Tanbo Pan | Structural Reinforcement | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Tanbo Pan | Structural Reinforcement | Best Researcher Award

Professor, East China Jiaotong University, China

Tanbo Pan is a dedicated scholar and educator in Civil Engineering, specializing in sustainable concrete materials, structural durability optimization, and intelligent monitoring systems. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Tongji University and his Bachelor’s degree from China University of Mining and Technology. Currently, he is a faculty member at East China Jiaotong University, where he lectures on Transportation, Bridge Engineering, and Railway Bridge Engineering. With multiple peer-reviewed publications, his research primarily focuses on reinforced concrete structures, corrosion damage assessment, and acoustic emission techniques. His studies have been published in top-tier journals, highlighting advancements in composite structures and structural health monitoring. His work has received substantial citations, reflecting his impact on the field. Through his academic contributions, Pan continues to influence the development of durable, resilient, and intelligent infrastructure solutions for modern engineering challenges.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

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EDUCATION 🎓

📍 Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2014–2024) – Tongji University
📍 B.E. in Civil Engineering (2014–2018) – China University of Mining and Technology

During his academic tenure, Pan focused on advanced structural durability and sustainable materials. His doctoral research revolved around the coupled effects of corrosion and sustained loading on reinforced concrete structures, incorporating composite reinforcement systems. Throughout his studies, he actively participated in international conferences, collaborated on high-impact research projects, and contributed to scientific advancements in structural health monitoring. His education laid a strong foundation for his expertise in intelligent structural diagnostics and innovative reinforcement techniques.

WORK EXPERIENCE 💼

📍 Teacher, East China Jiaotong University (2024 – Present)
🔹 Delivers lectures on Introduction to Transportation, Bridge Engineering, and Railway Bridge Engineering.
🔹 Conducts research on sustainable concrete materials, structural durability optimization, and intelligent monitoring systems.
🔹 Engages in collaborative projects to improve infrastructure resilience and corrosion-resistant design.

His professional career blends teaching and research, contributing significantly to civil engineering innovations. His expertise in material sustainability and advanced monitoring systems bridges the gap between academia and practical engineering applications.

AWARDS & HONORS 🏆

🏅 Recognized as a leading researcher in reinforced concrete durability and acoustic emission techniques.
🏅 Multiple Best Paper Awards at international conferences on structural health monitoring.
🏅 Honored for his contributions to innovative composite reinforcement methods.
🏅 Acknowledged for academic excellence with an h-index of 6 and over 150 citations.
🏅 Reviewer for high-impact engineering journals, evaluating cutting-edge research.

His accolades reflect his dedication to advancing civil engineering methodologies, particularly in enhancing structural durability and sustainability.

RESEARCH FOCUS 🔬

🛠 Sustainable Concrete Materials – Investigating eco-friendly, high-performance materials for long-term infrastructure sustainability.
🛠 Structural Durability Optimization – Enhancing resilience against environmental degradation and mechanical stress.
🛠 Intelligent Monitoring Systems – Utilizing acoustic emission techniques for real-time damage assessment and structural health monitoring.
🛠 Corrosion Damage & Strengthening Mechanisms – Developing novel reinforcement techniques for reinforced concrete structures.
🛠 Advanced Composite Structures – Exploring the potential of CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers) in modern engineering applications.

His research contributes significantly to improving the safety, efficiency, and durability of civil infrastructure worldwide.

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES 📖

📌 Coupled effects of corrosion damage and sustained loading on the flexural behavior of RC beams strengthened with CFRP anchorage system – Composite Structures, 2022
📌 Damage Pattern Recognition for Corroded Beams Strengthened by CFRP Anchorage System Based on Acoustic Emission Techniques – Construction and Building Materials, 2023
📌 Acoustic emission-based analysis of mechanical behavior and damage evolution in corroded RC square columns – Construction and Building Materials, 2025
📌 Effects of elevated temperature on rubber concrete: Fracture properties and mechanism analysis – Construction and Building Materials, 2025
📌 Fractal characteristics and damage evaluation of corroded beams under four-point bending tests based on acoustic emission techniques – Measurement, 2022
📌 Field Testing and Numerical Simulation of the Effectiveness of Trench Isolation for Reducing Vibration Due to Dynamic Compaction – Applied Sciences, 2023
📌 Localized corrosion induced damage monitoring of large-scale RC piles using acoustic emission technique in the marine environment – Construction and Building Materials, 2020
📌 A hybrid methodology for structural damage detection uniting FEM and 1D-CNNs: Demonstration on typical high-pile wharf – Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 2022
📌 Cracking behavior of reinforced concrete beams strengthened with CFRP anchorage system under cyclic and monotonic loading – Engineering Structures, 2020
📌 Damage Mode Identification of CFRP-Strengthened Beam Based on Acoustic Emission Technique – International Federation for Structural Concrete, 2023
📌 Damage test and monitoring of reinforced concrete (RC) beams under four-point bending – ICITBS Conference, IEEE, 2022
📌 Elastic Properties of the Remolded Soil During Freezing and Thawing Cycle By Bender Elements – IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 2019

CONCLUSION 🏗️

Tanbo Pan is an emerging expert in civil engineering, integrating structural durability, sustainable materials, and intelligent monitoring systems into his research. His contributions to corrosion damage assessment, composite strengthening techniques, and acoustic emission-based diagnostics are advancing infrastructure resilience. As a faculty member at East China Jiaotong University, he is shaping future engineers while driving innovation in sustainable and intelligent structural solutions. His extensive publications, impactful research, and academic achievements solidify his position as a key figure in modern civil engineering.

Nurhan Ecemis | Earthquake Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Nurhan Ecemis | Earthquake Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Civil Engineering, Izmir Institute of technology, Turkey

Dr. Nurhan Ecemis is a distinguished professor in Civil Engineering, specializing in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Buffalo and has made significant contributions to soil liquefaction, soil dynamics, and earthquake engineering. With extensive academic and industry experience, Dr. Ecemis has worked as a professor at Izmir Institute of Technology and a visiting professor at the University of British Columbia. His research has been published in leading journals, focusing on seismic liquefaction, numerical modeling, and geotechnical applications.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

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EDUCATION 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering), State University of New York at Buffalo, USA (2004-2008)
  • M.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering), Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (2001-2003)
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering, First-Class Honors), Istanbul Kultur University, Turkey (1997-2001)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 🏗️

  • Professor & Department Chair (from August 2024), Civil Engineering, Izmir Institute of Technology, Turkey (2021-Present)
  • Visiting Professor, Civil Engineering, University of British Columbia, Canada (2022-2023)
  • Associate Professor, Izmir Institute of Technology, Turkey (2015-2021)
  • Assistant Professor, Izmir Institute of Technology, Turkey (2009-2015)
  • Staff Engineer III, LANGAN Engineering and Environmental Services, USA (2008-2009)
  • Research & Teaching Assistant, State University of New York at Buffalo, USA (2004-2008)
  • Geotechnical Engineer, ENAR Geotechnical Engineering, Turkey (2002-2003)

AWARDS & HONORS 🏅

  • Recognized for outstanding research in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
  • Multiple Best Paper Awards in top geotechnical and earthquake engineering journals
  • Recipient of Marie Curie Fellowship under the EU 7th Framework Program
  • Acknowledged for contributions to seismic liquefaction modeling & soil dynamics

RESEARCH FOCUS 🔬

Dr. Ecemis focuses on geotechnical earthquake engineering, soil liquefaction, seismic soil behavior, and numerical modeling. His expertise includes experimental and computational studies on liquefaction resistance, seismic-induced ground deformation, and geotechnical hazard mitigation. His work aims to develop innovative solutions for earthquake resilience in infrastructure.

PUBLICATION TOP NOTES 📚

  • Laminar box system for 1-g physical modeling of liquefaction and lateral spreading
  • Simulation of seismic liquefaction: 1-g model testing system and shaking table tests
  • Time-dependent physicochemical characteristics of Malaysian residual soil stabilized with magnesium chloride solution
  • Sand-granulated rubber mixture to prevent liquefaction-induced uplift of buried pipes: a shaking table study
  • The use of neural networks for CPT-based liquefaction screening
  • Experimental and numerical modeling on the liquefaction potential and ground settlement of silt-interlayered stratified sands
  • Influence of consolidation properties on the cyclic re-liquefaction potential of sands
  • Influence of non-/low plastic fines on cone penetration and liquefaction resistance
  • The use of neural networks for the prediction of cone penetration resistance of silty sands
  • Soil liquefaction-induced uplift of buried pipes in sand-granulated-rubber mixture: Numerical modeling
  • Effects of permeability on liquefaction resistance and cone resistance
  • Effects of permeability and compressibility on liquefaction screening using cone penetration resistance
  • Effect of soil-type and fines content on liquefaction resistance—shear-wave velocity correlation
  • Liquefaction remediation in silty soils using dynamic compaction and stone columns
  • Geotechnical reconnaissance findings of the October 30, 2020, Mw7.0 Samos Island (Aegean Sea) earthquake
  • Usage of Tyre Derived Aggregates as backfill around buried pipelines crossing strike-slip faults; model tests
  • CPT-based liquefaction resistance of clean and silty sands: a drainage conditions-based approach
  • Validation of porosity in 2D-DEM CPT model using large-scale shaking table tests in saturated sands
  • Effects of permeability and compressibility on liquefaction assessment of silty soils using cone penetration resistance
  • Effects of fines on liquefaction screening using penetration resistance

Mr Mohammadamin Mirdarsoltan | Coastal Protection | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Mohammadamin Mirdarsoltan | Coastal Protection | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate , University of MiAMI ,United States 

Dr. Mohammadamin Mirdarsoltany is a dedicated structural engineer with a strong background in materials science and reinforced concrete design. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Miami, where his research focused on the application of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) bars in concrete reinforcement, specifically for seawalls. With a proven track record of excellence, Dr. Mirdarsoltany is an active member of several professional engineering organizations, including the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). His passion for advancing sustainable construction techniques is demonstrated through numerous published research papers and contributions to industry standards. Skilled in various engineering software such as SAP2000, ETABS, and ABAQUS, he continues to contribute to the field of structural engineering by enhancing the durability and performance of reinforced concrete structures through innovative materials and techniques.

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Strengths for the Award:

  • Innovative Research Focus: Dr. Mirdarsoltany’s work on sustainable materials like FRP and hybrid composites has direct applications in improving infrastructure resilience against coastal and seismic challenges. His ability to integrate advanced materials science with structural engineering is commendable.
  • Publication Record: His extensive publication record, particularly in high-impact journals, underscores his contribution to the field of civil engineering. He has authored several highly-cited articles related to innovative reinforcement methods for concrete structures.
  • Professional Engagement: Active membership in leading professional organizations such as ACI and ASCE reflects his commitment to the field and continuous professional development.

Areas for Improvement:

  • Wider Industry Impact: While his research is highly relevant, expanding his influence into large-scale industry applications, including collaborations with engineering firms and governmental bodies, could amplify the real-world impact of his work.
  • Interdisciplinary Projects: Pursuing more interdisciplinary research, particularly involving environmental engineers or urban planners, could broaden the scope of his impact on sustainable infrastructure solutions.

 

Education 

Dr. Mohammadamin Mirdarsoltany completed his PhD in Civil Engineering at the University of Miami, Florida, focusing on the effects of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) bars for concrete reinforcement, particularly in seawalls. His dissertation was supervised by Prof. Antonio Nanni. He also holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Earthquake Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, where he researched improving the ductility of composite bars through hybridization, under the guidance of Dr. Alireza Rahai and Dr. Farzad Hatami. Dr. Mirdarsoltany’s academic background is complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Islamic Azad University, South Tehran Branch. Throughout his education, he has gained expertise in advanced structural analysis, finite element analysis, concrete material science, seismic design, and sustainable construction. His diverse academic foundation has equipped him to address critical challenges in structural engineering, particularly in concrete durability and reinforcement systems.

Research Focus 

Dr. Mohammadamin Mirdarsoltany’s research focuses on the development and application of advanced reinforcement materials, such as Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (FRP) and hybrid composite bars, for improving the performance of concrete structures. His work aims to enhance the durability, ductility, and sustainability of reinforced concrete, particularly for infrastructure subjected to harsh environmental conditions like seawalls and buildings in seismic zones. His research explores the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and seismic performance of various composite materials, including basalt-carbon and basalt-steel hybrid composites. Through experimental investigations and analytical studies, Dr. Mirdarsoltany strives to optimize the use of sustainable materials in construction, contributing to safer, more efficient, and environmentally friendly engineering practices. His interdisciplinary research bridges materials science, structural engineering, and sustainable construction techniques to address real-world challenges in concrete reinforcement and structural performance.

 

Publications 

  1. “Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) in concrete: A comprehensive survey” 📚
  2. “Evaluating GFRP bars under axial compression and quantifying load-damage correlation” 🏗️
  3. “A comprehensive review of the effects of different simulated environmental conditions and hybridization processes on the mechanical behavior of different FRP bars” 🌍
  4. “Influence of metakaolin on fresh properties, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of concrete and its sustainability issues: A review” 🌿
  5. “Investigating tensile behavior of sustainable basalt–carbon, basalt–steel, and basalt–steel-wire hybrid composite bars” 💪
  6. “Experimental Investigation on the Ductility of Concrete Deep Beams Reinforced with Basalt-Carbon and Basalt-Steel Wire Hybrid Composite Bars” 🏢
  7. “Performance Evaluation of CFRP Strengthened Corrosion-Proof Columns” 🏢⚙️

Conclusion

Dr. Mirdarsoltany’s research on sustainable and resilient structural reinforcement materials makes him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work combines innovative material science with real-world engineering challenges, contributing significantly to both academia and industry. His continued focus on coastal protection and seismic resilience has the potential to shape the future of structural engineering, making him a promising leader in his field.