Sona S | Sustainable Concrete Production | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sona S | Sustainable Concrete Production | Best Researcher Award

Research Associate, Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation, Chennai, India

S.Sona is a highly accomplished Structural Engineer with an M.E. in Structural Engineering from Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi, with a first-class distinction (CGPA 9.49). She also holds a B.E. in Civil Engineering from Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology, Madurai, where she was awarded a Gold Medal. She has contributed significantly to research and academics, with numerous publications and presentations at prestigious conferences. A member of various professional bodies, including The Institution of Engineers (India) and the American Society of Civil Engineers, she continues to advance her expertise in the field of sustainable and advanced concrete production. Sona is also dedicated to environmental sustainability, exemplified by her work on green concrete and other eco-friendly technologies.

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Education

S.Sona completed her M.E. in Structural Engineering with first-class distinction from Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi, in May 2023. During her undergraduate studies, she earned a B.E. in Civil Engineering from Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology, Madurai, graduating with distinction and receiving a Gold Medal in May 2021. Her education has been marked by academic excellence, which includes recognition through multiple awards. Sona is committed to enhancing her knowledge through ongoing learning and specialized training, evident from her participation in various NPTEL courses, workshops, and research-focused programs.

Experience

S.Sona has gained valuable industry experience, first as an Assistant Professor at National Engineering College, Kovilpatti, where she contributed to civil engineering education from June 2023 to January 2024. In February 2024, she joined Aarupadai Veedu Institute of Technology as a Research Associate. Her teaching and research roles have strengthened her expertise in concrete technology, structural engineering, and sustainable construction practices. Additionally, her professional experience is complemented by involvement in numerous academic projects and presentations at national and international conferences, making her a sought-after figure in academia and research.

Research Focus

S.Sona’s research primarily focuses on sustainable concrete production and advanced structural engineering. Her work explores the use of special concrete, admixtures, and green building materials to reduce environmental impact while enhancing concrete performance. She has investigated innovative materials like polymer-modified interlocking paver blocks, lightweight concrete, and translucent concrete. Sona’s research aims to develop more sustainable solutions for construction, including eco-friendly concrete alternatives using industrial waste and natural fibers, thus contributing to environmental conservation and resource optimization in civil engineering practices.

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Study on Mechanical Properties of Polymer Modified Interlocking Paver Block using crumb rubber and silica fume,” E-ISSN: 2582-3078, BL Publications, August 2023.
  2. “A study on Performance of Luminance and strength characteristics of High Strength Translucent concrete,” E-ISSN: 2582-3078, BL Publications, August 2023.

 

 

Xuhao Wang | Green High-Performance Concrete Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Xuhao Wang | Green High-Performance Concrete Materials | Best Researcher Award

Associate Director of the Airport Engineering Department, Chang’an University, China

Dr. Xuhao Wang is a distinguished scholar and engineer specializing in road and airport engineering, materials science, and sustainable infrastructure. He earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees from Iowa State University, USA, and is a Registered Engineer-in-Training in Iowa. Dr. Wang is currently the Associate Director of the Airport Engineering Department at Chang’an University and the Deputy Director of the International Cooperative Joint Laboratory for Sustainable Road Transportation Infrastructure. He has published over 50 SCI-indexed papers and contributed to American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards. His innovative research has garnered numerous awards, including the National Teaching Achievement Prize and the Provincial Science and Technology Achievement Prize.

PROFILE

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STRENGTHS FOR THE AWARD

  1. Academic and Professional Excellence:
    • Earned a Doctor of Engineering and completed postdoctoral research, reflecting a strong foundation in both academic learning and applied research.
    • Registered Engineer-in-Training in Iowa, showcasing recognized professional competence.
    • Held prestigious roles, including Associate Director of the Airport Engineering Department at Chang’an University and Deputy Director of the International Cooperative Joint Laboratory.
  2. Research Contributions:
    • Authored over 50 SCI-indexed papers with high impact, including more than 30 as first or corresponding author, in top-tier journals like Cement and Concrete Composites and Construction and Building Materials.
    • Over 700 citations in Web of Science (WOS), with an h-index of 16, indicating sustained influence in the field.
    • Research spans critical areas like road and airport engineering, materials science, and the degradation mechanisms of concrete in extreme conditions.
  3. Recognition and Impact:
    • Contributed to compiling standards for AASHTO, highlighting practical impact on the industry.
    • Received the second prize for National Teaching Achievement and the first prize for Provincial Science and Technology Achievement.
    • Collaborated internationally and participated in interdisciplinary research, fostering global connections in transportation infrastructure.
  4. Scientific Leadership:
    • Played a vital role in advancing sustainable development in road transportation infrastructure.
    • Guided and collaborated with a wide network of professionals and researchers, as evidenced by over 130 co-authors.

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENTS

Diversification of Impact Metrics:

    • While citation metrics are strong, expanding collaborations across non-English publications and global projects could further enhance global recognition.
  2. Funding and Grants:
    • Securing and leading more awarded research grants could underscore leadership in resource mobilization.
  3. Outreach and Applications:
    • Increasing participation in international conferences, workshops, and public outreach programs could broaden visibility and demonstrate applied impact to a broader audience.

EDUCATION 

Dr. Wang received his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University, USA, where he focused on pavement materials and sustainable infrastructure. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Concrete Research Center for Road Engineering, USA. His advanced education laid a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research in road and airport engineering.

EXPERIENCE 

From 2014 to 2018, Dr. Wang served as an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University and a Researcher at the National Concrete Research Center for Road Engineering. Since 2018, he has held key roles at Chang’an University, advancing sustainable road engineering and fostering international collaborations. He was also appointed as an Associate Researcher at Qinghai University’s Sanjiangyuan Research Institute in 2017.

AWARDS AND HONORS 

Dr. Wang’s achievements include the second prize for National Teaching Achievement and the first prize for Provincial Science and Technology Achievement. He was selected for the Shaanxi Provincial Talent Program in 2018, recognizing his impactful contributions to sustainable infrastructure research.

RESEARCH FOCUS 

Dr. Wang’s research emphasizes the interdisciplinary study of road and airport engineering, pavement materials, and sustainable infrastructure. His projects explore innovative materials, multi-field coupling damage mechanisms, and thermophysical properties of pavements.

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES

  • Development of Practical Approaches to Quantify Pavement Thermophysical Properties 🌍
  • Research Progress on Multi-Field Coupling Damage Mechanism of Concrete in Alpine Regions 🏔️
  • Image-based Method for Evaluating Changes in Aggregate Materials 📸
  • Rheological and Toughening Behavior of Basalt Fiber Sprayed Cementitious Composites 🧪
  • Pavement Foundation Support and Drainage Evaluations 🚧
  • Increase in Concrete Air Content due to Excessive Internal Vibration 💨
  • Rheological Analysis of Tuff Manufactured Sand Concrete 🏗️
  • Fracture Behavior of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Asphalt Concrete 🛣️
  • Effect of Basalt Fiber Addition on Cement Concrete: A Focused Review 📖

CONCLUSION

Xuhao Wang’s accomplishments in road and airport engineering, combined with his significant contributions to materials science and interdisciplinary research, position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative approach to practical problems, outstanding publication record, and leadership roles underline his qualifications. With continued emphasis on global collaborations and grant acquisition, his future contributions will likely set new benchmarks in the field.

SURIYAPRAKASH – Advanced Concrete Technology – Best Researcher Award

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SURIYAPRAKASH - Advanced Concrete Technology - Best Researcher Award

SRM Institute of Science and Technology - India

AUTHOR PROFILE

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CAREER OBJECTIVE

SURIYAPRAKASH aims to secure a challenging position that allows for effective contribution of skills and abilities while fostering professional growth through resourcefulness, innovation, and flexibility.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Currently, Suriyaprakash is a Research Assistant at the Center for Environmental Nuclear Research, SRMIST, where he has been working since July 2019. Prior to this, he was a Research Scholar at the same center from January 2016 to June 2019 and a Research Associate in the Department of Biotechnology, SRMIST from July 2012 to June 2014. He has also held the position of Research Assistant at SRMIST from July 2010 to May 2011 and served as Office In-charge (Maintenance) in SRM Hostels, SRM University from September 2010 to December 2015.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Suriyaprakash has part-time teaching experience at CSC Computer Education, Valapaadi, Salem, where he worked from July 2005 to August 2006. His responsibilities included observing and evaluating student performance, developing schemes of work and lesson plans, and providing various learning materials and resources.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Throughout his career, he has been responsible for maintaining records, preparing bills in ERP, controlling hostel systems, handling office works, receiving student complaints, maintaining student attendance, and ensuring compliance with hostel rules and regulations.

ADDITIONAL COURSES

Suriyaprakash has completed several additional courses, including a Diploma in Medical Lab Technician (DMLT) from Naga Institute of Paramedical Science, certified by Bharat Sevak Samaj, a Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) from CSC Computer Education, and Medical Coding from Tech Skills, Anna Nagar, Chennai.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

His research experience includes projects funded by IGCAR at the Center for Environmental Nuclear Research, where he has been involved in significant research activities contributing to advancements in environmental nuclear research.

ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES

In addition to his research and teaching roles, Suriyaprakash has also managed administrative tasks such as maintaining hostel systems and records, preparing ERP bills, and supervising student activities and compliance with regulations at SRM University Hostels.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Electrospun nanofibers synthesized from polymers incorporated with bioactive compounds for wound healing 2024

VENKATESWARA RAO – Concrete making materials – Best Researcher Award

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VENKATESWARA RAO - Concrete making materials - Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Technology Warangal - India

AUTHOR PROFILE

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ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

VENKATESWARA RAO holds a B.Tech. in Civil Engineering from J. N. T. College of Engineering, Kakinada, achieving First Class honors. He earned his M.Tech. in Structural Engineering with Distinction from J. N. T. U, Hyderabad, followed by a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from J. N. T. University, Hyderabad.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

With 23 years of teaching experience, RAO is currently a Professor at the National Institute of Technology, Warangal. He served as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at the same institution and previously taught as a Lecturer at V. R. Siddhartha Engineering College, Vijayawada. His expertise spans subjects such as Steel Structures, Mechanics of Materials, Concrete Technology, and Surveying at the B.Tech. level, and Theory of Elasticity and Rehabilitation of Structures at the M.Tech. level.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

RAO's research focuses on Self-Compacting Concrete, Geopolymer Concrete, and Fiber Reinforced Concrete, with a particular emphasis on the durability and innovative applications of these materials.

INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION

He has been selected as a research scientist under the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic, spending time at the Slovak Academy of Science and Instituto Superior Técnico, Technical University of Lisbon, Portugal, enhancing his research perspectives and international collaboration.

REVIEWER AND ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES

RAO serves as a reviewer for esteemed journals including ACI - Structural and Material Journal, Elsevier - Journal of Building Engineering, Elsevier - Journal of Sustainable materials and Technologies, and SERC - Journal of Structural Engineering. He has held administrative positions such as Associate Dean and Coordinator at NIT Warangal, contributing significantly to research and consultancy activities.

INNOVATIVE TEACHING METHODS

He is known for adopting innovative teaching methods, including preparing PPT presentations for various subjects to enhance learning experiences for students.