Prof. Hamidreza Tavakoli | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Hamidreza Tavakoli, Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran
Assessment for Research for Best Researcher Award: Prof. Hamidreza Tavakoli
Publication profile
Research Interests
Prof. Hamidreza Tavakoli’s research covers a wide range of crucial topics in civil engineering, particularly in seismic and earthquake engineering. His expertise in areas such as Progressive Collapse due to explosions or earthquakes, Energy Dissipation in Composite Materials, and Seismic Retrofitting of Existing Structures highlights his contributions to improving the safety and resilience of infrastructure. Additionally, his work in Dynamic Soil-Structure Interaction Modeling and Dynamic Site Effects demonstrates a deep understanding of how seismic events affect structures, making his research pivotal for advancements in earthquake risk mitigation.
Honors and Awards
Prof. Tavakoli has been recognized as a Distinguished Professor and Distinguished Researcher at Babol University of Technology in 2013, indicating his esteemed position in the academic community. These accolades underscore his contributions and leadership in the field of civil engineering, further validating his candidacy for the Best Researcher Award.
Teaching Experiences
His teaching portfolio includes a comprehensive list of both undergraduate and graduate courses, such as Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Dynamic Soil-Structure Interaction, and Seismic Risk Management. These courses reflect his deep knowledge and commitment to educating the next generation of engineers, ensuring that they are well-equipped to tackle the challenges in earthquake engineering.
Publication Top Notes
- Probabilistic Evaluation of the Seismic Response of a Reinforced Concrete Building Structure Subjected to Vehicle Impact (Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Civil Engineering, 2024) 📊
- Seismic Response Probabilistic Evaluation of Bridge Pier After Vehicle Collision (Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Civil Engineering, 2024) 📊
- The Post-fire Behavior of Lightweight Structural Concrete is Improved by Nano-SiO2 and Steel Fibers (International Journal of Engineering, Transactions A: Basics, 2023) 🔬 – Cited by 3
- Fragility Curve Development of Highway Bridges Using Probabilistic Evaluation (Case Study: Tehran City) (Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2023) 🌉 – Cited by 2
- Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Behavior of Lightweight RC Elements Under Repeated Loadings (Structures, 2023) 🏗️
- Probability Assessment of the Seismic Risk of Highway Bridges with Various Structural Systems (Case Study: Tehran City) (Sustainability, 2023) 🌍 – Cited by 1
- Post-Fire Mechanical Degradation of Lightweight Concretes and Maintenance Strategies with Steel Fibers and Nano-Silica (Sustainability, 2023) 🌟 – Cited by 1
- Experimental Investigation of the Effects of Using Waste Rubber Ash on Mechanical Properties of Plain Concrete (International Journal of Engineering, Transactions A: Basics, 2023) ♻️ – Cited by 4
- Blast Resistance and Energy Absorption of Slotted I-core Steel Sandwich Panel: A Numerical Study (Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Civil Engineering, 2022) 💥 – Cited by 3
- Numerical Analysis of All-Steel Sandwich Panel with Drilled I-core Subjected to Air Blast Scenarios (Innovative Infrastructure Solutions, 2022) 🛠️ – Cited by 4
Conclusion
Prof. Hamidreza Tavakoli’s extensive research in earthquake engineering, coupled with his recognition as a distinguished academic and his contributions to teaching, make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances the field but also has significant practical implications for improving infrastructure safety against seismic hazards.