lecturer, University of Al-Qadisiyah, Iraq
👷♀️ Rania Ihsan Ali is a highly motivated and innovative Civil Engineer with extensive experience in engineering design, ranging from conceptual stages to detailed final designs. Passionate about problem-solving and developing her skills, she seeks a challenging role in an engineering firm that offers opportunities for early responsibilities and career advancement.
Profile
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Education
🎓 B.Sc. in Road and Bridge Engineering: Rania earned her degree from the College of Engineering at Qadisiyah University from 2016 to 2020, specializing in Road and Bridge Engineering. Her strong academic performance led her to graduate as the top student in her department.
Experience
🏫 Faculty Member (2021 – Present): Rania has been teaching AutoCAD in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Qadisiyah since 2021. She is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of engineers through her teaching and mentoring.
Research Interests
🔍 Rania’s research interests focus on innovative engineering design methods, sustainable infrastructure development, and the application of advanced software tools in civil engineering. She is particularly interested in exploring new techniques to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of road and bridge engineering.
Awards and Recognition
🏆 Certificates: Rania received a certificate as a Microsoft Office Expert from the German International Cooperation Organization (GIZ) in 2020. Additionally, she was recognized as the top student in her department during her studies at Qadisiyah University.
Publications📄
Effect of glass waste powder and date palm seed ash based sustainable cementitious grouts on the performance of semi-flexible pavement
Al-Nawasir, R., Al-Humeidawi, B., Khan, M.I., Khahro, S.H., Memon, Z.A. (2024). Case Studies in Construction Materials, 21, e03453.
Influence of Sustainable Grout Material on the Moisture Damage of Semi-flexible Pavement
Al-Nawasir, R., Al-Humeidawi, B., Shubbar, A. (2024). Periodica Polytechnica Civil Engineering, 68(3), pp. 961–973.
Developing an eco-friendly cementitious grout using paper sludge ash and steel fiber recovered from waste tires
Al-Humeidawi, B., Hlail, S.H., Al-Nawasir, R., Khan, M.I., Yousafzai, A.K. (2024). Al-Qadisiyah Journal for Engineering Sciences, 17(2), pp. 135–147
Qualitative Evaluation for Asphalt Binder Modified with SBS Polymer
Al-Nawasir, R.I., Al-Humeidawi, B.H. (2023). Tikrit Journal of Engineering Sciences, 30(4), pp. 88–101.
A scientometric study and a bibliometric review of the literature on the design and construction of semi-flexible pavement
Al-Nawasir, R.I., Al-Humeidawi, B.H. (2023). Al-Qadisiyah Journal for Engineering Sciences, 16(2), pp. 82–91.
Conclusion
Rania Ihsan Ali is a promising candidate for the Best Paper Award due to her innovative problem-solving abilities, academic excellence, and teaching experience in civil engineering. While her current experience and skills provide a solid foundation, enhancing her research output and broadening her engagement in diverse engineering topics will be crucial for her recognition in the academic community. With a focused effort on publishing and collaborating, Rania has the potential to make significant contributions to civil engineering research.