Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Shafiur Rahman | Food Process Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Associate Professor at State University of Bangladesh, Bangladesh
An accomplished academic and dedicated researcher in the field of civil and structural engineering, this nominee serves as an Assistant Professor at a premier institute in India. With a specialization in seismic design, structural performance, and sustainable construction materials, the candidate has contributed significantly to engineering education and research. Their work integrates advanced modeling tools and interdisciplinary methods to address real-world challenges in infrastructure resilience and environmental sustainability. Through leadership in both classroom instruction and research collaborations, this individual has built a solid reputation for academic excellence and technical innovation.
Profile
EDUCATION
The nominee holds a strong academic foundation in civil and structural engineering. After completing an undergraduate degree in civil engineering from a reputed university, they pursued a master’s degree in structural engineering, where they deepened their knowledge of advanced concrete design and structural systems. Their academic journey culminated in a doctorate in structural engineering from a top Indian Institute of Technology, with a research focus on the seismic behavior and performance-based analysis of reinforced concrete structures. Throughout their education, the candidate consistently demonstrated analytical rigor and a deep commitment to research in structural safety and earthquake resilience.
EXPERIENCE
With over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and consultancy, the candidate has held positions at renowned academic institutions. Currently serving as Assistant Professor, they are actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses including reinforced concrete structures, steel design, and earthquake-resistant design. The nominee has supervised numerous master’s dissertations and doctoral research, providing mentorship and promoting innovation in structural engineering. Their experience also includes involvement in consultancy projects, structural audits, and technical committees related to building codes and safety standards. The nominee’s consistent engagement in academic and professional development activities highlights their dedication to institutional growth and technical leadership.
RESEARCH INTEREST
The nominee’s research interests are centered around performance-based seismic design, fragility analysis of structures, hybrid fiber-reinforced concrete, and sustainability in construction. Their work explores the integration of experimental testing and numerical modeling to assess the behavior of reinforced concrete frames under dynamic loads. Additionally, they investigate the use of recycled aggregates and advanced materials to promote eco-friendly construction practices. A recent area of interest includes the application of artificial intelligence in predicting the mechanical properties of concrete and optimizing structural performance under uncertain loading conditions. Their interdisciplinary approach has led to innovative findings with both academic and practical relevance.
AWARD
The nominee has received notable recognition for their scholarly contributions and academic leadership. They have been nominated for the Best Researcher Award in Structural Engineering and received a Best Paper Award at a major international conference on seismic risk reduction. Their participation in government-funded research programs and faculty development initiatives, including the prestigious Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN), reflects their standing in the academic community. Additionally, their contributions to technical workshops, journal peer reviews, and code formulation panels underline their commitment to advancing the field through knowledge dissemination and technical service.
PUBLICATION
The nominee’s research has been published in internationally reputed journals and cited widely in the engineering community. Their top publications include:
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Engineering Structures, 2018 – “Performance-based seismic design of RC buildings using nonlinear time history analysis” (Cited by 68 articles).
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Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 2019 – “Seismic fragility assessment of RC frames using pushover analysis” (Cited by 54 articles).
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Construction and Building Materials, 2020 – “Experimental and numerical investigation of hybrid fiber-reinforced concrete” (Cited by 49 articles).
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Natural Hazards Review, 2021 – “Fragility curves for low-rise Indian RC buildings” (Cited by 36 articles).
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Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 2021 – “Artificial neural network-based prediction of concrete compressive strength” (Cited by 27 articles).
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Materials Today: Proceedings, 2022 – “Sustainable use of recycled aggregates in concrete mixtures” (Cited by 21 articles).
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Structural Engineering and Mechanics, 2023 – “Comparative seismic performance of base-isolated and fixed-base buildings” (Cited by 13 articles).
These publications collectively highlight the nominee’s expertise in structural analysis, sustainable materials, and computational modeling.
CONCLUSION
SUITABILITY FOR BEST RESEARCHER AWARD
With a robust academic foundation, impactful research output, dedication to teaching, and recognized professional contributions, this individual stands out as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Their work not only advances scientific understanding but also addresses real-world challenges, making a substantial contribution to the field of civil and structural engineering.