Dr. Seyed Ali Ekrami Kakhki | Civil Engineering | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Seyed Ali Ekrami Kakhki, a distinguished Civil Engineering scholar at Semnan University, specializes in structural engineering with a focus on reinforced concrete structures and progressive collapse analysis. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering from Azad University of Semnan, following an M.Sc. in Structural Engineering from Tafresh State University and a B.Sc. from Islamic Azad University, Taft. Dr. Ekrami Kakhki has led and supervised major civil engineering projects, including urban metro construction, rural road development, and structural strengthening of residential and institutional buildings, demonstrating a combination of technical expertise and leadership in project management. His research centers on the progressive collapse of reinforced concrete frames, incorporating soil-structure interaction and sensitivity analysis to enhance structural resilience. He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles in high-impact JCR Q2 journals such as the International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials and contributed to the Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering, advancing the understanding of structural stability under critical load conditions. Recognized for his academic excellence and leadership, Dr. Ekrami Kakhki actively contributes to the civil engineering community through editorial roles, peer review, and collaborative research, reflecting a sustained commitment to innovation and scholarly impact in structural engineering.