Mingjun Hu - Road Engineering - Best Researcher Award
Dalian University of Technology - China
AUTHOR PROFILE
🎓 EDUCATION BACKGROUND
Mingjun Hu completed his PhD in Road Engineering at Tongji University, where he specialized in the fields of road materials and transportation engineering under the guidance of Prof. Daquan Sun. He also pursued a joint PhD at TU Wien University, working with Prof. Bernhard Hofko, further expanding his expertise in road engineering. His academic journey reflects his dedication to advancing the field of transportation engineering, particularly in the areas of intelligent maintenance and ecological resilience.
🛤️ RESEARCH INTERESTS
Mingjun Hu’s research is focused on Intelligent Maintenance and Precise Rehabilitation of Road Engineering, along with the ecological effects and resilience of road systems. He is deeply involved in the digitalization and intelligentization of road materials, applying quantum chemistry and molecular simulation to enhance their performance. His work aims to create more sustainable and resilient road infrastructures through innovative technologies and advanced materials.
đź“š PUBLICATIONS
Over the past five years, Mingjun Hu has made significant contributions to the field of road engineering, with over 40 published SCI journal papers. His research has been recognized in high-impact journals such as ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering and the Journal of Cleaner Production. His studies on the aging and rejuvenation of high-viscosity modified asphalt are particularly noteworthy, showcasing his ability to blend molecular dynamics simulation with experimental analysis for optimal results.
🏅 HONORS AND AWARDS
Mingjun Hu’s excellence in research has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Excellent Doctoral Dissertation Award from Tongji University in 2024 and the Shanghai Outstanding Graduate Award in 2023. He also received the Doctoral National Scholarship and the Shanghai Highway Society Science and Technology Award, underscoring his contributions to the advancement of road engineering and transportation science.
🔬 RESEARCH EXPERIENCES
Currently, Mingjun Hu is leading several key research projects, including a study on the multi-source environmental coupled aging behavior of permeable asphalt pavement at Dalian University of Technology. His research also involves the development of anti-aging methods for porous asphalt pavements in extreme environments. Through these projects, he is pioneering new approaches to enhance the durability and performance of road materials under challenging conditions.
đź“– ACADEMIC POSITIONS
In addition to his research, Mingjun Hu holds several academic positions, including serving on the editorial boards of Municipal Engineering and the Journal of Changsha University of Science and Technology. He is also a member of key technical committees at the World Transportation Convention (WTC) and a guest editor for prominent SCI journals. His active involvement in these roles highlights his leadership in the field and his commitment to shaping the future of road engineering.
🌍 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Mingjun Hu is a member of several professional organizations, including the China Highway and Transportation Society and the Shanghai Transportation Society. His memberships reflect his engagement with the broader engineering community and his dedication to contributing to the development of sustainable transportation systems on a national and international scale.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION
Molecular-Atomic Scale Insight on Asphalt-Aggregate Interface Interaction and Seawater Erosion with Different Aging-Resistant Materials Using Molecular Dynamics Simulations
Authors: Hu, M., Zhou, C., Sun, G., Mirwald, J., Sun, D.
Year: 2024
Journal: Energy and Fuels
2D Aggregate Gradation Conversion Framework Integrated with 3D Random Aggregate Method and Machine-Learning for Asphalt Concrete
Authors: Wei, X., Sun, Y., Gong, H., Hu, M., Chen, J.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering
Multiscale Optimization on Polymer-Based Rejuvenators for the Efficient Recycling of Aged High-Viscosity Modified Asphalt: Molecular Dynamics Simulation and Experimental Analysis
Authors: Hu, M., Sun, D., Hofko, B., Mirwald, J., Xu, L.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
Automatic Identification Method for Three-Phase Structure of Pervious Concrete Based on Deep Learning Network of Mask R-CNN
Authors: Yu, F., Cai, H., Zhang, H., Zhang, R., Gao, Z.
Year: 2024
Journal: Construction and Building Materials
Effect of Initial Conditions on the Pore Structure and Bimodal Soil–Water Characteristic Curve of Compacted Granite Residual Soil
Authors: Chen, X., Ma, M., Zhou, S., Zhai, K., Wei, S.
Year: 2024
Journal: Processes