Dr. Mohammad Kheirollahi | Retrofitting | Best Researcher Award
Mohammad Kheirollahi | Sahand University of Technology | Iran
Dr. Mohammad Kheirollahi is a distinguished academic and structural engineer at Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, specializing in earthquake engineering, seismic retrofitting, and the preservation of historical structures. With extensive experience as a designer and supervisor of seismic rehabilitation projects across Iran including historical landmarks, public buildings, and infrastructure he has contributed significantly to advancing resilient and adaptive building technologies. His research integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning into structural assessment and seismic response optimization, with numerous publications in international journals such as Neural Computing and Applications, KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, and Frontiers in Built Environment. Dr. Kheirollahi’s innovations include patented systems in lightweight translucent concrete and buckling-controlled structural members. Recognized with prestigious awards such as the DAAD Award, a Gold Medal at the Geneva Inventions Exhibition, and the Ali Polad Prize, he has also served as an invited speaker and active researcher in global forums. His memberships in professional engineering organizations, contributions to international collaborations with universities in Germany and the UK, and leadership in retrofitting projects highlight his dedication to enhancing seismic safety and sustainable structural design through scientific innovation and practical engineering excellence. His research impact includes 60 citations, 14 publications, and an h-index of 5, underscoring the depth, quality, and international recognition of his scholarly contributions.
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Featured Publications
1. Kheirollahi M., Talatahari S., Farahmandpour C., Gandomi A.H. A multi-stage particle swarm for optimum design of truss structures. Neural Comput. Appl., 2013, 23(5), 1297–1309.
2. Ahani E., Mousavi M.N., Ahani A., Kheirollahi M. The effects of amount and location of openings on lateral behavior of masonry infilled RC frames. KSCE J. Civ. Eng., 2019, 23(5), 2175–2187.
3. Chenaghlou M.R., Ebrahimi A.N., Shahbazi Y., Kheirollahi M., et al. Structural morphology of a masonry space dome in historical Tabriz bazaar complex. Proc. IASS Annu. Symp., 2017, 11, 1–7.
4. Rafezy B., Huynh Q., Gallart H., Kheirollahi M. An innovative method for the seismic retrofitting of existing steel moment frame structures using side plate technology. Improving the Seismic Performance of Existing Buildings and Other Structures, 2015.
5. Chenaghlou M.R., Kheirollahi M., Abedi K., Akbari A., Fathpour A. Inherent adaptive structures using nature-inspired compound elements. Front. Built Environ., 2020, 6, 561902.
Dr. Mohammad Kheirollahi’s pioneering research in seismic retrofitting, structural resilience, and intelligent engineering systems bridges science and societal safety advancing global innovation in earthquake-resistant design and the preservation of historical architecture. His integration of AI-driven modeling and sustainable engineering practices contributes to safer, smarter, and more adaptive built environments worldwide.