جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Structural Engineering
• Sustainable Architecture
• Building Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Miguel Hernandez Valencia serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Building Structures and Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Seville's School of Architecture. His academic career focuses on structural systems, sustainable architecture, and the rehabilitation of historic buildings with emphasis on ceramic heritage and energy-efficient retrofitting. His research spans Structural engineering for architectural applications Bioclimatic design and sustainable construction Adaptive reuse of industrial heritage sites Ceramic architecture and traditional craftsmanship Urban regeneration through social housing retrofitting Thermal performance optimization in historic buildings Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on energy-efficient solutions for Southern European residential neighborhoods, with significant contributions to Solar Decathlon projects and the rehabilitation of Triana's ceramic heritage sites. His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementation in architectural education. Hernandez Valencia leads the TRAnSHUMANCIAS research group focusing on habitat, health, heritage, technology and art. He has directed multiple EU-funded projects including Solar Decathlon competitions and structural analysis of historic buildings like the Real Fábrica de Artillería de Sevilla. His teaching portfolio includes advanced structural engineering courses and architectural design studios.

Aretakis Nikolaosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gas Turbine Performance Modeling
• Fault Diagnosis in Turbomachines
• Vibration Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aretakis Nikolaos is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), affiliated with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the Section of Fluids. His research focuses on engine monitoring, fault diagnosis for turbomachines, and performance modeling of gas and steam turbines, with applications in aerospace, marine, and power generation systems. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2000), NTUA BSc in Mechanical Engineering (1994), NTUA His expertise spans experimental techniques in turbomachines, vibration analysis, and techno-economic power plant assessments. Recent research trends include machine learning integration for turbofan diagnostics, alternative fuel modeling, and multi-disciplinary aero-engine design optimization. Scientific Awards: 2012 Best Paper Award, Cycle Innovations Committee of IGTI/ASME 2002 Best Paper Award, Controls and Diagnostics Committee of IGTI/ASME At NTUA, he teaches undergraduate courses on jet propulsion and gas turbine diagnostics, and postgraduate courses on thermal machines. He serves as Deputy Representative in the Library Senate Committee and coordinates Erasmus programs for international students.

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Timber Structures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ivan Giongo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Trento, Italy. Active since 2022, his academic career spans roles as a researcher (2016–2022) and teaching support (2010–2016). He specializes in structural engineering with a focus on timber, composite, and earthquake-resistant construction techniques. PhD in Civil, Mechanical and Structural Systems Engineering (2013, University of Trento) Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (2009, University of Trento) Research Interests: His work centers on timber structure engineering, numerical modeling, seismic vulnerability assessment, and retrofitting of existing buildings. Key areas include hybrid wooden systems, resistance characterization of timber joints, and modernization of masonry structures. Scientific Contributions: Ivan actively contributes to standardization committees for Eurocode 5 and Eurocode 8, focusing on timber and seismic design. He participates in international conferences like SHATIS and the Forum Internazionale dell’Edilizia in Legno. Awards: Outstanding Paper Award (2023, The Masonry Society) Otto Goglau Award (2015, New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering)

Lambros Koutasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Reinforced Concrete Structures
• Composite Materials Reinforcement
• Seismic Design of Structures
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lambros Koutas serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Thessaly, where he is a core member of the Laboratory of Reinforced Concrete Technology and Constructions within the Structural Engineering Department. Appointed as Assistant Professor in 2018, he achieved permanent status in 2022 and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2024. His educational background includes a Diploma in Civil Engineering (2008), Postgraduate Diploma in Seismic Design of Structures (2010), and PhD in Civil Engineering (2015), all from the University of Patras. Prior to his current role, he completed 3.5 years of postdoctoral research at the University of Nottingham and University of Sheffield. Research focuses on experimental behavior of concrete structures, seismic retrofitting using composite materials, and structural modeling. He directs Horizon 2020 research programs and contributes to international standards through fib Task Group 5.1 (FRP Reinforcement) and RILEM MCC Technical Committee (Textile Reinforced Concrete). With over 50 publications in international journals and conferences, his work emphasizes practical applications in earthquake-prone infrastructure. He serves on the editorial board of ASCE's Journal of Composites for Construction and has reviewed 270+ articles across 32 journals. Undergraduate Courses: Evaluation and Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Structures, Reinforced Concrete I, Reinforced Concrete II Postgraduate Courses: Pre-earthquake and post-earthquake interventions in existing structures His laboratory supports experimental testing of concrete, steel, and composite structural systems, advancing both educational and industrial research in structural resilience.

Enzo Martinelliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composite Steel-Concrete Structures
• Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Retrofitting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Enzo Martinelli is a Full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Salerno, Italy. His expertise spans composite steel-concrete structures, earthquake engineering, and innovative structural reinforcement techniques. Professor Martinelli's primary research interests include: Development of calculation algorithms for composite steel-concrete structures with semi-rigid connections Evaluation of partial beam-slab interaction effects on structural response Seismic response analysis of existing reinforced concrete buildings Rational strategies for seismic retrofitting of reinforced concrete structures Study of bond behavior between FRP sheets and concrete/masonry substrates Theoretical-experimental analysis of FRP-confined structural elements He teaches "Tecnica delle Costruzioni" (Reinforced Concrete and elements of Metallic Constructions) for undergraduate and graduate students in Civil Engineering. His research bridges theoretical developments with practical engineering applications, focusing on enhancing structural safety and performance through innovative materials and methodologies. Professor Martinelli maintains regular office hours for student consultations: Wednesday 10:00-12:00 at Structures Laboratory Thursday 10:00-12:00 at Structures Laboratory

• Structural Engineering
• Concrete Technology
• Seismic Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amir Akhaveissy is a Visiting Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on structural engineering with emphasis on the behavior and design of concrete and masonry structures under extreme loading conditions including seismic events and fire exposure. His primary research interests include: Experimental and computational analysis of fracture mechanics in concrete structures Seismic design methodologies for reinforced concrete and hybrid structural systems Performance assessment and retrofitting techniques for fire-damaged structures Advanced numerical modeling of masonry-infilled frames and structural components Development of displacement-based design approaches for earthquake-resistant structures Dr. Akhaveissy's recent publications (2013-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on structural resilience, featuring experimental investigations of concrete fracture parameters, seismic reliability analysis of braced frames, fire performance evaluations, and meso-scale computational modeling. His work frequently appears in leading structural engineering journals including Structures , Construction and Building Materials , and Engineering Fracture Mechanics . No information is currently available regarding research grants, supervised students, or laboratory affiliations.

Katharina Reindlمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Energy Systems
• Socio-Technical Systems
• Sustainable Built Environment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Katharina Reindl is a Lecturer and interdisciplinary energy researcher at the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) , Lund University. Her work focuses on socio-technical energy systems, bridging the gap between people, renewable technologies, and urban sustainability. She has contributed to projects on energy communities, smart grid development, and building efficiency, with collaborations across academia, consultants, and local authorities. Key Roles : Lecturer, Researcher, Project Manager Current Projects : NEWCOMERS (EU-funded), Property Owners as Prosumers (Energy Agency Skåne) Her research emphasizes qualitative methods (interviews, case studies) and theoretical frameworks like social practice theory and middle-out perspective. She teaches in international programs such as the Erasmus Mundus MESPOM and Environmental Policy and Management at IIIEE. Recent publications explore energy efficiency in renovations, solar power adoption, and smart grid narratives. Her projects highlight the role of intermediaries in energy transitions and the socio-cultural dimensions of heating practices.

Mary Beth Huesteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Bridge Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mary Beth Hueste serves as a Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University, holding the Truman R. Jones, Jr. '43 Professorship. Her office is located in DLEB 705H with contact details: email mhueste@tamu.edu and phone 979-845-1940. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (1997) Research expertise spans structural engineering with critical focus on seismic safety: earthquake-resistant design of reinforced concrete structures, structural rehabilitation and seismic retrofitting techniques, performance-based seismic design methodologies, probabilistic assessment of structural performance under extreme loads, and specialized design/evaluation of prestressed concrete bridge systems. Her work integrates theoretical rigor with practical infrastructure applications to enhance resilience against seismic events. Scientific awards were not specified in the provided text. Details regarding graduate student advising, research grants, or sponsored projects are absent from the current documentation.

Anne Lemnitzerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Earthquake Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anne Lemnitzer is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Irvine in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. She has held academic positions including Assistant Professor at California State University, Fullerton (2009-2011) and Visiting Professor at the University of Chile, Santiago (2011). Her educational background spans structural engineering at HTWK Leipzig, M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering at California State University Long Beach, and Ph.D. in Structural and Earthquake Engineering at UCLA. Research Interests : Soil-structure interaction under seismic loading Deep foundation system performance Seismic response of underground and embankment systems Innovative sensor instrumentation for geotechnical studies High-performance materials in foundation design Post-disaster flood geotechnical reconnaissance Recent Research Trends from 2017-2025 show consistent focus on: Seismic soil pressures and kinematic loading analysis Rock-socketed pile behavior under lateral loading Flood impact assessment using multispectral imaging Centrifuge and large-scale testing methodologies Development of Next Generation p-y curves for foundation design Post-cyclic settlement behavior in organic soils Scientific Honors : ASCE Middlebrooks Award (2022) for levee settlement studies NSF CAREER Award (2018) for foundation research DFI Presidents Award (2017) ASCE-GI Technical Committee of the Year Award (2017) University of California Hellmann Fellowship (2014) DFI Young Professor Research Paper Awards (2010, 2011) Academic Leadership : Editor-in-Chief, Deep Foundations Journal Associate Editor, ASCE Journal of Geotechnical and Geo-environmental Engineering Chair, ASCE Earth Retaining Structures Committee Conference leadership roles (EERI 2018, DFI 2018) Student Mentorship : Mentored students securing prestigious fellowships (Samueli Fellowship, EERI-FEMA Fellowship) Advised award-winning research (DFI Student Paper Award 2020) Supervised 15+ graduate students in geotechnical and earthquake engineering Her work integrates experimental testing (centrifuge, shake table), numerical modeling, and field reconnaissance across seismic and flood hazard domains.

Ricardo Resendeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Construction
• Building Information Modeling
• Digital Transformation in Construction
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ricardo Resende serves as Assistant Professor and Deputy Director of the Department of Architecture and Urbanism at ISTAR-IUL (Institute of Social Sciences, Technology and Law Research), where he also coordinates the Science Area of Architectural Technology. As an Integrated Researcher at ISTAR-IUL, he leads the Digital Living Spaces research group, focusing on sustainable construction methodologies and digital transformation within the construction industry. His educational background includes a Civil Engineering degree (2000), Master's in Structural Engineering (2003), and PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Porto (2010). This strong technical foundation supports his research in Building Information Modeling (BIM), photogrammetry, sensorialization, and virtual/augmented reality applications in construction. Resende's research interests center around sustainable construction practices with emphasis on digital transformation of the construction industry. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, particularly in BIM-LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) integration, embodied carbon assessment, and smart building technologies. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on environmental sustainability metrics within digital construction frameworks, with growing attention to circular economy principles in building design and renovation. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear research trajectory focused on integrating digital tools with sustainability metrics in construction. His work spans from fundamental BIM applications to advanced integrations with IoT sensor networks, VR/AR technologies, and life cycle assessment methodologies. A notable trend is the increasing sophistication of his research from basic BIM implementation to complex systems integrating environmental impact assessment with digital construction workflows. As coordinator of the Digital Living Spaces research group at ISTAR-IUL, Resende leads initiatives focused on applying digital technologies to create more sustainable built environments. His work connects architectural design with construction processes through advanced digital tools, creating bridges between theoretical research and practical industry applications in sustainable construction.

Yazen Khasawnehمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wind Energy
• Soil Modeling
• Computational Geotechnics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yazen Khasawneh serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, with his office located in 169 Fitzpatrick Hall of Engineering, Notre Dame, Indiana. He can be contacted via phone at 574-631-6245 or email at ykhasawn@nd.edu. His academic qualifications include: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Purdue University M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology Prof. Khasawneh possesses extensive industrial experience in the design, construction, and retrofit of onshore wind turbine foundations, underground structures, deep foundations, geodesigns, slope stabilization, and high-rise building foundations. His research expertise centers on computational geotechnics, soil-structure interaction, structural and soil response to dynamic loading, constitutive modeling, forensic engineering, and multi-scale geotechnical testing and instrumentation. Notably, he developed a method to estimate rotational stiffness of existing wind turbine foundations using accelerometer frequency signatures from turbine hubs and is currently investigating dynamic wind turbine tower responses and deep machine learning applications for soil constitutive modeling from instrumentation data. He maintains active professional standing as a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Michigan, bridging industrial practice with academic research in geotechnical engineering.

Iveta Amoliņaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Real estate industry
• Residential housing management system
• Sustainable development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Iveta Amoliņa is a Researcher at Riga Technical University (RTU), specifically within the Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management and the Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship. With over 15 years of experience in the residential property management industry and international project management, she contributes significantly to the academic community through research and teaching. Dr. Amoliņa earned her PhD in Economics and Entrepreneurship in 2022 and a Master's degree in Management Studies in 2002. Her academic journey has been complemented by extensive practical experience in the real estate sector. PhD in Economics and Entrepreneurship (2022) Master's degree in Management Studies (2002) Her research interests span across real estate industry dynamics, residential housing management systems, sustainable development, environmental management of buildings and engineering structures, energy efficiency, alternative energy sources, environmentally friendly construction practices, decision-making processes, housing policy, and economic development. Dr. Amoliņa has made substantial contributions to sustainable housing management, particularly in the Latvian context, with a strong focus on multi-apartment residential buildings and energy efficiency improvements. Analysis of Dr. Amoliņa's recent publications reveals a clear focus on sustainable housing management, energy efficiency in residential buildings, and decision-making in real estate. Her work consistently addresses practical challenges in the Latvian housing sector while contributing to broader sustainable development goals. The publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining economics, engineering, and environmental science to tackle housing management challenges. As an educator, Dr. Amoliņa has been teaching since 2008, covering subjects including Real Estate Management and Administration, Legal Regulation of Real Estate and Movable Property, Project Management, Project Management Strategies, and Commercial Calculations. She has managed and supervised 12 multi-apartment residential building projects from 2017 to 2023, demonstrating strong practical application of her academic expertise. Dr. Amoliņa has participated in numerous research projects, including Skills4Deca (2023-2024) on housing decarbonization, TRANS4ECO on sustainable last-mile distribution services, and various European Climate Initiative and European Social Fund projects related to housing management and energy efficiency. Her project involvement demonstrates a strong connection between academic research and practical implementation in the housing sector.

Farhad Sadeghinekoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Semantic Web Technologies
• Urban Thermal Comfort
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Farhad Sadeghineko is a Lecturer in the Department of Construction and Surveying at Glasgow Caledonian University. His research focuses on Building Information Modeling (BIM), semantic web technologies, and sustainable construction practices. Doctoral Thesis: A Framework for the Development of Semantically Enriched 3D Retrofit Models for Existing Assets (2021) Sadeghineko’s work explores digital transformation in construction, including IoT for urban thermal comfort, wearable technology in construction safety, and regulatory compliance automation. Recent publications highlight collaborations in the UK and Nigeria. His research trends include leveraging 3D laser scanning for BIM, using recycled materials to reduce construction carbon footprints, and natural language processing for compliance checking. Key subfields span smart cities, climate modeling, and data integration. He was a co-investigator in the BSD Digital Programme (2023-2023), focusing on digital transformation and building standards in Scotland.

Brandon Mokمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Low-Carbon Construction
• Sustainable Building Design
• Thermal Comfort Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brandon Mok is a Doctoral Researcher at Loughborough University specializing in low-carbon glazing techniques, particularly water-filled glass systems. His research focuses on sustainable building envelopes, thermal comfort analysis, and lifecycle assessment of advanced glazing materials. He holds an MEng in Civil Engineering from Loughborough University and has conducted undergraduate research in related fields. His research interests include optimizing the structural and thermal properties of Insulated Glass Units (IGUs), evaluating carbon footprints of building retrofits, and advancing energy-efficient glazing technologies. He is affiliated with the Building Energy and Structures & Materials research groups at Loughborough. Recent publications emphasize global carbon viability of glass technologies, thermal performance of building envelopes, and lifecycle assessments of water-filled glass systems. His work bridges material science, architectural design, and environmental sustainability to address climate challenges in the built environment.

Mohamed Shaheenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Structural Fire Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Steel Structures
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mohamed Shaheen is a Lecturer in Structural Engineering at Loughborough University's School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering. His research focuses on structural performance under extreme conditions, particularly fire and earthquake engineering scenarios involving steel and composite structures. Recent publications (2017-2023) investigate connection robustness, bolt failure mechanisms, and retrofitting techniques for steel structures. Work demonstrates consistent focus on numerical simulation of structural components under thermal and seismic loads. Key innovations include bolt sleeve devices for enhanced fire resistance, CFRP reinforcement methods, and analytical models for connection behavior. Research outputs emphasize practical solutions for structural safety, with applications in progressive collapse prevention, seismic performance improvement, and high-temperature structural behavior.