Jun Zhu | Geological hazards | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jun Zhu | Geological hazards | Best Researcher Award

Associate Research fellow at Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Jun zhu is an associate researcher at the institute of mountain hazards and environment, chinese academy of sciences (cas). he earned his ph.d. from sichuan university (2017-2021) and was a joint ph.d. researcher at the university of colorado at boulder (2019-2020). his expertise lies in rock mass deformation, landslide dynamics, and acoustic emission monitoring. previously, he served as an assistant professor at guizhou communications polytechnic university. he actively contributes to national research projects and serves on editorial boards of scientific journals. his work focuses on geological hazards, ensuring environmental safety and sustainability. 🌍🏞️

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Education & Experience πŸŽ“πŸ“œ

  • Ph.D. – sichuan university, china (2017-2021) πŸŽ“

  • Joint Ph.D. – university of colorado at boulder, usa (2019-2020) 🌍

  • M.S. – central south university, china (2011-2014) πŸ—οΈ

  • B.E. – hunan university of science and technology, china (2007-2011) πŸ›οΈ

  • Associate Researcher – institute of mountain hazards and environment, cas (2024-present) πŸ”οΈ

  • Assistant Researcher – institute of mountain hazards and environment, cas (2021-2024) πŸ”

  • Assistant Professor – guizhou communications polytechnic university (2014-2017) πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«

Professional Development πŸš€πŸ“–

Jun zhu is dedicated to advancing research in rock mass deformation and landslide dynamics. his work includes monitoring acoustic emissions and studying rock micro-fracture mechanisms. as a key contributor to major national projects, he is supported by institutions like the national natural science foundation of china and the ministry of science and technology. he also serves as a young editorial board member for journal of disaster prevention and mitigation engineering and geological hazards and environmental protection. his contributions to engineering geology and rock mechanics have earned him recognition, including the outstanding staff award from cas. πŸ…πŸ“š

Research Focus πŸžοΈπŸ”¬

jun zhu’s research centers on geological hazards and rock mechanics. his work spans multi-scale rock mass deformation, collapse and landslide dynamics, acoustic emission monitoring, and rock micro-fracture mechanisms. by integrating advanced geomechanical analysis, he enhances disaster prevention strategies to mitigate environmental risks. through participation in prestigious research programs, he advances knowledge in engineering geology and environmental protection. his studies support sustainable development by improving rock stability assessments and early warning systems for landslides and structural failures. his findings contribute to ensuring safer infrastructure and resilience against natural hazards. πŸŒβš’οΈ

Awards & Honors πŸ†πŸŽ–οΈ

  • Young Editorial Board Member – Journal of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Engineering πŸ“–

  • Young Editorial Board Member – Geological Hazards and Environmental Protection 🌍

  • Peer Reviewer – Engineering Geology, Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, International Journal of Geomechanics, etc. πŸ“

  • Outstanding Staff Award – institute of mountain hazards and environment, cas πŸ…

Publication Top Notes

1. Fracturing and Acoustic Emission Characteristics of Saturated Reservoir Rocks Under Constant-Amplitude-Cyclic Loading

  • Authors: Jun Zhu, Xiaoqing Chen, Jiangang Chen, Ziming Liu, Jianhui Deng, and Huayong Chen​

  • Journal: Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment​

  • Publication Year: 2024​

  • DOI: 10.1007/s10064-024-03911-7​

  • Summary: This study investigates the fracture behavior of slope rock masses subjected to reservoir water fluctuations. The researchers conducted constant-amplitude cyclic loading tests and acoustic emission (AE) tests on two types of sandstoneβ€”red sandstone and cyan sandstoneβ€”under both dry and saturated conditions. Key findings include:​

    • Water saturation significantly reduces peak stress (by 53.98% for red sandstone and 20.70% for cyan sandstone).​

    • Saturation leads to an increase in failure strain (8.03% for red sandstone and 13.27% for cyan sandstone).​

    • Elevated AE activity is observed during the cyclic loading phase in saturated samples.​

    • Saturation enhances the occurrence of tensile failure modes.​

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2. Effect of Cyclic Loading Level on Mechanical Response and Microcracking Behavior of Saturated Sandstones: Correlation with Water Weakening Phenomenon

  • Authors: Jun Zhu, Xiaoqing Chen, Jiangang Chen, Huayong Chen, and Ronald Y.S. Pak​

  • Journal: Engineering Geology​

  • Publication Year: 2024​

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.enggeo.2024.107667​

  • Summary: This research focuses on understanding how varying levels of cyclic loading affect the mechanical response and microcracking behavior of saturated sandstones, particularly in the context of water weakening. The study emphasizes the importance of these factors in engineering applications where reservoir rocks are exposed to cyclic loading from seismic activity.

Conclusion

Jun Zhu’s exceptional research in geological hazards, combined with significant funding, academic leadership, and peer recognition, makes him a strong candidate for a Best Researcher Award. His work directly contributes to disaster prevention and environmental safety, reflecting both scientific excellence and societal impact.

Wenxiong Huang | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Wenxiong Huang | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Hohai University, China.

Dr. Wenxiong Huang is an Emeritus Professor at Hohai University, China, specializing in constitutive modeling of geomaterials and numerical methods in geotechnical engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Graz University of Technology, Austria, and has held research positions at Karlsruhe University and the University of Newcastle, Australia. With over 100 publications in top journals, Dr. Huang has significantly contributed to the study of granular materials and hypoplastic modeling. He has received prestigious research grants and awards, including the Award for Scientific and Technological Progress from China’s Ministry of Power Industry.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Wenxiong Huang

Dr. Wenxiong Huang is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his pioneering contributions to geotechnical engineering. With a distinguished career spanning decades, he has made groundbreaking advancements in constitutive modeling of geomaterials, granular mechanics, and numerical methods. His research has significantly influenced the understanding of soil behavior, particularly through hypoplastic modeling and particle crushing studies. Having published over 100 papers in high-impact journals, he has garnered international recognition and has played a vital role in mentoring future researchers.

πŸŽ“ Education & Academic Background

  • πŸ“œ Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2000) – Graz University of Technology, Austria

  • πŸŽ“ M.Eng. in Solid Mechanics (1991) – Hohai University, China

  • πŸ—οΈ B.Eng. in Civil Engineering (1982) – Hohai University, China

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Professional Experience

  • πŸ… Emeritus Professor (2024–Present) – Hohai University, China

  • πŸŽ“ Professor (2007–2024) – Hohai University, China

  • πŸ”¬ ARC APD Research Fellow (2004–2007) – University of Newcastle, Australia

  • πŸ—οΈ Research Associate (2000–2003) – University of Newcastle, Australia

  • 🌍 Visiting Researcher – Karlsruhe University, Germany & Graz University of Technology, Austria

πŸš€ Professional Development

Dr. Huang has actively contributed to geotechnical engineering through international collaborations, securing major grants from the National Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and the Australian Research Council (ARC). His research on granular materials and particle crushing has advanced the field of soil mechanics. As an editorial board member of Computers & Geotechnics, he has reviewed numerous papers for high-impact journals. His involvement in international projects, participation in academic conferences, and mentorship of graduate students have helped shape the next generation of geotechnical researchers.

πŸ” Research Focus

Dr. Huang specializes in geotechnical engineering, with a focus on the constitutive modeling of geomaterials, granular materials’ mechanical behavior, and advanced numerical methods. His work explores the Cosserat continuum theory, hypoplastic modeling, and the effects of particle crushing in granular soils. Using computational techniques, he has developed innovative models to improve the understanding of soil mechanics and engineering applications. His research bridges theoretical modeling and practical geotechnical problem-solving, making significant contributions to infrastructure development and material behavior analysis.

πŸ† Awards & Honors

  • πŸŽ–οΈ Award for Scientific and Technological Progress (1996) – China’s Ministry of Power Industry

  • 🌍 NSFC & ARC Research Grants – Recognized for outstanding research contributions

  • πŸ… Editorial Board Member – Computers & Geotechnics

  • πŸ“œ Reviewer for Leading Journals – Acta Geotechnica, International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, Canadian Geotechnical Journal

Publication Top Notes

πŸ“„ A Unified Updated Lagrangian Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics for Fluid-Structure Interaction Problems with Moving Boundaries and Interfaces – D. Chen, C. Liang, W. Huang | Applied Mathematical Modelling, 2025 | πŸ“‘ Cited by: 0

πŸ“„ A SPH Method of High Accuracy and Efficiency for Low and Medium Reynolds Number Flow Problems – D. Chen, W. Huang, C. Liang | Computational Particle Mechanics, 2024 | πŸ“‘ Cited by: 5

πŸ“„ Modeling the Large Deformation Failure Behavior of Unsaturated Porous Media with a Two-Phase Fully-Coupled Smoothed Particle Finite Element Method – M. Liu, W. Huang, W. Yuan, W. Zhang | Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, 2024 | πŸ“‘ Cited by: 1

πŸ“„ A Three-Dimensional Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics Analysis of Multiple Retrogressive Landslides in Sensitive Soil – D. Chen, W. Huang, C. Liang | Computers and Geotechnics, 2024 | πŸ“‘ Cited by: 2

πŸ“„ A Multi-Resolution Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics with Multi-GPUs Acceleration for Three-Dimensional Fluid-Structure Interaction Problems – D. Chen, X. Yao, D. Huang, W. Huang | Ocean Engineering, 2024 | πŸ“‘ Cited by: 5

πŸ“„ Mathematical Description and Complete Solution of the Critical State in the Shear Band of Granular Soil – W. Huang, X. Cui | Applied Mathematics and Mechanics, 2024

Conclusion

Dr. Huang’s groundbreaking research, international impact, and dedication to geotechnical engineering make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative models, highly cited work, and mentorship contributions have significantly influenced both academic and practical aspects of soil mechanics and engineering applications.

Farhad Asemi | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Farhad Asemi | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr, Farhad Asemi, Kharazmi Univeristy, Iran

Farhad Asemi is a dedicated scholar and engineer with expertise in geotechnical engineering and geomechanics. He has published widely in high-impact journals, including the International Journal of Geomechanics and Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, and has presented his work at national and international conferences. His innovative research on bio-cementation and hydraulic fracturing reflects a commitment to advancing sustainable and efficient engineering practices. Farhad is an active contributor to professional organizations and remains engaged in cutting-edge geotechnical research and consultancy projects.

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Educational Detail

Farhad Asemi is a Ph.D. candidate in Geotechnical Engineering at Kharazmi University, where he has been recognized as the Outstanding Doctoral Student (2023). He holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Tabriz and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Ardabil. His academic excellence is reflected in his extensive research contributions and multiple ISI-indexed publications.

Professional Experience

Farhad Asemi has substantial professional experience in civil and geotechnical engineering. He has worked as a geotechnical engineer on dam rehabilitation and soil stabilization projects, including livelihood dam analyses in Ardabil County. His consultancy includes hydraulic fracturing operations for oil well projects in Iran and soil enhancement projects using innovative bio-cement technologies. Farhad also contributed as a researcher for the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum and serves on the Geotechnics Committee of the Ardabil Engineering Organization. Additionally, he is a member of two professional geology associations.

Research Interests

Farhad’s research interests span geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, hydraulic fracturing, geo-environmental engineering, and soil stabilization. His work explores advanced materials like bio-cement derived from microbial activity and the application of geopolymer cement from industrial waste. He also investigates soil contamination remediation and fracture mechanics in geological formations.

Top Notable Publications

Asemi, F., Lakirouhani, A., Nicksiar, M., & Zohdi, A. (2024)
A New Rock Brittleness Index Based on Crack Initiation and Crack Damage Stress Thresholds. International Journal of Geomechanics, 24(5), 04024074. DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)GM.1943-5622.0002662.

Lakirouhani, A., Asemi, F., Zohdi, A., Medzvieckas, J., & Kliukas, R. (2020)
Physical parameters, tensile and compressive strength of dolomite rock samples: Influence of grain size. Journal of Civil Engineering and Management, 26(8), 789–799. DOI: 10.3846/jcem.2020.13884.

Shahidi, M., Farrokhi, F., & Asemi, F. (2019)
Changes in physical and mechanical properties of gas oil–contaminated clayey sand after addition of clay nanoparticles. Journal of Environmental Engineering, 145(4), 04019004. DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)EE.1943-7870.0001508.

Shahidi, M., Asemi, F., & Farrokhi, F. (2023)
Improving the mechanical behavior of soil contaminated with gas oil using organoclay and nanoclay. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 48(4), 4953–4969. DOI: 10.1007/s13369-022-07138-1.

Hamidi, A., Sheikhy, F., & Asemi, F. (2024)
Mutual impact of temperature and voltage on electro-osmotic dewatering process of mine tailings – a numerical study. Drying Technology, 42(1), 1–17. DOI: 10.1080/07373937.2023.2237012.

Hamidi, A., Niknezhad, M. S., Asemi, F., & Sadrjamali, M. (2023)
Bearing capacity of triangular shell strip footings on geogrid-reinforced slopes. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 48(10), 12709–12724. DOI: 10.1007/s13369-023-07614-6.

Asheghi Mehmandari, T., Fahimifar, A., & Asemi, F. (2020)
The effect of crack initiation and propagation on the P-wave velocity of limestone and plaster subjected to compressive loading. AUT Journal of Civil Engineering, 4(1), 55–62.

Shahidi, M., Asemi, F., & Farrokhi, F. (2022)
Influence of gas oil contamination on geotechnical properties of clayey sand. Journal of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 52(106), 217–226.

Zohdi, A., Asemi, F., & Lakirouhani, A. (2017)
Dolomitization model of the Soltanieh Formation in the southwest of Zanjan. Scientific Quarterly Journal of Geosciences, 26(104), 17–28.

Shahidi, M., Farrokhi, F., & Asemi, F. (2020)
Experimental study of the effect of adding clay nanoparticles to improve strength properties of contaminated clayey-sand soil with gas oil. Amirkabir Journal of Civil Engineering, 51(6), 1145–1162.

Lakirouhani, A., Asemi, F., & Zohdi, A. (2018)
Relationship between grain size and physical properties of dolomites for geomechanics study of dolomite reservoirs. Journal of Petroleum Research, 28(1-97), 150–161.

Kermani, A., Hamidi, A., & Asemi, F. (n.d.)
Mitigation of transient vibrations induced by dynamic compaction: A numerical study on the efficacy of open trench and borehole barriers.

Saboormaleki, M., Zohdi, A., & Asemi, F. (2022)
Prediction of geomechanical modeling and selection of hydraulic fracturing candidate layer in a tight reservoir in SW Iran: A case study.

Conclusion

Considering his academic achievements, innovative research, extensive publications, and impactful consultancy projects, Farhad Asemi is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances geotechnical engineering but also bridges the gap between academia and industry, addressing real-world challenges with practical solutions.