Dr. Muhammad Imran, Sir Syed University of Engineering &Technology/ Health & Safety ACCORD, Pakistan
Dr. Muhammad Imran is a seasoned Civil Engineer with over 15 years of experience in Structural Design and Fire Safety Engineering. He holds a PhD (2019) and MSc (2014) from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS and a BS from Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology (2009). Currently serving as Chairman of the Civil Engineering Department at SSUET, he excels in fire safety inspections, program governance, and multidisciplinary research. A dedicated educator, he supervises MS and PhD theses and teaches globally. Dr. Imran’s accolades include the “Best Supporter” title (2023) and multiple awards for research excellence and leadership. 🏆📚🌍
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Education
Dr. Muhammad Imran has an impressive academic background in Civil Engineering. He earned his PhD in Civil Engineering in 2019 and MSc in Civil Engineering in 2014 from the prestigious Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia. His journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan, in 2009. Dr. Imran’s education reflects his commitment to excellence and innovation in structural design and fire safety engineering, laying a solid foundation for his impactful career in academia and industry. 🌟📚✨
Managerial Experience
Dr. Muhammad Imran has been serving as Chairman of the Civil Engineering Department at Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET), Pakistan, since 2020. He oversees Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) initiatives, leads fire safety planning, and evaluates program progress. A proactive leader, he develops SOPs, ensures effective communication, and manages faculty governance. Previously, as Associate Chairman (2019–2020), he headed research clusters, coordinated quality assessments, and implemented impactful programs like Coursera during COVID-19. Dr. Imran also supervises BS, MSc, and PhD students, contributing significantly to education and departmental excellence. 🌟📑✨
Industrial Experience
Dr. Muhammad Imran began his career as a Structural Design Engineer at Arif & Associates, Karachi (2009–2011), where he designed and analyzed diverse projects, including hospitals, shopping malls, and multistoried buildings up to 30 stories. Proficient in ETABS and SAFE, he strengthened earthquake-damaged structures, saving PKR 7 million in reconstruction costs. Dr. Imran proposed cost-effective solutions adhering to UBC 97 and ACI 318 codes, managed projects, prepared detailed drawings, and ensured construction quality through site inspections. Earlier, as a Trainee Engineer (2008), he gained hands-on experience in structural engineering, laying the foundation for his expertise in the field. 🏗️✨
Teaching Experience
Dr. Muhammad Imran, Associate Professor at Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (2023–present), excels in teaching BS, MSc, and PhD courses, supervising theses, and leading research in structural fire safety, rehabilitation, and seismic design. As Head of Research & Development, he ensures academic quality through leadership roles in exam vigilance. Previously an Assistant Professor (2019–2023), he taught advanced structural engineering topics. A visiting faculty member at Polytechnic University of the Philippines and a supervisor at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS and Skills College of Technology, he has guided students worldwide, fostering innovative research and practical expertise. 🌍🏗️✨
Honors and Awards
Dr. Muhammad Imran has received numerous accolades for his exceptional contributions. In 2023, he earned the “Best Supporter” title for outstanding departmental support. Recognized for adhering to HSE guidelines, he won the Most Resourceful and Best Housekeeping Award in 2018. That same year, he was named Student of the Year at the SEA Awards for leadership and achievements and secured 2nd place in the 3 Minutes Thesis Competition in Science & Technology. His contributions earned the Most Outstanding Contribution Award in 2017. Additionally, he won a Gold Medal in Tug of War at ISSC 2017, showcasing his all-rounded excellence. 🌟📚🏅
Research Focus
Dr. M. Imran’s multidisciplinary research spans diverse fields, including bacterial biofilms and human prion diseases in medical sciences 🧬, nanoparticles for drug delivery and photoactivated platinum-based anticancer drugs in chemistry 🧪, and soil erosion intensity and landslide studies in environmental science 🌍. He also contributes to engineering topics like CFRP-strengthened steel columns and ICT project management 🏗️💻. His expertise extends to IoT-based spammer detection, smart manufacturing systems, and green human resource management 🌿🌐. His work integrates science, technology, and sustainability, making impactful contributions across healthcare, engineering, and environmental domains. 🚀✨
Publication Top Notes
- 📚 “Bacterial biofilm and associated infections” – 1907 citations, 2018
- 🐦 “Twitter as a Lifeline: Human-annotated Twitter Corpora for NLP of Crisis-related Messages” – 441 citations, 2016
- 🧠 “An overview of human prion diseases” – 317 citations, 2011
- 🤖 “Robust spammer detection using collaborative neural network in IoT applications” – 188 citations, 2020
- 🌾 “Effect of salinity on quinoa under arsenic stress” – 104 citations, 2020
- 💊 “Photoactivated platinum-based anticancer drugs” – 104 citations, 2018
- 🌍 “Trade openness and FDI inflows in Asian countries” – 87 citations, 2018
- 📊 “Systematic literature review of ICT project success factors” – 82 citations, 2021
- 🧪 “Etch characteristics for bulk micromachining of silicon” – 75 citations, 2011
- ⚗️ “Metal nanoparticles for drug delivery and diagnostics” – 74 citations, 2019
- 🏭 “Inspection performance in smart manufacturing systems” – 74 citations, 2018
- 🚑 “Medicine supply chain model for integrated healthcare” – 69 citations, 2018
- 🗺️ “Geospatial assessment of soil erosion in Pakistan” – 55 citations, 2018
- 🏔️ “Factors of major landslides in Malaysia” – 55 citations, 2016
- 🩺 “Automated diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease” – 54 citations, 2023