Baitollah Badarloo | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Baitollah Badarloo | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

Faculty member at Qom University of Technology, Iran

Dr. Baitollah Badarloo 🇮🇷 is an accomplished civil engineer and academic at Qom University of Technology 🏛️, specializing in structural and seismic engineering 🌍. With a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University 🎓, his research dives deep into masonry structures and their dynamic behavior during earthquakes 🌐. Fluent in Persian 🇮🇷, Turkish 🇹🇷, and English 🇬🇧, he passionately contributes to enhancing building safety and resilience 🏗️. A married family man 💍, he actively studies retrofitting and FRP technologies to safeguard infrastructure. His scholarly work is recognized for its innovative insights and dedication to public safety and engineering advancement 🏅.

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📚 Education & Experience 

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering (2010)
    Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
    📜 Thesis: “Failure criteria of brick masonry based on biaxial tests”

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering (2004)
    Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
    📜 Thesis: “Nonlinear dynamic behavior of eccentric braced frames”

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2002)
    Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran

  • 👨‍🏫 Academic Staff at Qom University of Technology
    Focused on teaching and research in seismic behavior and structural retrofitting.

💼 Professional Development 

Dr. Badarloo has consistently advanced his professional expertise through rigorous research 🧪, collaboration with experts 👨‍🔬, and academic contributions 📖. He actively engages in the study of structural performance under seismic loads ⚡, with a focus on improving existing infrastructure through innovative technologies like FRP 🧵 and retrofitting methods 🏗️. Through supervising students, publishing research 📚, and participating in civil engineering seminars 🌐, he maintains a cutting-edge knowledge base in seismic engineering. He also emphasizes experimental methodologies and computational modeling 🖥️ in his projects. His strong academic background enables him to deliver impactful solutions for real-world structural challenges 🌍.

🔍 Research Focus 

Dr. Badarloo’s research lies at the intersection of structural engineering and earthquake engineering 🏗️🌍. His key interests include the seismic behavior of masonry buildings 🧱, nonlinear dynamic analysis 🌀, and the use of Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (FRP) for structural strengthening 🧵. He also works on developing innovative criteria for assessing failure in masonry under multi-axial stresses ⚙️. Dr. Badarloo’s work contributes to enhancing building safety in seismic zones 🌐 and aims to retrofit vulnerable structures to withstand future quakes 🛠️. His contributions are essential for developing cost-effective and resilient infrastructure in earthquake-prone regions 🌏.

🏆 Awards & Honors 

  • 🏅 Ph.D. Dissertation Grade: 19.00 / 20.00 – Recognized for outstanding doctoral research

  • 🎖️ M.Sc. Dissertation Grade: 18.50 / 20.00 – Awarded for excellence in graduate research

  • 🏅 Consistent High Academic GPA across all degrees, reflecting academic excellence

Publication Top Notes

  1. Mechanical performance of heavy concrete with barite against sulfuric acid rain

  2. The Effect of Scrap Tires and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement on the Behavior of Stone Columns

  3. Optimal Quantity Investigation of Metakaolin and Silica Fume in Production of Durable Acid Resistance Alkali Activated Slag Concrete

  4. Practical Aspects of Correlation Analysis of Compressive Strength from Destructive and Non-Destructive Methods in Different Directions

  5. Investigating the Effects of Concrete Mix Design on the Environmental Impacts of Reinforced Concrete Structures

  6. Correlation study of physical and mechanical properties of concretes with crushed LCD glass

  7. Nonlinear finite element analysis and parametric study of executable RCS connections

  8. Nonlinear forced vibration analysis of laminated composite doubly-curved shells enriched by nanocomposites incorporating foundation and thermal effects

  9. Mechanical Properties and Gamma Radiation Transmission Rate of Heavyweight Concrete Containing Barite Aggregates

  10. Geometrically nonlinear electro-thermo-static analysis of piezoelectric/CNT/GPL/fibre/polymer sandwich panels with double curvature resting on elastic foundation

  11. Numerical and experimental investigation on the modified of hot mix asphalt concrete containing crumb rubber and waste pet

  12. Development and design of a new self-centering energy-dissipative brace for steel structures

  13. Finite Element Analysis and ANFIS investigation of seismic behavior of sandwich panels with different concrete material in two story steel building

  14. A Numerical study on the effect of position and number of openings on the performance of composite steel shear walls

  15. Failure Criteria of Unreinforced Grouted Brick Masonry Based on a Biaxial Compression Test

    • Journal: Scientia Iranica

    • Publication Year: 2009

Conclusion

Dr. Baitollah Badarloo demonstrates strong academic credentials, relevant and high-impact research, and a clear focus on improving structural resilience, especially under seismic loads. His specialization in masonry behavior, dynamic structural analysis, and retrofitting with FRP supports both academic advancement and practical engineering applications.

Farshad Nobakhtkolour | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Farshad Nobakhtkolour | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at K.N.Toosi University of Technology, Iran

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur 🎓 is a passionate civil engineer specializing in marine structures and offshore renewable energy 🌊⚡. He earned his M.Sc. in Coasts, Ports, and Marine Structures from K. N. Toosi University of Technology and his B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Shahrood University 🏫. Farshad’s research focuses on floating structures, marine hydrodynamics, and aquaculture engineering 🚢🌱. He has published multiple journal papers and served as a peer reviewer 📚🖋️. A top-ranked student throughout his academic journey 🏆, he continues to contribute actively to the marine engineering community through research, reviews, and professional memberships 🤝.

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🔵 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Coasts, Ports, and Marine Structures – K. N. Toosi University of Technology (2016-2019)

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Shahrood University of Technology (2009-2013)

  • 🏫 Diploma in Mathematics and Physics – Bagher-al-Olum High School (2005-2009)

  • 👨‍🏫 Teaching Assistant – Shahrood University of Technology (Statics & Steel Structures Courses)

  • 🧪 Researcher – Published papers in top marine and fluid mechanics journals

  • 📑 Conference Presenter – Marine Industries Conference and academic workshops

🔵 Professional Development 

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur has actively contributed to professional growth through memberships and peer reviewing 🛠️📖. He is a member of the Iranian Coastal and Marine Structural Engineering Association (ICOMSEA) 🌐, and The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) 🧪🔍. Farshad has reviewed articles for prestigious journals like Ocean Engineering and Journal of Modern Green Energy ✍️📘. His commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge is evident through his workshop presentations, paper publications, and involvement with academic and industrial bodies 🌟. Farshad’s work bridges the gap between theoretical research and real-world marine engineering solutions 🌊🔗.

🔵 Research Focus Category 

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur’s research focus lies in marine and offshore engineering 🌊🔧. His primary interests include floating wind turbines, floating solar islands, offshore renewable energy structures, and aquaculture engineering 🌱⚡. He specializes in fluid-structure interaction, experimental modeling, and numerical simulation 🧪💻. Farshad’s work emphasizes sustainable marine structures like floating seaweed farms and hybrid platforms that support renewable energy production and food security 🌿🔋. Through advanced physical modeling and hydrodynamic analysis, he contributes innovative solutions to the growing demands of the offshore and marine industry 🚢🌍.

🔵 Awards and Honors 

  • 🥇 First rank – Best Graduate M.Sc. Students in Marine Engineering, Iranian Marine Industries Organization, 2022

  • 🥈 Second rank – Top MSc Students in Marine Structure Engineering, 2019

  • 🧠 Top 1% – MSc Entrance Exam of Universities, 2016

  • 🎓 Top 10% – B.Sc. Students in Civil Engineering, 2013

  • 🧠 Top 1% – University Entrance Exam, 2009

  • 🎖️ Top 10 – High School Graduates, 2009

Publication Top Notes

  1. Effects of soft marine fouling on wave-induced forces in floating aquaculture cages: Physical model testing under regular waves

    • Journal: Ocean Engineering

    • Date: October 2021

    • DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2021.109759

    • Focus: How soft biofouling (like algae and soft marine growth) changes the forces exerted on aquaculture cages when regular waves hit them, using physical model tests.

  2. Hydrodynamic forces in marine-fouled floating aquaculture cages: Physical modelling under irregular waves

    • Journal: Journal of Fluids and Structures

    • Date: August 2021

    • DOI: 10.1016/j.jfluidstructs.2021.103331

    • Focus: Similar to above but testing under irregular waves (more realistic sea conditions), focusing on how fouling affects hydrodynamic forces.

  3. Wave attenuation/build-up around and inside marine fouled floating aquaculture cages under regular wave regimes

    • Journal: Journal of Ocean Engineering and Marine Energy

    • Date: February 24, 2021

    • DOI: 10.1007/s40722-021-00186-y

    • Focus: Investigating wave energy behavior—whether it’s dampened (attenuated) or amplified (build-up)—around/inside fouled cages during regular waves.

  4. Experimental Modelling of Biofouling Effects on the Regular and Irregular Waves Load in Aquaculture Cages

    • Institution: K. N. Toosi University of Technology

    • Type: Dissertation/Thesis

    • Year: 2019

    • DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.28208.48644

    • Focus: The early foundational work by Farshad Nobakht-Kolur, focusing on both regular and irregular waves and their loading effects on biofouled cages, likely forming the base for the later journal papers.

Conclusion

Farshad Nobakht-Kolur demonstrates all the qualities of a promising and impactful researcher: scientific excellence, originality, practical application of research, international publication record, and community engagement.
In my opinion, he is a highly suitable and strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award — particularly within the fields of marine structures, offshore engineering, and renewable energy systems.

Guanqun Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Guanqun Li | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Researcher at Shengli oilfield, SINOPEC, China

Guanqun Li (李冠群), born in May 1994 in Shandong, China 🇨🇳, is an Associate Researcher at Shengli Oilfield Company, SINOPEC 🛢️. He earned his PhD in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering from China University of Petroleum (East China) 🎓. His work focuses on the microscopic characterization of shale reservoirs and fluid dynamics in oil and gas systems 🔬💧. With numerous publications in top journals like Fuel and Physics of Fluids 📚, he brings innovation to shale oil recovery technologies. Passionate about fractal modeling and fluid imbibition research, Guanqun Li is contributing significantly to modern energy development ⚙️🌍.

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🔹 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 Sep. 2016 – June 2019: Master’s in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering, Yangtze University

  • 📚 Sep. 2019 – June 2023: PhD in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China)

  • 🏢 July 2023 – Present: Associate Researcher, Shengli Oilfield Company, SINOPEC

🔹 Professional Development 

Dr. Guanqun Li 📘 has shown consistent professional growth, moving from academic research to applied industry innovation. His academic journey through Yangtze University and the China University of Petroleum provided a solid foundation in oilfield development ⚒️. At SINOPEC, he applies his expertise in reservoir simulation, fracturing mechanics, and fluid flow modeling 🔬. He actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals and international conferences 🌍. Guanqun continuously develops novel analytical and fractal models for imbibition in shale formations 🌀. His cross-disciplinary collaboration and technical excellence are hallmarks of his evolving career in the energy sector 🚀.

🔹 Research Focus Category 

Guanqun Li’s research centers on unconventional oil and gas recovery, specifically shale oil reservoir characterization and fluid imbibition mechanisms 🛢️💧. His work explores microscale fluid motion, fractal modeling, and productivity analysis in hydraulically fractured formations 🔍📈. He is especially interested in the spontaneous and forced imbibition processes in complex porous media under various boundary conditions 🧪. His models help optimize horizontal well performance and support enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategies 🧠⚙️. With a clear focus on improving efficiency in volume fracturing and fluid migration mechanisms, his research is highly impactful in modern petroleum engineering 🚧.

🔹 Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Interpore Conference Presentation (2020) – Recognized for outstanding research on production enhancement in fractured wells

  • 📖 Multiple First-Author Publications – Published in top journals like Fuel, Physics of Fluids, and Energy & Fuels

  • 🧠 Acknowledged for Innovative Fractal Modeling – In spontaneous/forced imbibition in shale formations

  • 🥇 Highly Cited Review Paper – On EOR techniques in shale oil (Geofluids, 2021)

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Quantifying lithofacies-dependent imbibition behavior in continental shale oil by fractal modeling: A case study of the gentle slope fault zone, Jiyang DepressionAuthors: Li Guanqun, Peng Yanxia, Yang Yong, Cao Xiaopeng, Su YuliangJournal: Fuel

    Year: 2025

Conclusion

Dr. Guanqun Li stands out as an emerging leader in petroleum reservoir engineering with clear scientific originality, engineering relevance, and a solid record of first-author publications in high-impact journals. His work has contributed meaningfully to advancing the understanding of shale oil imbibition mechanisms and their application in field operations.

Muhammad Umar Khan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Umar Khan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Chairman at Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Umar Khan is a distinguished scholar and leader in civil engineering, serving as the Chairman of the Department of Civil Engineering and Technology at Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Pakistan. With a career spanning over a decade, he has made significant contributions to the fields of structural engineering and advanced construction materials. Dr. Khan’s work in ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) has garnered international recognition, particularly for its innovative applications in harsh environmental conditions. His research reflects a blend of academic excellence and practical relevance, making him a key contributor to advancements in engineering technology.

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Education

Dr. Muhammad Umar Khan holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structures) from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia, completed in April 2019. His academic journey reflects consistent excellence, as he earned distinctions in his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Structural Engineering. He was awarded fully funded scholarships for his MS and Ph.D. studies due to exceptional academic performance. During his doctoral studies, Dr. Khan focused on the development and characterization of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), pioneering its application using locally sourced materials in the Gulf region.

Professional Experience

Dr. Khan is the Chairman of the Department of Civil Engineering and Technology at Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Pakistan. With over 10 years of university-level teaching and research experience, he has contributed significantly to the academic and professional development of his field. Dr. Khan has led multiple consultancy and industry projects, collaborating with prestigious organizations such as Saudi Aramco and the Royal Commission of Jubail. His work spans the design and analysis of reinforced concrete structures, finite element modeling, and the application of advanced materials in construction.

Research Interests

Dr. Khan’s research interests focus on advanced construction materials, particularly UHPC, high-performance hybrid materials, and nuclear radiation shielding concrete. He is also deeply involved in finite element analysis, structural damage modeling, and service life prediction of reinforced concrete structures. His pioneering work in UHPC has resulted in innovations applicable to futuristic construction challenges, including durability, resilience, and environmental adaptability.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Khan has earned numerous accolades throughout his career. He was a recipient of a prestigious fellowship at KFUPM and has been recognized for his groundbreaking research in UHPC, including three US patents under development. With over 280 citations, his research has gained international recognition. As a team leader, he has driven projects addressing industry challenges, showcasing his ability to blend academic rigor with practical application. His contributions continue to make an impact on structural engineering and advanced material research worldwide.

Conclusion

Dr. Muhammad Umar Khan is a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. His pioneering work in advanced construction materials and substantial academic achievements make him highly suitable for the recognition. However, to solidify his position as a global leader, he could focus on enhancing his research’s societal impact, broader outreach, and professional engagements. Overall, his contributions signify exceptional innovation and dedication to advancing civil and structural engineering.

Publications Top Noted

📄 Effect of Fiber Content on the Performance of UHPC Slabs Under Impact Loading – Experimental and Analytical Investigation

  • Authors: Khan, M.U., Ahmad, S., Al-Osta, M.A., Algadhib, A.H., Al-Gahtani, H.J.
  • Year: 2023
  • Citations: 3

📄 Role of Casting and Curing Conditions on the Strength and Drying Shrinkage of Greener Concrete

  • Authors: Nasir, M., Adesina, A., Ibrahim, M., Maslehuddin, M., Alotaibi, K.S.
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 0

📄 Prediction of Strength of Plain and Blended Cement Concretes Cured Under Hot Weather Using Quadratic Regression and ANN Tools

  • Authors: Nasir, M., Gazder, U., Khan, M.U., Maslehuddin, M., Al-Amoudi, O.S.B.
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 5

📄 Properties of High-Density Ultra-High-Performance Concrete Containing Hematite Powder as a Partial Replacement of Sand

  • Authors: Ahmad, S., Khan, M.U., Al-Gahtani, H.J., Al-Dulaijan, S.U.
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 3

📄 Shielding Performance of Heavy-Weight Ultra-High-Performance Concrete Against Nuclear Radiation

  • Authors: Khan, M.U., Ahmad, S., Naqvi, A.A., Al-Gahtani, H.J.
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 54

📄 Chloride-Induced Corrosion of Steel in Concrete: An Overview on Chloride Diffusion and Prediction of Corrosion Initiation Time

  • Authors: Khan, M.U., Ahmad, S., Al-Gahtani, H.J.
  • Year: 2017
  • Citations: 116