Fernando Branco | Civil Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Fernando Branco | Civil Engineering | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Fernando Branco, Instituto Superior Técnico, Portugal

Prof. Dr. Fernando Branco, born in 1953 in Coimbra, Portugal, is a Distinguished Full Professor at IST – University of Lisbon and an Advisory Professor at Tongji University, China. With expertise in bridge engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation, and composite materials, he has significantly contributed to structural engineering. As a global leader, he has held prominent positions in international organizations like IABSE and ECCE. Prof. Branco has supervised numerous theses, authored books and research papers, and led major engineering projects. His contributions have earned him prestigious awards, making him a renowned figure in civil engineering.

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Education

Prof. Dr. Fernando Branco pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structures) from IST – University of Lisbon in 1976. He obtained his Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada, in 1981. In 1985, he earned a PhD in Civil Engineering (Structures) from IST – University of Lisbon. Additionally, he achieved the title of Agregado in Civil Engineering in 1991. His extensive academic background has shaped his expertise in structural engineering, leading to significant contributions in research, innovation, and education.

Experience

Prof. Branco has served as a Full Professor at IST – University of Lisbon from 1996 to 2021, leading the Civil Engineering Department and the Construction Division. He was the Director of the PhD Program in Civil Engineering and the Structures Research Center. Internationally, he held leadership roles as the President of IABSE and ECCE, contributing to engineering advancements. His expertise was pivotal in major bridge projects like the Vasco da Gama Bridge and the S. João Railway Bridge, demonstrating exceptional leadership in structural design and construction management.

Awards and Honors

Prof. Branco’s illustrious career is marked by numerous accolades. Notable honors include the Harting Award from the Society for Experimental Mechanics, the Personality of the Year in Civil Engineering by CONSTRUIR Prizes, and the Polish Government Award for European Engineering quality. He received the Innovation in Construction Award in 2023 and was named an Honorary Member of IABSE. His excellence in teaching earned him the Diploma of Teaching Excellence from IST – University of Lisbon. These awards highlight his outstanding contributions to civil engineering.

Research Focus

Prof. Branco’s research spans bridge engineering, structural rehabilitation, and the application of new materials like composites. His notable contributions include advanced seismic and wind resistance studies for major cable-stayed and suspension bridges. He has explored the use of glass fiber-reinforced concrete in hybrid structures and developed optimization algorithms for bridge maintenance. His interdisciplinary research integrates sustainable practices and structural resilience, driving innovations in engineering applications and infrastructure longevity.

Publication Top Notes

📚 Thermal Effect of Firebrand Accumulation in Ceramic Roof Tiles – Fire (2025) – 0 citations
📚 Thermal Reaction of Firebrand Accumulation in Construction Materials – Case Studies in Construction Materials (2024) – 3 citations
📚 Ignition Locations and Simplified Design Guidelines for Enhancing the Resilience of Dwellings against Wildland Fires – Fire (2024) – 2 citations
📚 DIGITALIZATION AND TENDER EVALUATION IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A BIM-INTEGRATED MCDA APPROACH SUPPORTED BY MACBETH – Journal of Information Technology in Construction (2024) – 0 citations
📚 DIGITALIZATION AND PROCUREMENT IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: AN INTEGRATED BIM-BASED APPROACH – Journal of Information Technology in Construction (2024) – 2 citations
📚 Proposal of a Fireproof Design Code for Dwellings against the Action of Wildland Fires – Resilient Cities and Structures (2023) – 3 citations
📚 Numerical Assessment of Standard Firebrand Accumulation Curve When Transferring Temperature to Contact Surfaces – Applied Sciences (Switzerland) (2023) – 5 citations
📚 Monotonic and Cyclic Sway Behaviour of 2-Dimensional Frames Made of Pultruded GFRP I-Section Profiles – Structures (2023) – 2 citations
📚 Structural Assessment of a Water Reservoir Masonry Vaulted Roof from the Nineteenth Century – Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities (2023) – 1 citation
📚 Report on Existing Fireproof Construction Guidelines for Dwellings against Wildfires – CivilEng (2023) – 5 citations

 

Try Meng | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Try Meng | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Try Meng, Autorité de sûreté nucléaire et de radioprotection (ASNR), France

Dr. Try Meng, born on December 5, 1991, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a Civil Engineer with expertise in finite element methods, thermo-hydro-mechanical coupling, and non-linear concrete and steel behavior. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from INSA-Rennes and works as a researcher at ASNR/DES/LMAPS. His research focuses on seismic behavior of nuclear reinforced concrete structures and numerical modeling of concrete containment buildings. Dr. Meng has contributed to various publications, including in Engineering Structures and Kerntechnik. He is fluent in Khmer, French, English, and Chinese. His technical skills include Castem, Fortran, Abaqus, and more. 🌍📐

 

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Educational Background

Dr. Try Meng completed his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at INSA-Rennes from 2017 to 2021, focusing on advanced engineering techniques. Prior to that, he earned a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Science for Engineers at INSA-Rennes (2016-2017). He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the Institute of Technology Cambodia (ITC), completed between 2011 and 2016. Dr. Meng’s extensive academic background has equipped him with deep expertise in civil engineering and research, particularly in structural behavior and numerical modeling. 🎓🔧🌍

Professional Experience

Dr. Try Meng is currently a Research Engineer at ARSN/DES/LMAPS (2023-present), where he updates parameters using Bayesian approaches to analyze reinforced concrete structures under seismic loading, applying it to the SMART2013 model. He also works on explosion calculations for nuclear facility structures and impact analysis in the IMPACT projects. From 2021-2023, he worked at ASNR/DES/LMAPS and CEA/LM2S, focusing on mechanical behavior studies of nuclear reactor buildings and participated in the VERCORS benchmark and SMiRT26 conference. Earlier, Dr. Meng worked in civil and mechanical engineering research, publishing articles and completing internships on hybrid columns and structural analysis. 🔬🏗️

Technical Skills

Dr. Try Meng is a Civil Engineering Research Engineer specializing in finite element methods, thermo-hydro-mechanical coupling, and nonlinear behavior of concrete (damage models) and stainless steel (elasto-plasticity models). He works on nuclear reactor building simulations and leakage rate post-processing. In industry, he performs reinforced concrete and steel structure calculations based on Eurocode 2 and 3, including beam and column section design and reinforcement. He is fluent in Khmer (native), French (B1), English (TOEFL 500), and Chinese (B1). His technical expertise includes Castem, Fortran, MFront, Matlab, Abaqus, AutoCAD, and Latex. 💻🔧

Research Focus

Dr. Try Meng specializes in numerical modeling and mechanical behavior of prestressed reinforced concrete structures in the context of nuclear engineering. His research focuses on creep, aging, and leakage phenomena, particularly in concrete containment buildings, and applies these studies to real-world mock-ups like VERCORS. He also explores thermo-hydro-mechanical modeling to study the impact of climatic actions on buildings with internal insulation and thermal breaks. His expertise bridges structural mechanics, concrete technology, and climate impact studies for energy infrastructure and building performance. 🌍🏗️

Publication Top Notes

  • “Numerical modelling of creep, aging, and leakage of the prestressed reinforced concrete structure. Application to concrete containment building” (2024) – Kerntechnik 🏗️
  • “Numerical methodology on prestressed reinforced concrete containment building: Creep, aging, and leakage. Application to VERCORS mock-up” (2023) – Engineering Structures 🏢 – 8 citations
  • “Effect of climatic actions on buildings with internal insulation and thermal breaks: Multi-scale approach and thermo-hydro-mechanical modeling” (2021) – World Congress in Computational Mechanics and ECCOMAS Congress 🌍
Conclusion

Dr. Try Meng’s innovative research in structural engineering, particularly in nuclear reactor buildings, along with his advanced simulation techniques (such as FEM and Bayesian methods), makes him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. His academic credentials, ongoing research contributions, and impact on the field underscore his suitability for this award.

 

 

Okan Mert Katipoğlu | Civil Engineering Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Okan Mert Katipoğlu | Civil Engineering Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Okan Mert Katipoğlu, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Turkey

Dr. Okan Mert Katipoğlu, a Turkish civil engineer, holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Atatürk University. Specializing in disaster and emergency management, his research focuses on analyzing meteorological and hydrological droughts in the Fırat basin. With expertise in statistical analysis, GIS, and AI, he explores various fields including hydraulic engineering and surface water management. Proficient in languages like English and Russian, he’s also certified in aquanaut diving. Dr. Katipoğlu’s diverse skill set includes software proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and ArcGIS. 🌐📊🛠️

 

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Education

With a lifelong dedication to engineering, Dr. Okan Mert Katipoğlu’s academic journey reflects his passion for construction and disaster management. Beginning with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Atatürk University, he delved deeper into the field through his Master’s and Doctorate studies, also at Atatürk University. His doctoral research focused on analyzing droughts in the Fırat basin, showcasing his commitment to understanding and mitigating environmental challenges. Currently pursuing a degree in Emergency and Disaster Management, his educational path exemplifies a relentless pursuit of knowledge in engineering and resilience-building. 🏗️🌊📚

Research Focus

Dr. Okan Mert Katipoğlu’s research primarily focuses on hydrological and meteorological phenomena, particularly droughts, in the Euphrates Basin, Turkey. Employing a multidisciplinary approach, he investigates spatiotemporal variations, trends, and impacts of droughts using advanced statistical and machine learning techniques. His work extends to predicting streamflow drought indices, filling missing data gaps, and forecasting flood routing in various regions of Turkey. Through innovative methodologies like wavelet transform, artificial intelligence, and signal processing, he contributes significantly to understanding and managing water resources in semi-arid environments. Dr. Katipoğlu’s research embodies a commitment to environmental sustainability and resilience. 🌊📊🔍

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