Mr. Ayman AL-Qudah |Highway Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ayman AL-Qudah |Highway Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ayman AL-Qudah, University of Malaya, Malaysia.

Ayman H. Al-Qudah is a skilled civil engineer and academic, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Highway Engineering at the University of Malaya, Malaysia, focusing on the mechanical properties of semi-flexible pavements containing glass waste. He holds a Master’s degree in Highway Engineering from the University of Perlis and a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from AL-Balqa’ Applied University, Jordan. With extensive experience across Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia, Al-Qudah has worked as a lecturer, lab instructor, and consulting engineer. His professional and academic contributions center around pavement engineering, sustainable construction materials, and infrastructure development.

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Education and Experience 

Ayman H. Al-Qudah earned his Ph.D. in Highway Engineering from the University of Malaya , where he researched semi-flexible pavements containing glass waste. He received his Master of Science in Highway Engineering from the University of Perlis , focusing on asphaltic mixtures with crumb rubber and aged binder. He completed his Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering at AL-Balqa’ Applied University in 2010. Al-Qudah has served as a civil engineer and consulting supervisor in leading Jordanian engineering firms. He has also taught as a lecturer at AL al-Bayt University, Khwarizmi University Technical College, and Ajloun National University, and as a lab instructor in Saudi Arabia.

Summary Suitability

Ayman H. Al-Qudah, Lecturer and Civil Engineer, is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his extensive academic, research, and professional achievements in the field of highway engineering. Currently completing his Ph.D. at the University of Malaya, his research on semi-flexible pavement incorporating glass waste reflects innovation and environmental consciousness. His Master’s research on crumb rubber and aged binder in asphaltic concrete reinforces his commitment to sustainable engineering practices.

Professional Development 

Ayman H. Al-Qudah has contributed to both academic and professional civil engineering spheres through teaching, research, and engineering consultancy. He is a peer reviewer for the American Journal of Civil Engineering under Science Publishing Group, demonstrating his academic engagement. Al-Qudah has managed and supervised diverse civil projects and continues to apply innovative pavement technologies in the field. His career showcases a dedication to integrating sustainable materials into infrastructure, while mentoring students and junior engineers. Through his combined academic and industry experience, he actively advances the fields of highway engineering and sustainable construction.

Research Focus 

Ayman H. Al-Qudah’s research centers on sustainable pavement engineering, particularly in the utilization of recycled and waste materials such as glass waste and crumb rubber in asphalt mixes. His work seeks to improve the mechanical behavior and lifespan of semi-flexible pavements, aligning with global efforts in environmental conservation and resource efficiency. Al-Qudah also investigates the use of aged binder in asphaltic mixtures, contributing to circular economy practices in road construction. His research blends material science, sustainability, and practical application—enhancing the resilience and ecological responsibility of modern highway infrastructure.

Awards and Honors 

While formal awards and honors have not been detailed, Ayman H. Al-Qudah’s academic appointments and peer-review responsibilities highlight his credibility and influence in civil engineering. His roles as a lecturer at several Jordanian universities and as a reviewer for an international civil engineering journal reflect his professional recognition. His ongoing Ph.D. research and international academic presence further underscore his contributions to the advancement of sustainable highway engineering.

Publication Top Notes

  • Effect of Aged Crumb Rubber Bitumen on Performance Dense Graded Mix in Malaysia
    Authors: AH Al-Qudah, MA Rahim, ZM Ghazaly, NS Mashaan, S Koting, M Napiah
    Published: 2018
    Available at: SSRN, Paper ID: 5224020

  • Thermal Comfort Enhancement for Office Blocks Considering Employees’ Satisfaction Without Increasing Energy Consumption
    Authors: AH Al-Qudah, MM Alibrahim, SA Zeadeh, BT Alzoubi
    Published: 2024
    Available at: SSRN, Paper ID: 5224026

  • Resistance of Rubberized Asphalt Mixture to Aging and Moisture Damage
    Authors: AH Al-Qudah, S Koting, MR Ibrahim, M Alibrahim, N Jegatheesan
    Published in: IIUM Engineering Journal, Vol. 25, No. 2, pp. 130–147
    Year: 2024

  • Mechanical Properties of Asphaltic Concrete Mixture with Crumb Rubber and Aged Binder
    Author: AH Al-Qudah
    Institution: School of Environmental Engineering, Universiti Malaysia Perlis
    Published: 2018

  • Stone as an Eye to the History: Tracing the Story of Cordoba Through Its Stones
    Authors: AHAQ Aseel Rababah, Muna M. Alibrahim
    Book Chapter in: The Stone in Mediterranean Architecture, Volume 1, Pages 45–49
    Year: 2025

  • Withdrawn: Investigation of Performance and Fuel Oil Corrosion Resistance of Semi-Flexible Pavement with Incorporation of Crushed Glass Waste
    Authors: AH Al-Qudah, S Koting, MR Ibrahim, MM Alibrahim
    Published on: Preprints
    Status: Withdrawn
    Year: 2025

  • A Piece of Artwork; A Gate Towards Memories
    Authors: AH Al-Qudah, MM Alibrahim, A Rababah
    Presented at: 3rd International Civil Engineering and Architecture Congress (ICEARC)
    Year: 2025

Conclusion

Ayman H. Al-Qudah exemplifies the spirit of the Best Researcher Award. His outstanding contributions to sustainable civil engineering and commitment to bridging science and application make him highly deserving of this recognition.

 

Fakhar Muhammad Abbas | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fakhar Muhammad Abbas | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Pakistan. 

Dr. Fakhar Muhammad Abbas is an Assistant Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Pakistan. With a strong background in hydraulics and water resources, his research expertise includes numerical modeling, eco-hydraulics, and sediment transport. Dr. Abbas has published numerous papers in reputable journals and has presented at various international conferences. He is a recipient of the Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT) for his doctoral degree and is an approved supervisor by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan.

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Education🎓

– Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Saitama University, Japan (2019-2022) – Thesis: Increase in Energy reduction of levee-overtopping flow by utilizing a water cushion on pooled water and generating small-scale turbulences by geogrid at the levee toe.- (link unavailable) in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology Taxila, Pakistan (2017-2019) – Thesis: Experimental study of inclined bridge piers in Laboratory Flume.- (link unavailable) in Civil Engineering, Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) Multan, Pakistan (2011-2016)

Experience 💼

– *Assistant Professor*, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus (2022-Present) – Teaching courses in fluid mechanics, hydrology, and environmental engineering. – Supervising undergraduate and graduate students.- *Research Assistant*, Saitama University, Japan (2019-2022) – Conducted research on hydraulics and water resources.- *Lecturer*, Quaid-e-Azam College of Engineering & Technology (2016-2018)

Research Interests🔍

Dr. Fakhar Muhammad Abbas’ research focuses on:- Hydraulics and water resources- Numerical modeling- Eco-hydraulics- Sediment transport- Levee breaching and erosion

Awards🏆

– *Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT)* for doctoral degree.- *Full-Time Student Scholarship* for Master’s degree program.- *Government College Merit Scholarship* for Higher Secondary School Education.- *Higher Education Commission (HEC) approved Supervisor*.

Top Noted Publications📄

1. Numerical Investigation of Flow Around Partially and Fully Vegetated Submerged Spur Dike 📰
2. CFD analysis of flow dynamics around the series of dikes with alternative length layout 💡
3. How Emergent Vegetation Patch Shapes Affect Flow Structure in Open Channel Environments 🌿
4. Numerical Investigation of Internal Flow Properties around Horizontal Layered Trees by Using the Reynolds Stress Model 🌳
5. Utilization of geogrid and water cushion to reduce the impact of nappe flow and scouring on the downstream side of a levee

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon | Construction | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon | Construction | Women Researcher Award

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon , Technische Universität Dresden , Germany.

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon is a dedicated Civil Engineer and Project Management expert based in Dresden, Germany. 🎓 With a Master’s degree from Salford University, UK, and a B.Sc. from the University of Basrah, Iraq, he brings over 15 years of rich industrial and academic experience. 🏗️ He has contributed to major infrastructure projects like AlFaw Grand Port and Basra Sport City, excelling in project control, supervision, and quantity surveying. 📊 Since 2020, he works as a Scientific Assistant at TU Dresden, participating in innovative research on building evacuation and smart construction technologies. 🏢🔥 Married with three sons, he balances professional excellence and family life. 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦

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Education and Experience 

Education 🎓:

  • MSC in Project Management in Construction – Salford University, UK (2015)

  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – University of Basrah, Iraq (1996)

Professional Experience – Industrial 🏗️:

  • Project Control Engineer, DAEWOO E&C (2015–2020)

    • Assisted Project Planning & Control Manager

    • Updated project progress and prepared monthly payments

  • Resident Engineer, Baker Wilkins & Smith (2010–2012)

    • Supervised interior road construction

    • Prepared daily reports

  • Quantity Surveyor, Modern Contracting Company (2007–2009)

    • Took off quantities and prepared invoices

Professional Experience – Academic 📚:

  • Teacher Assistant, University of Basrah (2003–2020, part-time)

    • Delivered lectures, supervised labs and theses

  • Scientific Assistant, Institute of Construction Informatics, TU Dresden (2020–2025)

    • Participates in cutting-edge research projects

Summary Suitability

Mrs. Nidhal Al-Sadoon is a highly qualified and dedicated researcher whose professional and academic contributions make her an outstanding candidate for the Women Researcher Award. With a strong background in civil engineering and project management, combined with significant experience in both industry and academia, Nidhal has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing construction informatics and sustainable infrastructure development.

Professional Development 

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon has continuously expanded his expertise in project management and construction engineering. 📈 His role as Project Control Engineer honed his skills in project planning, progress monitoring, and financial applications. 💼 At TU Dresden, he has transitioned into academic research, contributing to real-time building evacuation simulation systems and intelligent construction industry empowerment projects. 🔥🏢 His involvement in the BEST and iECO research projects reflects his commitment to innovation in construction informatics and safety. 🚧🖥️ This blend of practical experience and research engagement underpins his professional growth and influence in both industry and academia. 🎓💡

Research Focus 

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon research centers on construction informatics and safety engineering. 🏢💻 He is actively involved in projects like BEST, focusing on real-time building evacuation simulation for airborne hazards and fire emergencies, which enhances safety protocols and emergency response. 🔥🚨 Additionally, his work on iECO aims to empower the construction industry through intelligent systems, integrating digital technologies and data analytics for optimized project management and control. 📊🛠️ His research bridges traditional civil engineering practices with innovative informatics, contributing to safer, smarter, and more efficient construction environments. 🏗️🔍

Awards and Honors

  • 👨‍🏫 Teacher Assistant, University of Basra (Part-time) | 10/2003 – 02/2020

    • Delivered teaching materials, tutorials, seminars, and lectures

    • Supervised practical work in Concrete and BIM labs

    • Guided undergraduate students on project work and theses

  • 🧑‍🔬 Scientific Assistant (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter), Institute of Construction Informatics, Dresden University of Technology, Germany | 05/2020 – 04/2025

Research Projects 🔬💡

  • 🔥 BEST Project: Real-time Building Evacuation Simulation & Training System for Airborne Hazards & Fire (bestsim.eu)

  • 🏗️ iECO Project: Intelligent Empowerment Of Construction Industry (ieco-gaiax.de)

Publication Top Notes

  • Al-Sadoon, N. and Scherer, R.J., 2021, October. IFC Semantic Extension for Dynamic Fire Safety Evacuation Simulation. In Proc. of the Conference CIB W78 (Vol. 2021, pp. 11-15).

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Katranuschkov, P., and Scherer, R.J. Extending ICDD Implementation to a Dynamic Multimodel Framework. In Proc. of the Conference ECPPM 2022, September. DOI: 10.1201/9781003354222-15.

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Menzel, K., and Scherer, R.J., 2022, October. Multimodel Framework for Digital Twin Empowerment. In Proc. of the Conference ICCCBE 2022.

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Menzel, K., and Scherer, R.J. FROM STATIC TO DYNAMIC INFORMATION CONTAINERS. In Proc. of the Conference EC3 2023.

  • Vaats, A., Hamdan, A., Al-Sadoon, N., Wogan, M., and Menzel, K. INTEGRATION OF SEMANTIC TEMPORAL INFORMATION IN BIM USING ONTOLOGIES. In Proc. of the Conference EC3 2023.

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Fauth, J., and Menzel, K. From the ‘Bauwerksbuch’ to the EU-proposal for Building Logbooks: Digital Twins and Long Term Data Management. In Proc. of the Conference PRO-VE 2023.

  • Al-Sadoon, N.; Scherer, R.J.; Strnadl, C.F., 2025. Dynamic Multi-Model Container Framework for Cloud-Based Distributed Digital Twins (dDTws). Buildings, 15(10), 1722. DOI: 10.3390/buildings15101722.

  • Vaatz, A., Hamdan, A., Wogan, M., Al-Sadoon, N., and Menzel, K., 2025, July. Introduction of the Ontology for Chronological Construction Processes (OCCP). In Proc. of the Conference EC3 2025.

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Ibrahim, A., and Scherer, R.J., 2025, July. Smart Multimodel Containers: AI Supported Automatic Linking. In Proc. of the Conference EG-ICE 2025.

  • Al-Sadoon, N., Scherer, R., and Karsten, M., Dynamic Building Model for Interactive Hazard and Crowd Evacuation Simulations. Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), Vol. 0, pp. 1-2, DOI: 10.36680/j.itcon.2024.0 (in press).

Conclusion

Mrs.Nidhal Al-Sadoon embodies the qualities celebrated by the Women Researcher Award—excellence in research, dedication to education, and impactful industry engagement. Her multidisciplinary expertise and leadership in innovative construction informatics projects not only contribute to advancing her field but also inspire future generations of women researchers in engineering and technology. Recognizing Nidhal with this award would highlight her outstanding achievements and promote the vital role of women in STEM fields.

 

Chuan Yang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Chuan Yang | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

student at College of Civil Engineering,Huaqiao University,Xiamen,China 

🎓 A driven civil engineering student with a passion for both academics and sports, currently pursuing a master’s degree in Structural Engineering at Huaqiao University. 🏗️ Having excelled in various leadership roles, this individual has a strong background in structural design, computational methods, and civil engineering management. 🏅 With notable achievements in sports, including multiple championships in basketball, they also bring a balanced approach to education and extracurricular activities. 🌍 Dedicated to contributing to the growth of the civil engineering field, with strong communication and teamwork skills. 🚀

Publication Profile

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Education🎓 

Undergraduate in Civil Engineering at Changsha University of Science and Technology (2018-2022), GPA: 3.4/4, Ranked 7th/72 🏗️ | Master’s in Structural Engineering at Huaqiao University (2022-present), with courses in computational methods, finite element methods, and advanced concrete. 📚 | Major courses: Engineering Economics, Structural Design Principles, and Management Systems. 💡

Experience🛠️

China Construction Fifth Engineering Group Co., Ltd. (2024) – Contributed to the Changsha Huanghua Airport reconstruction project as a communication and supervision specialist, ensuring progress and meeting customer needs. 📈 | Led construction status monitoring and materials integration, receiving high praise for performance. 👷‍♀️ | Actively participated in team leadership roles in physical education and mental health committees. 🏀

Awards and Honors🏆

Awards: Jiuxiang Scholarship (Learning Progress & Excellent Sports Team) 🏅 | Second Prize Scholarship & Advanced Individual in Cultural and Sports Activities 🥇 | Championship Titles: Polytechnic Cup Basketball (Changsha University) 🏀 | Huaqiao University Hua University Cup & Huayan Cup Basketball Champion 🏆 | Final MVP in Huayan Cup Basketball 2022 🏅 | Recognized for mental health education and leadership. 🎓

Research Focus🔬

Specializing in structural engineering, with a focus on finite element methods, elastic-plastic mechanics, and advanced concrete structures. 🏗️ | Aiming to enhance construction efficiency through innovative design methods and material optimization. 📚 | Active in applying computational techniques to solve real-world engineering challenges. 💻

Publications 📖

“Optical Transformation Characteristic of Silicone Resin Matrix Composite Coatings Under High-Energy Laser Ablation”

Authors: Yang, C., Wen, M., Gao, J., Chen, G., Ma, C.

Published in: Ceramics International, 2024, Volume 50, Issue 19, Pages 36088–36098.

“Stressing State Analysis of Unbonded Prestressed Concrete Simply Supported Slabs in Fire”

Authors: Yang, C., Dong, Y., Qi, J., Duan, J., Zhang, D.

Published in: Structural Concrete, 2024.

 

Conclusion

The candidate’s academic achievements, research contributions, and practical experience in civil engineering make them a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. Their ability to balance rigorous academic study with leadership roles and involvement in real-world projects demonstrates not only technical expertise but also a well-rounded skill set. By addressing areas for improvement, such as expanding research diversity and enhancing language proficiency, the candidate can further solidify their position as a leading researcher in the field of civil and structural engineering. The combination of academic dedication, innovative contributions, and leadership makes them highly deserving of this prestigious recognition.