VENKATESWARA RAO – Concrete making materials – Best Researcher Award

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.

Faiz Uddin Ahmed Shaikh – construction materials – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Faiz Uddin Ahmed Shaikh - construction materials - Best Researcher Award

Curtin University - Australia

AUTHOR PROFILE

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Dr. Faiz Uddin Ahmed Shaikh's academic journey has been marked by excellence and dedication. His early academic pursuits laid the groundwork for a prolific career in civil and mechanical engineering.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

As a Professor in the School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at Curtin University, Dr. Shaikh's professional standing is notable. His role involves unit and course coordination, with a focus on structural analysis and advanced modeling at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels construction materials.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS construction materials:

Dr. Shaikh's contributions to the field are significant, evident in his supervision of numerous PhD and Masters students. His research output includes an impressive number of publications, with a keen focus on topics such as construction materials, sustainability, and corrosion.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Dr. Shaikh's impact extends beyond academia, as reflected in his Fellow status at the Institute of Engineers, Australia, and memberships in various international associations. His involvement as an APEC Engineer and Chartered Professional Engineer further underscores his influence in the engineering domain.

ACADEMIC CITES:

With an outstanding record, Dr. Shaikh's research has garnered substantial attention. His Google Scholar and Scopus citations, with h-indices of 59 and 54 respectively, demonstrate the broad influence of his work within the scientific community.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS:

Dr. Shaikh's legacy is marked by an array of grants totaling A$3.285 million, reflecting his commitment to pioneering research. His role in various funded projects, ranging from corrosion studies to the development of sustainable construction materials, suggests a lasting impact on the field construction materials.

AWARDS:

Recognition for Dr. Shaikh's work includes nominations for Research Team of the Year, Top Cited Article awards, and prestigious accolades such as the IAAM Scientist Medal. These awards affirm his dedication and excellence in research.

SERVICES TO RESEARCH:

Dr. Shaikh actively contributes to the research community as an Associate Editor for renowned journals and a reviewer for esteemed institutions like the Australian Research Council (ARC). Additionally, he has examined numerous PhD theses and assessed research grant proposals for global entities construction materials.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE AND SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS:

As a testament to his leadership, Dr. Shaikh has been an integral part of organizing committees for international conferences. His role as a keynote and invited speaker at various conferences worldwide underscores his reputation as an expert in his field.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Rheological behaviour, hydration, and microstructure of self-compacting concrete incorporating ground ferronickel slag as partial cement replacement.