Dr. Dina Eltahan | Highway engineering | Best Innovation Award
Assistant professor at High Institute of Engineering and Technology New Damietta, Egypt
Dr. Dina Eltahan is an accomplished assistant professor in public works engineering with expertise in sustainable pavement materials and innovative asphalt technologies. With a Ph.D. from Mansoura University in collaboration with the University of Texas at San Antonio, she combines academic rigor with practical engineering solutions. Her research emphasizes environmental sustainability, focusing on recycled materials, life cycle assessments, and nano-modified asphalt mixtures. Dr. Eltahan actively contributes to academic excellence through teaching, quality assurance, and impactful research that addresses the pressing challenges of modern infrastructure development.
Professional Profile
Education
- Ph.D. in Public Works Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt (2024)
- Joint supervision with the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA
- Scholarship funded by the Graduate Studies and Research Sector of Mansoura University
- Master’s Degree in Public Works Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt (2018)
- B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Mansoura University, Egypt (2010)
- Graduated with “Very Good with Honor”
- Final Project in Highway and Airport Engineering: Rated “Excellent”
Professional Experience
Dr. Dina Eltahan has over 14 years of experience in academia and engineering education, specializing in public works and civil engineering.
- Assistant Professor, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology in New Damietta (2024 – Present)
- Assistant Lecturer, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology in New Damietta (2018 – 2024)
- Teaching Assistant, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology in New Damietta (2010 – 2018)
Key Contributions:
- Taught and developed courses in Public Works Engineering, including Highway and Airport Engineering, Transportation, Traffic Engineering, and Soil Mechanics.
- Actively contributed to course structure development, academic guidance, and accreditation processes.
- Served as a quality and accreditation team member and supported the control and registration system for credit-hour programs.
Research Interest
- Pavement Material Characterization and Modeling
- Recycled Materials and By-Products for Pavement Applications
- Nano-Modified Asphalt Binders and Mixtures
- Warm and Hot Mix Asphalt Technologies
- Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for Asphalt Mixtures
- Image Processing Applications in Asphalt Mixtures
Author Metric
Prof. Semlala has contributed extensively to theoretical physics, particularly in the fields of hybrid mesons, quantum chromodynamics (QCD), and high-energy particle physics. His research outputs are frequently cited in studies related to the strong force and experimental validations from the LHC. His academic and research metrics include:
- Numerous publications on hybrid mesons, strong coupling constants, and gluon dynamics.
- Collaborative work with major international physics experiments like ATLAS and CMS.
- Contributions to theoretical models that bridge quantum field theory and experimental findings.
Publications Top Noted
Study the Performance of Warm Mix Asphalt Containing Recycled Concrete as a Coarse Aggregate in Egypt and the Middle East
- Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, ASCE, 2024
Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of Asphalt Mixtures Containing Recycled Concrete Aggregate in Egypt
- Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management, Springer, 2024
Evaluation of Recycled Concrete Aggregate in Asphalt Mixes
- Innovative Infrastructure Solutions Journal, Springer, 2018
Conclusion
Dr. Dina Eltahan is a strong candidate for the Best Innovation Award due to her pioneering work in sustainable pavement materials and innovative asphalt technologies. Her research combines technical rigor, environmental consciousness, and practical applicability, addressing key challenges in modern infrastructure development.
To strengthen her case further, Dr. Eltahan could expand her industry collaborations, pursue patentable innovations, and increase the global visibility of her research. Nevertheless, her dedication to sustainability, advanced material applications, and academic excellence makes her highly deserving of recognition for innovation in engineering.