Ihsan Ihsan Ali | Pavement Engineering | Best Paper Award

Mrs Ihsan Ihsan Ali | Pavement Engineering | Best Paper Award

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.

Basim H. Al-Humeidawi – Pavement Engineering – Best Researcher Award

Basim H. Al-Humeidawi - Pavement Engineering - Best Researcher Award

University of Al-Qadisiyah - Iraq

AUTHOR PROFILE

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PHD IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

Basim H. Al-Humeidawi is a distinguished full professor with a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Manchester, UK, obtained in 2013. His academic journey has equipped him with a profound understanding of various engineering disciplines.

EXPERT IN PAVEMENT ENGINEERING

Specializing in Pavement Engineering, Basim has conducted extensive research in asphalt mixes and their modifications, exploring innovative solutions for pavement materials and road maintenance.

ASPHALT BINDER MODIFICATIONS

One of his notable research areas includes the qualitative evaluation of asphalt binder modified with SBS polymer, enhancing the performance and durability of pavement surfaces.

SUSTAINABLE PAVEMENT MATERIALS

Basim has also researched the efficient use of ceramic waste powder in cementitious grout, contributing to the development of sustainable semi-flexible pavement surfaces, demonstrating his commitment to eco-friendly engineering solutions.

HIGHWAYS AND TRAFFIC ENGINEERING

His expertise extends to highways design and traffic engineering, where he applies advanced principles to improve road safety and efficiency, addressing the complexities of modern transportation systems.

STRUCTURAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING

In the realm of Structural Engineering and Materials Engineering, Basim employs finite element analysis to innovate and optimize engineering designs, ensuring structural integrity and performance.

PROLIFIC RESEARCHER

Basim's contributions to the field are well-documented through his numerous publications, which can be explored on his Google Scholar profile. His research not only advances engineering knowledge but also provides practical solutions to real-world problems.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Influence of Sustainable Grout Material on the Moisture Damage of Semi-flexible Pavement
Authors: R. Al-Nawasir, B. Al-Humeidawi, A. Shubbar
Year: 2024
Journal: Periodica Polytechnica Civil Engineering, 68(3), pp. 961–973

Evaluation of the performance of semi-flexible pavement contained sustainable grout material.
Authors: H.K. Al-Zerejawy, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2024
Conference: AIP Conference Proceedings, 3079(1), 060019

Assessing the Effect of Size and Content of Shredded Paper Fiber on the Properties of Asphalt Binder.
Authors: H.K. Al-Zerejawy, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2024
Conference: AIP Conference Proceedings, 3009(1), 030060

Qualitative Evaluation for Asphalt Binder Modified with SBS Polymer.
Authors: R.I. Al-Nawasir, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2023
Journal: Tikrit Journal of Engineering Sciences, 30(4), pp. 88–101

Investigating the Risk Factors on Crash Severity for Selected Risky Roads in Al-Diwaniyah City by Utilizing a Binary Probit Model.
Authors: M.G. Al-Zubaidi, H. Zubaidi, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2023
Conference: E3S Web of Conferences, 427, 03037

A review into studies related to the effect of the pavement surface condition on traffic safety: A scientometric analysis.
Authors: M.G. Al-Zubaidi, H. Zubaidi, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2023
Journal: Al-Qadisiyah Journal for Engineering Sciences, 16(3), pp. 169–179

Utilization of Plant Waste in the Production of Cementitious Grouts Used for Semi-Flexible Pavements.
Authors: H.K. Al-Zerejawy, B.H. Al-Humeidawi
Year: 2023
Conference: AIP Conference Proceedings, 2775(1), 030004