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 🎓

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

Experience 💼

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 – 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 – 2022)

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

Research Interests 🔬

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 📚

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)

 

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. 🌟🏗️

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Education

Zhiyou Jia’s educational journey reflects his commitment to civil engineering and sustainable construction:

  • PhD in Civil Engineering (09/2021 – Present) at University of Minho, Portugal.
  • Master in Sustainable Construction and Restoration (09/2019 – 07/2021) at University of Minho, Portugal.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (09/2013 – 06/2017) at Nanchang Institute and Technology, China. 🎓📚

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 – 10/2018).
  • Technical Consultant at Shandong Enbo Company in China.
  • Visiting Professor at Nanchang Institute of Technology. 🌍🔧

Research Interest

Zhiyou Jia’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. 🌿📊

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 – 02/2026). 🏆✨

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 AdditionProcess Safety and Environmental Protection, 2024. (Cited by -)
  2. Application of Aggregates from Construction and Demolition Wastes in Concrete: ReviewSustainability, 2024. (Cited by -)
  3. Durability properties of lightweight concrete with ceramic mould casting wasteMagazine of Concrete Research, 2024. (Cited by -)
  4. Betões com agregados reciclados funcionalizados com material de mudança de faseRevista Materiais Construção, 2024. (Cited by -)
  5. The Effect of Demolition Concrete Waste on the Physical, Mechanical, and Durability Characteristics of ConcreteBuildings, 2024. (Cited by -)
  6. Physical and mechanical performance of green concreteSolutions, Treatments and Opportunities IV, 2023. (Cited by -)

Elżbieta Szafranko | Civil engineering | Best Researcher Award

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

.University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland

Dr. Elżbieta 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. 🌟🏗️

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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. 🎓📚

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. 🌍🔬

Research Interest

Dr. Szafranko’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. 🌿📊

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. 🏆✨

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 MarketSustainability, 2024. (Cited by -)

Applicability of a novel Indicator Method to assessment of the impact of buildings on the environmentBuilding and Environment, 2023. (Cited by -)

Modelling of decision processes in construction activityApplied 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 dataAutomation in Construction, 2022. (Cited by 7)

On the application of sustainable building materials in geodesy and civil engineeringMaterials Today: Proceedings, 2022. (Cited by -)

Assessment of the economic efficiency of energy‐saving projects, methodology based on simple and compound methodsEnergy Science & Engineering, 2021. (Cited by 9)

Applicability of the theory of similarity in an evaluation of building development variantsAutomation in Construction, 2019. (Cited by 8)

Tender procedures and offers evaluation criteria, polish and EU lawProduction 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 criteriaMaterials Today Proceedings, 2018. (Cited by -)

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

Alice Di Donna | Geotechnical engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Alice Di Donna | Geotechnical engineering | Best Researcher Award

Doctor, Université Grenoble Alpes, France

Alice Di Donna, born on August 7th, 1985, is an Italian citizen and an accomplished academic in civil and mechanical engineering. With a robust career centered around energy geostructures and geotechnical engineering, she currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Grenoble Alpes. Her professional journey reflects a blend of teaching, research, and practical engineering experience.

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Education 🎓

Alice earned her PhD in Mechanics from EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland, in 2014 with a thesis on “Thermo-mechanical aspects of energy piles.” She holds an MEng in Civil Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, Italy, where she graduated with honors in 2009. Additionally, she completed an MSc in Mechanics, Energy, and Solid Modelling through the Erasmus Program at Université Joseph Fourier, Grenoble, France.

Experience 💼

Since 2017, Alice has been an Assistant Professor at the University of Grenoble Alpes. Prior to this, she was a Post-Doctoral Research and Teaching Associate at Politecnico di Torino from 2014 to 2017, where she also collaborated professionally with Teknema Progetti srl. Her work has consistently focused on THM coupled behavior of geomaterials and energy geostructures.

Research Interests 🔬

Alice’s research interests are deeply rooted in the study of thermo-hydro-mechanical (THM) behavior of geomaterials, energy geostructures, and the broader applications of geothermal energy in civil engineering. Her work often intersects with urban planning and the sustainable use of geothermal resources.

Awards 🏆

Alice has been recognized for her contributions to geotechnical engineering with several awards, including the prestigious Scott Sloan Best Paper Award in 2023 and the Jean Kerisel Award in 2020. She has also been invited to deliver keynote lectures and has been acknowledged for her innovative research on energy geostructures.

Publications 📚

Di Donna, A., Rotta Loria, A., Laloui, L. (2016). Numerical study of the response of a group of energy piles under different combinations of thermo-mechanical loads. Computers and Geotechnics, 72, 126-142. Cited by 75 articles

Laloui, L., Di Donna, A. (2013). Energy geostructures: Innovation in underground engineering. John Wiley & Sons. Cited by 150 articles

Di Donna, A., Cecinato, F., Loveridge, F., Barla, M. (2017). Energy performance of diaphragm walls used as heat exchangers. Proceeding of the ICE, Geotechnical Engineering. Cited by 50 articles