Dina Eltahan | Highway engineering | Best Innovation Award Posted on 05/02/202506/02/2025 by sciencefather Dr. Dina Eltahan | Highway engineering | Best Innovation Award Assistant professor at High Institute of Engineering and Technology New Damietta Short Bio Dr. Dina Mohamed Rabie Eltahan is a highway engineering expert specializing in sustainable pavement materials and asphalt performance optimization. With a Ph.D. from Mansoura University, supported by joint research at the University of Texas at San Antonio, she integrates innovative techniques in pavement recycling and material assessment. Her contributions include multiple patents and publications in high-impact journals, with a research focus on warm mix asphalt technologies and life cycle assessments of recycled materials. She is dedicated to advancing environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions in infrastructure engineering. Professional Profile Google Scholar Educational Background Ph.D. in Public Works Engineering, Mansoura University (2024) Scholarship funded by the Graduate Studies and Research Sector of Mansoura University under joint supervision from the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA. Master’s in Public Works Engineering, Mansoura University (2018) B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Mansoura University (2010) Graduated with Very Good with Honor distinction. Professional Experience Dr. Dina Mohamed Rabie Eltahan is a highway engineering specialist with over a decade of experience in academia. She is currently an Assistant Professor at the Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, New Damietta, a position she has held since 2024. Before this, she served as an Assistant Lecturer (2018–2024) and a Teaching Assistant (2010–2018) at the same institute. Throughout her career, she has been actively engaged in both teaching and research, focusing on sustainable materials in highway construction, asphalt mix performance, and pavement engineering. Research Interests Sustainable pavement materials and asphalt mix performance Recycling and life cycle assessment of construction materials Warm mix asphalt technologies Structural evaluation of pavements Publication Top Noted Dr. Dina Mohamed Rabie Eltahan has contributed to the field of highway engineering through several notable publications. Here are some of her key works: Evaluation of Recycled Concrete Aggregate in Asphalt Mixes (2018) Authors: D. El-Tahan, A. Gabr, S. El-Badawy, M. Shetawy Journal: Innovative Infrastructure Solutions Volume: 3 Issue: 1 Article ID: 20 Citations: 51 Summary: This study evaluates the feasibility of using recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) in asphalt mixtures, focusing on its impact on the mechanical properties and performance of the pavement. Study of the Performance of Warm-Mix Asphalt Containing Recycled Concrete as a Coarse Aggregate in Egypt and the Middle East (2024) Authors: D. El-Tahan, A. Gabr, S. Dessouky, S. El-Badawy Journal: Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering Volume: 36 Issue: 11 Article ID: 04024346 Summary: This research investigates the performance of warm-mix asphalt (WMA) incorporating recycled concrete as coarse aggregate, with a focus on its applicability in Egypt and the Middle East. Conclusion Dr. Dina Eltahan is a strong candidate for the Best Innovation Award due to her pioneering research in sustainable pavement materials, extensive academic contributions, and commitment to innovative highway engineering solutions. With additional focus on industry collaboration and expanding the breadth of her research, she could further establish herself as a leading figure in infrastructure innovation.