Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Amirkabir University of Technology | Iran

Prof. Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad is a Distinguished Professor and Head of the Transportation Division at Amirkabir University of Technology, recognized for his expertise in pavement engineering, transportation infrastructure, and computational methods in civil engineering. With extensive academic and leadership experience, he has contributed to major research initiatives involving pavement materials testing, soil reinforcement, recycling technologies, rehabilitation strategies, image-based evaluation, automation, and advanced numerical approaches in pavement and railway systems. He has produced a substantial body of scholarly work, including numerous refereed journal articles, international conference papers, books, book chapters, and an extensive portfolio of national and international patents, demonstrating his influential role in advancing the field. His professional service includes chairing scientific committees for national conferences in bitumen and asphalt and supporting the development of high-impact research communities. Widely recognized for his scientific impact, he has received multiple national and institutional honors for distinguished research and contributions to transportation engineering. His research influence is further demonstrated by 7,576 citations, 230 publications, and an h-index of 47.

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Jorge Emanuel Ramalho da Fonseca | Seismic Assessment | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jorge Emanuel Ramalho da Fonseca | Seismic Assessment | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | University of Aveiro | Portugal

Jorge Emanuel Ramalho da Fonseca is a Civil Engineer and Research Fellow at the University of Aveiro, specializing in the conservation, rehabilitation, and structural assessment of historic and traditional buildings. His professional experience spans advanced laboratory testing, field investigations, and the development of innovative systems for in-situ and cyclic testing of masonry, timber, and reinforced concrete elements. As part of several national and international projects, including Be+Earth, SPARCS, URBSIS, SEISMIC-V, SafEarth, and SHS-Multirisk, he has contributed to the design and testing of earthquake- and hurricane-resilient housing solutions and to the mechanical characterization of Portuguese masonry through flat-jack and full-scale wall tests. His research focuses on sustainable rehabilitation, seismic strengthening, and experimental methodologies for heritage structures, reflected in multiple high-impact publications in journals such as Applied Sciences, Construction and Building Materials, and the International Journal of Architectural Heritage. A member of the Portuguese Engineers Association and the Portuguese Association for Urban Rehabilitation and Heritage Protection, he actively participates in scientific collaborations within the CERIS-Aveiro research unit. He has also contributed to event organization and training initiatives supported by UNESCO and the University of Aveiro, promoting knowledge transfer in heritage conservation. His dedication to advancing experimental research, technical innovation, and sustainable preservation of built heritage positions him as an emerging leader in structural rehabilitation and seismic risk mitigation. His research impact includes 79 citations, 13 publications, and an h-index of 4.

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1. Fonseca J., Costa A., Rodrigues H., Characterization of Portuguese Masonry Walls: Insights from Flat-Jack Tests. Int. J. Archit. Heritage, 2025, 1–34.

2. Ascensão G., Pereira J., Fonseca J., Costa A., Ferreira V.M., Paiva H., Reviving heritage with contemporary solutions for adobe wall rehabilitation. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 458, 139557.

3. Di Gregorio L., Costa A., Tavares A., Rodrigues H., Fonseca J., Guimarães G., Comprehensive Design Process of CEB-Reinforced Masonry Panels for Earthquake and Hurricane-Resilient Houses. Buildings, 2025, 15 (17), 3242.

4. Fonseca J., Rodrigues H., Costa A., Mechanical characterization of masonry walls through the application of in-situ flat-jack tests. Research Summit 2024 – Book of Abstracts, 2024.

5. Di Gregorio L., Costa A., Rodrigues H., Fonseca J., Tavares A., Development of a System for Cyclic Shear Tests on Full-Scale Walls. Appl. Sci., 2023, 13 (13), 7498.

Dr. Jorge Emanuel Ramalho da Fonseca’s research advances the sustainable preservation and seismic resilience of historic and traditional buildings, bridging scientific innovation with heritage protection. His experimental methods and engineering solutions enhance global practices in structural safety, cultural conservation, and resilient urban development.

Mohammad Kheirollahi | Retrofitting | Best Researcher Award

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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.