Naim Sedira | Building Construction Technology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Naim Sedira | Building Construction Technology | Research Excellence Award

Researcher | University of Granada | Spain

Dr. Naim Sedira is a postdoctoral researcher at the Centre of Materials and Building Technologies, University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, with expertise in civil engineering materials. He has actively contributed to international research projects, academic committees, and doctoral juries. His work bridges fundamental material science with applied construction technology, supporting sustainable and performance-driven solutions for the built environment. His research centers on waste based alkali-activated binders, the valorization of mining and industrial by-products, microstructural and mechanical characterization, and biomimetic approaches in civil engineering, with publications in high-impact scientific journals. His scholarly work demonstrates significant research impact, with 164 citations, 13 publications, and an h-index of 6.

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Alireza Toloukian | Building Construction Technology | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Alireza Toloukian | Building Construction Technology | Editorial Board Member

Professor | Iran University of Science and Technology | Iran

Dr. Ali Reza Tolou Kian, Assistant Professor of Rail Structure and Track Engineering at the Iran University of Science and Technology, is a specialist in railway track mechanics whose expertise encompasses ballast behavior, sleeper performance, rail corrugation detection, vibration attenuation, and structural connections. His professional background includes university-level teaching, research leadership, and prior experience assisting in construction project management, supported by advanced skills in experimental modal analysis, geotechnical and structural testing, and numerical modeling using FEM-based platforms. Dr. Tolou Kian has made substantial contributions to railway engineering through studies on sand-contaminated ballast, dynamic sleeper behavior, tire-derived aggregate applications, geogrid-reinforced ballast, and large-scale direct shear performance, resulting in numerous publications in high-impact international journals. He has supervised several graduate theses focused on rail corrugation monitoring, structural health assessment, ballast contamination effects, and vibration control, demonstrating strong academic mentorship. His professional activities include membership in the Tehran Construction Engineering Organization, reviewing for multiple international journals and conferences, and contributing to the design and development of specialized laboratory equipment. His research impact includes 310 citations, 13 publications, and an h-index of 10.

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Sadeghi J., Toloukian A., Zarei M.A., Khani N., Improvement of ballast behavior by inclusion of tire-derived aggregates with optimum size. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 458, 139530.

Sadeghi J., Kian A.R.T., Ghiasinejad H., Moqaddam M.F., Motevalli S., Effectiveness of geogrid reinforcement in improvement of mechanical behavior of sand-contaminated ballast. Geotext. Geomembr., 2020, 48(6), 768–779.

Tolou Kian A.R., Sadeghi J., Zakeri J.A., Large-scale direct shear tests on sand-contaminated ballast. Geotech. Eng., 2018, 171(5), 451–461.

Sadeghi J., Tolou Kian A.R., Shater Khabbazi A., Improvement of mechanical properties of railway track concrete sleepers using steel fibers. J. Mater. Civ. Eng., 2016, 28(11), 04016131.

Tolou Kian A.R., Sadeghi J., Zakeri J.A., Influences of railway ballast sand contamination on loading pattern of pre-stressed concrete sleeper. Constr. Build. Mater., 2020, 233.

Dr. Ali Reza Tolou Kian’s research advances the safety, resilience, and sustainability of railway infrastructure through innovative improvements in ballast behavior, sleeper performance, and track vibration mitigation. His work bridges scientific rigor with industry needs, delivering practical solutions that enhance railway durability, reduce maintenance costs, and support modern transportation development. He envisions railway systems that are smarter, more efficient, and engineered through data-driven experimentation and advanced material technologies.

Hakan Yalçıner | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Hakan Yalçıner | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University | Turkey

Professor Hakan Yalciner is Chair of the Department of Civil Engineering at Erzincan University, where he specializes in structural and earthquake engineering. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering with a specialization in structural and materials engineering from Eastern Mediterranean University, complemented by visiting doctoral research at McMaster University, as well as MSc and BSc degrees in Civil Engineering with a focus on construction management. With extensive academic and leadership experience, he has served in various capacities including head of department, faculty board member, research assistant, and faculty coordinator, contributing significantly to curriculum development and laboratory advancement. His research focuses on the seismic performance and durability of reinforced concrete structures, corrosion effects, bond-slip behavior, and strengthening techniques, resulting in a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications in leading journals such as ACI Structural Journal, Structural Concrete, and Cement and Concrete Research. He has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects funded by prominent institutions, and has presented widely at major conferences. Professor Yalciner has received recognition for his contributions through editorial appointments in multiple journals, including roles as editor, associate editor, and advisory board member, and he serves as a voting member of several American Concrete Institute committees. His professional memberships, editorial leadership, and impactful research establish him as a leading expert in structural engineering and corrosion-related performance of reinforced concrete systems. His scholarly impact is reflected in 773 citations, 24 publications, and an h-index of 14.

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1. Yalciner H., Marar K., Experimental study on the bond strength of different geometries of corroded and uncorroded reinforcement bars. J. Mater. Civ. Eng., 2017, 29(7), 05017002.

2. Yitmen I., Sevay H., Taneri C., Yalciner H., An expert system for quantifying the impact of change orders on project performance. Proceedings of the ICCCBE-ICCC-ASCE-DMUCE-CIB-W78-W102 Joint International Conference on Computing and Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, 2006, 1605–1613.

3. Yalciner H., Kumbasaroglu A., Ergun U., Effects of geo-grid and conventional stirrups on reinforced concrete beams with polypropylene fibers. Structures, 2018, 13, 230–242.

4. Turan A.I., Ayaz Y., Yalciner H., Kumbasaroglu A., An experimental evaluation on structural performance level of corroded reinforced concrete frames. Eng. Struct., 2025, 325, 119479.

5. Hedayat A.A., Yalciner H., Assessment of an existing RC building before and after strengthening using nonlinear static procedure and incremental dynamic analysis. Shock Vib., 2010, 17(4–5), 619–629.

Syed Mustakim | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Syed Mustakim | Building Construction Technology | Best Researcher Award

Senior Technical Officer | CSIR Institute Of Minerals And Materials Technology | India

Dr. Syed Mohammed Mustakim, Senior Technical Officer at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar, under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Government of India, is a distinguished expert in the utilization of industrial and mining wastes for sustainable cementitious and building materials. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from KIIT University, a PG Diploma in Cement Technology from NCCBM, a PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from IGNOU, and an MBA in Marketing Management from Jaipur National University. With over two decades of professional experience across leading research institutions and industries, Dr. Mustakim has spearheaded pioneering projects on waste-to-wealth technologies, geopolymer composites, and eco-friendly construction materials, leading to multiple licensed technologies, patents, and collaborations with major industries. He has authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications, 10 book chapters, and numerous conference papers, and has made significant contributions as a Ph.D. supervisor and examiner. His leadership extends to organizing international seminars, technology transfer initiatives, and serving on key institutional committees. Recognized for his impactful research, he has received several prestigious honors including multiple Best Paper Awards at international conferences, the Indian Concrete Journal Best Paper Award, and recognition at Tata Steel’s MaterialNEXT competition. He also serves as a reviewer for leading journals and has delivered invited talks at national forums. His outstanding career reflects a deep commitment to advancing sustainable materials science, industry collaboration, and innovative solutions for environmental challenges 933 citations, 35 publications, h-index 14.

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1. Krishna R.S., Boopathy R., Mishra S., Rawat S., Sethy N., Qureshi T.S., Mustakim S.M. Impact of high-temperature exposure on the thermal and physio-mechanical performance of graphene-reinforced geopolymer composites. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 489, 142285.

2. Tripathi A.K., Das S.K., Kandi S.K., Rajput P., Mustakim S.M. Integrated management of ferrochrome slag: Metal recovery, Cr(VI) stabilization, and sustainable reuse in construction materials. J. Environ. Manag., 2025, 390, 126268.

3. Krishna R.S., Durga Prasad V., Sethy N., Panda B., Boopathy R., Rawat S., Mustakim S.M., Qureshi T.S. Investigation on in-situ geopolymer coatings: A comparative analysis of lycopodium powder and polydimethylsiloxane as functional additives. Struct. Concr., 2025, 26(3), 2704–2725.