Mahmood Dheyaaldin | Civil Engineering | Best Paper Award

Dr. Mahmood Dheyaaldin | Civil Engineering | Best Paper Award

.Material, Cihan University-Erbil, Iraq

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Short Biography

Dr. Mahmood Hunar Dheyaaldin is a skilled civil engineer and senior lecturer specializing in sustainable materials of construction. With extensive expertise in the construction, oil, and gas industries, he has made significant contributions to project management and construction material research. His work spans teaching, research, and onsite engineering, reflecting a commitment to innovation and quality assurance. Currently, he is a researcher and lecturer, actively involved in advancing knowledge in civil engineering.

Education ๐ŸŽ“

  • Ph.D. in Sustainable Materials of Construction (2022) โ€“ Cyprus International University, Nicosia
  • M.Sc. in Mechanical Structure (2017) โ€“ Gaziantep University, Turkey
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015) โ€“ Ishik University, Iraq

Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

Dr. Mahmood has diverse experience in academia and the civil engineering industry, particularly in quality control, sustainable construction, and project management. Notable positions include:

  • Lecturer and Researcher at Koya University (Feb 2024 โ€“ Jun 2024)
  • Civil Engineer at Kurdistan Pipeline Company (KPC) (2023)
  • QA/QC Civil Inspector at Double Kay Contracting (2024)
  • Assistant Lecturer at Tishk International University (2021 โ€“ 2022)

He has also worked on major projects involving oil pipelines, construction of security facilities, and advanced geopolymer concrete research.

Research Interests ๐Ÿ”ฌ

His research focuses on sustainable construction materials, geopolymer technology, and civil engineering innovations. Specifically, he is interested in:

  • Geopolymer concrete
  • Alkali-activated materials
  • Chemical resistance in construction
  • Eco-friendly construction methods
    He collaborates with multiple international researchers to further advance these areas.

Publications Top Notes ๐Ÿ“š

Dr. Mahmood has numerous publications in high-impact journals, contributing to the field of civil engineering. A selection of his works includes:

Effect of Stiffeners on Structural Behavior of Steel Liquid Tanks (International Journal of Energy and Engineering Sciences, 2019)

Numerical Investigation of Structural Behavior of Fiber Reinforced Polymer-Filled Sandwich Panels (International Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology, 2019)

Performance of Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Mortar with/without Nano-Silica and Nano-Alumina (Sustainability, MDPI, 2022)

Shrinkage Behaviors and Mechanical Properties of Alkali Activator Mortar (Ceramics International, Elsevier, 2022)

Preparation and Characterization of Novel Prepacked Aggregate Geopolymer (Powder Technology, Elsevier, 2022)

The Effect of Nano-Silica and Nano-Alumina with Polypropylene Fiber on Chemical Resistance of Alkali-Activated Mortar (Sustainability, MDPI, 2022)

 

GOZDE BAKIOGLU | Civil engineering | Best Research Article Award

Assist Prof Dr. GOZDE BAKIOGLU | Civil engineering | Best Research Article Award

Assistant Professor, Marmara University, Turkey

Gรถzde BAKIOฤžLU is an accomplished Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at Marmara University, Turkey. She has a robust academic background and extensive research experience in transportation engineering, with numerous publications in high-impact journals. ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“š

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Education

Gรถzde earned her Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Istanbul Technical University (ITU) with a GPA of 3.86, graduating as a high honor student in 2022. She was a visiting graduate student at the University of Toronto from 2019 to 2020. She also holds an MSc in Civil Engineering from Bogazici University and dual BSc degrees in Civil and Geomatic Engineering from Yฤฑldฤฑz Technical University, where she ranked first in her department. ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒŸ

Experience

 

  • Assistant Professor, Marmara University (February 2024 โ€“ Present)
    Gรถzde currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Marmara University, focusing on civil engineering courses and research.
  • Teaching & Research Assistant, Istanbul Technical University (January 2015 โ€“ February 2024)
    She was a Teaching and Research Assistant at ITU in the Department of Transportation Engineering.
  • Full-Time Engineer, Sur Construction Company (June 2013 โ€“ April 2014)
    Gรถzde worked as a full-time engineer at Sur Construction Company, gaining practical industry experience. ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Research Interests

Her research interests include sustainable transportation strategies, the adoption of autonomous vehicles, traffic safety, and the optimization of transportation systems. She employs advanced decision-making and fuzzy set theory methods in her work. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿš—

Awards

Gรถzde has received numerous accolades, including the First Ranked Award in Geomatic Engineering, a Research Scholarship for Doctoral Studies Abroad from YOK-YUDAB, and TรœBฤฐTAK Incentive Awards for International Scientific Publications (UBYT). ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ๐Ÿ†

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Zhiyou Jia | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhiyou Jia | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Member, University of Minho, Portugal

Zhiyou Jia is a dedicated civil engineer and researcher currently pursuing a PhD in civil engineering at the University of Minho in Portugal. With a strong background in sustainable construction and the integration of phase change materials into concrete, he has made significant contributions to the field through his research and publications. ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ—๏ธ

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Education

Zhiyou Jiaโ€™s educational journey reflects his commitment to civil engineering and sustainable construction:

  • PhD in Civil Engineering (09/2021 โ€“ Present) at University of Minho, Portugal.
  • Master in Sustainable Construction and Restoration (09/2019 โ€“ 07/2021) at University of Minho, Portugal.
  • Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Civil Engineering (09/2013 โ€“ 06/2017) at Nanchang Institute and Technology, China. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š

Experience

Zhiyou Jia has a diverse professional background, including:

  • Civil Engineer for the construction of the 120 national way in Angola, a China-aided African project (06/2017 โ€“ 10/2018).
  • Technical Consultant at Shandong Enbo Company in China.
  • Visiting Professor at Nanchang Institute of Technology. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”ง

Research Interest

Zhiyou Jiaโ€™s research interests are primarily focused on:

  • Sustainable Construction: Developing innovative solutions for incorporating waste materials into concrete.
  • Thermal Concrete: Enhancing concrete performance with phase change materials.
  • Recycled Aggregates: Evaluating the durability and mechanical properties of green concrete. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“Š

Awards

Zhiyou Jia has been recognized for his contributions to civil engineering with several awards, including:

  • International Young Scientist Awards (04/2023).
  • Foundation for Science and Technology in Portugal (FCT) Fellowship (02/2022 โ€“ 02/2026). ๐Ÿ†โœจ

Publications Top Notes

Zhiyou Jia has authored several impactful papers. Here are some notable publications with their citation counts and publication years:

  1. Study on phase change materials integration in concrete: Form-stable PCM and Direct Addition โ€“ Process Safety and Environmental Protection, 2024. (Cited by -)
  2. Application of Aggregates from Construction and Demolition Wastes in Concrete: Review โ€“ Sustainability, 2024. (Cited by -)
  3. Durability properties of lightweight concrete with ceramic mould casting waste โ€“ Magazine of Concrete Research, 2024. (Cited by -)
  4. Betรตes com agregados reciclados funcionalizados com material de mudanรงa de fase โ€“ Revista Materiais Construรงรฃo, 2024. (Cited by -)
  5. The Effect of Demolition Concrete Waste on the Physical, Mechanical, and Durability Characteristics of Concrete โ€“ Buildings, 2024. (Cited by -)
  6. Physical and mechanical performance of green concrete โ€“ Solutions, Treatments and Opportunities IV, 2023. (Cited by -)

Elลผbieta Szafranko | Civil engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Elลผbieta Szafranko | Civil engineering | Best Researcher Award

.University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Dr. Elลผbieta Szafranko is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Geoengineering, Institute of Geodesy and Civil Engineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland. With extensive expertise in civil engineering, particularly in management, cost calculation, and multi-criteria analysis in construction, she has significantly contributed to both academic research and practical applications in the field. ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ—๏ธ

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Education

Dr. Szafranko holds a PhD in Engineering, showcasing her deep academic background and commitment to advancing the field of civil engineering. Her educational journey has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in both teaching and research. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š

Experience

Dr. Szafranko has a rich professional background, including:

  • Associate Professor at the Faculty of Geoengineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn.
  • Author and Contributor of over 70 scientific journal articles and 60 conference papers.
  • Committee Member of over 10 international scientific conferences.
  • Chairman of SCIE-CONF 2016. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Research Interest

Dr. Szafrankoโ€™s research interests encompass:

  • Civil Engineering Management: Focus on the investment process and economic planning.
  • Environmental Protection: Emphasizing sustainable practices in construction.
  • Multi-Criteria Analysis: Application in assessing building materials and investment projects. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“Š

Awards

Dr. Szafranko has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field through numerous accolades and roles in scientific committees, underscoring her influence and leadership in civil engineering. ๐Ÿ†โœจ

Publications Top Notes

Dr. Szafranko has authored several impactful papers. Here are some notable publications with their citation counts and publication years:

Implementability of BIM Technology in Light of Literature Studies and Analyses of the Construction Market โ€“ Sustainability, 2024. (Cited by -)

Applicability of a novel Indicator Method to assessment of the impact of buildings on the environment โ€“ Building and Environment, 2023. (Cited by -)

Modelling of decision processes in construction activity โ€“ Applied Sciences, 2022. (Cited by 12)

Application of ANFIS in the preparation of expert opinions and evaluation of building design variants in the context of processing large amounts of data โ€“ Automation in Construction, 2022. (Cited by 7)

On the application of sustainable building materials in geodesy and civil engineering โ€“ Materials Today: Proceedings, 2022. (Cited by -)

Assessment of the economic efficiency of energyโ€saving projects, methodology based on simple and compound methods โ€“ Energy Science & Engineering, 2021. (Cited by 9)

Applicability of the theory of similarity in an evaluation of building development variants โ€“ Automation in Construction, 2019. (Cited by 8)

Tender procedures and offers evaluation criteria, polish and EU law โ€“ Production Management and Business Development, 2019. (Cited by -)

The choice of variant technologies and materials supported by multicriteria methods and an assessment of variants with graphic profiles of criteria โ€“ Materials Today Proceedings, 2018. (Cited by -)

Application of multi-criterial analytical methods to ranking environmental criteria in an assessment of a development project โ€“ Journal of Ecological Engineering, 2017. (Cited by 14)