Abhishek Rajhans | Resilient Infrastructure | Excellence in Resilient Infrastructure Award

Mr. Abhishek Rajhans | Resilient Infrastructure | Excellence in Resilient Infrastructure Award

Research Associate | Climate Resilient Observing-Systems Promotion Council | India

Mr. Abhishek Rajhans is an emerging researcher in geography with a strong focus on disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, and sustainable development. His work integrates spatial analysis, policy research, and environmental assessment to address complex socio-environmental challenges. He has contributed to national-level initiatives, notably co-authoring the National Mitigation Project on Lightning Safety under the Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council, and supporting the development of annual lightning risk reports. His research spans critical areas such as urban flooding, cyclone impact assessment, and climate-induced vulnerabilities, with an emphasis on community resilience and disaster preparedness. He has presented research at national and international forums and contributed to peer-reviewed publications on sustainability and socio-economic impacts of environmental change. Proficient in geospatial tools and qualitative analysis, his research aims to bridge scientific knowledge with policy frameworks for effective environmental governance.

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Disaster and Sustainable Development: A Complex Intertwining

Bajaj, A., Abhay, R. K., Kumar, K., Rajhans, A. | Springer, 2026


Measuring the Problems & Emotions of Urban-Ward Migrants: A Case Study of Construction Workers in Delhi

Chandrakanta, Naruka, L. S., Rajhans, A., Agrawal, K. | Samikhiya Journal, 2023


Building a Lightning Resilient Nation

Rajhans, A. | Know Disasters Magazine, 2023

Rao Arsalan Khushnood | Resilient Infrastructure | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Rao Arsalan Khushnood | Resilient Infrastructure | Research Excellence Award

Research Scientist | Tunneling Institute of Pakistan | Pakistan

Rao Arsalan Khushnood is a Senior Research Scientist and Section Head at the Tunneling Institute of Pakistan, specializing in structural engineering and advanced cementitious materials. He has extensive academic and professional experience, including teaching, mentoring, and leading multidisciplinary research and industry projects focused on sustainable infrastructure. His research centers on low-carbon concrete, durability and service life modeling, bio-inspired self-healing materials, and AI-driven material design, reflected in 113 publications with over 4,100 citations and an h-index of 38. He has played active roles in editorial initiatives, curriculum development, and professional engineering bodies, and holds certifications including PMP. His contributions have been recognized through prestigious honors such as leading researcher awards, international competition distinctions, and national-level recognitions for innovation and research excellence in construction materials.

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Fereidoon Moghadas Nejad | Resilient Infrastructure | Best Researcher Award

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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