ceroni, focusing on soil-pile interaction procedures and seismic risk frameworks. Notable works include: 2024: Refined methodology for soil-pile kinematic interaction analysis 2023: Seismic risk assessment for Benevento city 2020: DInSAR monitoring of dams using Sentinel-1 imagery 2017: 3D dynamic modeling of Naples' Carmine Bell Tower 2012: Nonlinear FE analysis of masonry building seismic vulnerability

• Sustainable Materials
• Seismic Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Konstantinos Poutos serves as Head of the Department of Civil Engineering, Construction Management, and Surveying at Kingston University's Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment. He additionally holds the strategic role of Faculty Coordinator for the National Student Survey (NSS) and Student Experience, driving initiatives that enhance academic quality and student satisfaction across engineering programs. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Civil Engineering Masters in Business Administration (MBA) MSc in Civil Engineering with Earthquake Engineering Dipl.-Ing. Civil Engineering (University of Patras, Distinction) BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering PgCe in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education Dr. Poutos' research spans sustainable construction materials and seismic engineering, with particular emphasis on recycled glass aggregates in concrete systems and structural dynamics under earthquake loads. His innovative work employs Finite Element Analysis to optimize mechanical properties and structural resilience, directly addressing industry challenges in eco-friendly construction and disaster-resistant infrastructure. This research portfolio bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in water infrastructure and building systems. His publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from foundational materials research (2007-2013) on recycled glass concrete to current seismic engineering innovations (2023-2025), complemented by educational scholarship on STEM student engagement. Recent work focuses on hybrid shear walls and slit-configuration water tanks, demonstrating sustained relevance in structural resilience. Professional recognition includes: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Through leadership roles as School Director of Learning and Teaching and Associate Dean (Faculty Director L&T), he implements evidence-based improvements in curriculum design and quality assurance. His strategic integration of NSS data drives targeted enhancements in student retention and academic success, while his teaching portfolio spans MSc Structural Design and BEng Civil Engineering programs. Dr. Poutos cultivates a research-active departmental culture that prioritizes interdisciplinary collaboration between structural engineers, materials scientists, and construction management specialists, fostering innovation in sustainable infrastructure solutions.