Beijing Jiaotong University - China

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JIHUI XING: LEADING EXPERT IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 🌟

EDUCATION AND ACADEMIC JOURNEY 📚

Jihui Xing is currently a Professor at Beijing Jiaotong University, specializing in Civil Engineering within the School of Civil Engineering. Her academic career spans over two decades, marked by significant contributions to the field. She obtained her Master's degree and subsequently embarked on a path of extensive research and scholarly pursuits.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND CONTRIBUTIONS 🏗️

With an illustrious career, Jihui has held pivotal roles including Assistant Researcher at North Dakota State University and Assistant Research Fellow at Imperial College London. Her research focuses on the performance of large-span space structures, encompassing static and seismic behaviors, as well as design methodologies for components and systems within space lattice structures.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IMPACT 🚀

Jihui Xing has led numerous influential research projects, notably as the principal investigator for three National Natural Science Foundation of China projects and major initiatives with the China State Railway Group Corporation. Her work addresses complex multi-hazard coupling effects and micro-damage ontology in steel structures. Jihui has published extensively in renowned journals such as Engineering Structures, Structures, and Journal of Constructional Steel Research, contributing significantly to the advancement of civil engineering knowledge.

INNOVATIONS AND EXTENSION ACTIVITIES 🌐

As a thought leader, Jihui has authored critical industry standards, including the "Technical Standard for High-speed Railway Cross-line Steel Structure Inspection and Appraisal" for the China Steel Structure Association. Her expertise and leadership in structural integrity and performance evaluation continue to shape standards and practices within the field.

FUTURE ENDEAVORS AND MOTIVATIONS 🌱

Driven by a passion for innovation and academic excellence, Jihui Xing remains committed to pushing the boundaries of civil engineering research. Her ongoing dedication to advancing structural design methodologies and enhancing infrastructure resilience underscores her enduring impact on the discipline.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP 🤝

Beyond her scholarly pursuits, Jihui actively engages in community and academic leadership roles, fostering collaboration and knowledge dissemination across international platforms. Her contributions to education and professional development exemplify her commitment to nurturing the next generation of civil engineers.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS 🏆

Throughout her career, Jihui Xing has garnered recognition for her outstanding contributions to civil engineering research and education, solidifying her status as a leading authority in the field.

VISION FOR THE FUTURE 🌍

Looking ahead, Jihui aims to continue her groundbreaking research, leveraging her expertise to address emerging challenges in civil engineering and contribute to sustainable infrastructure development globally.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Fracture properties of corroded steel under monotonic tension load 2024

MARCO DOMANESCHI – Sustainable seismic impact – Best Researcher Award

Posted on 20/01/202420/01/2024 by ScienceFather

Dr. MARCO DOMANESCHI - Sustainable seismic impact - Best Researcher Award

Politecnico di Torino - Italy

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Dr. MARCO DOMANESCHI embarked on his academic journey by obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Pavia in 1998. His early dedication to the field set the stage for his subsequent accomplishments in academia.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

After completing his undergraduate studies, Dr. Domaneschi pursued a specialization course in Structural Control and Health Monitoring at UPC in Barcelona, Spain, in 1999, supported by a scholarship from the University of Pavia. In 2006, he earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pavia, receiving the highest honors. Throughout his career, he held various positions, including being a visiting scholar at UPC Barcelona and Princeton University.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS:

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Structural, Geotechnical, and Building Engineering (DISEG) of Politecnico di Torino, Dr. Domaneschi has contributed significantly to earthquake engineering, resilience of the built environment, structural design, and intelligent infrastructure. His involvement in teaching courses like "Earthquake Engineering and Resilience of the Built Environment" reflects his commitment to nurturing future engineers.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Dr. Domaneschi's impact extends beyond the classroom. As a Board Member of the Doctoral Program ASTIS at the University of Foggia, he actively contributes to doctoral courses, focusing on safety, resilience of critical infrastructures, and protection techniques for the built environment and communities. His influence is further underscored by his role as an evaluator for the National Agency for the Evaluation of the University System and Research in 2022.

ACADEMIC CITES:

Acknowledged as one of the top 2% most-cited scientists by Stanford and the recipient of the Wiley Top Downloaded Article Certification, Dr. Domaneschi's research has left a lasting imprint on the academic community. His numerous collaborations with universities and his role in teaching activities demonstrate his dedication to the advancement of structural and seismic engineering.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS:

Dr. MARCO DOMANESCHI's legacy lies in his multidimensional contributions to academia, professional practice, and research. As he continues to shape the future of structural engineering through teaching, research, and evaluations, his influence is poised to grow, leaving an indelible mark on the field.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Numerical models comparison for fluid-viscous dampers: Performance investigations through Genetic Algorithm.

Large scale simulation of pedestrian seismic evacuation including panic behavior.

Fatima Hlal | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 26/12/202326/12/2023 by ScienceFather

Mrs. Fatima Hlal | Chalmers University of Technology | Sweden

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Fatima Hlal, currently an Industrial PhD student at WSP & Chalmers, started her academic journey by graduating in 2011 from Al-Baath University in Syria with an Honor Degree, ranking first in her class. She later pursued a Master of Science in Structural Design and Building Technology at Chalmers University of Technology.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

With four years of experience as a Civil Structural Engineer in Saudi Arabia, Fatima contributed to the structural design of various projects, including palaces, mosques, commercial buildings, and high-end villas. Subsequently, she worked as a Lecturer at Albaath University in Syria, teaching geotechnical subjects, foundation, and soil mechanics.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS:

Currently an Industrial PhD student at WSP & Chalmers, Fatima is exploring a sustainable design solution for road bridges involving girders with stainless steel corrugated webs. Her research interests encompass steel structures, stainless steel, corrugated web girders, life cycle cost (LCC), life cycle assessment (LCA), local plate buckling, and fatigue.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Fatima's impactful contributions are evident in her research publications. Notably, her work on "Stainless Steel Corrugated Web Girders for Composite Road Bridges" has been published in reputable journals and has garnered attention in the engineering and structural design community.

ACADEMIC CITES:

Fatima's academic influence extends to her publications in recognized journals such as "Engineering Structures" and "Journal of Constructional Steel Research." Her research on stainless steel corrugated web girders has contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field of composite road bridges.

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES:

Fatima's educational journey includes a Licentiate of Engineering degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a specialization in steel and timber structures from Chalmers University of Technology. Her academic achievements and awards include an Honor Degree from Al-Baath University.

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES:

As an Industrial PhD student, Fatima has made significant contributions to the understanding and optimization of stainless steel corrugated web girders for composite road bridges. Her research has been published in prestigious journals and has been presented at conferences.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Flange buckling in stainless-steel corrugated webs I-girders under pure bending: Numerical study. 2023