Mohammadali Hadianfard | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr Mohammadali Hadianfard |  Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  Shiraz University of Technology, Iran

Mohammad Ali Hadianfard is a Professor of Structural and Earthquake Engineering at Shiraz University of Technology, Iran. He holds a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Shiraz University. His research focuses on Earthquake Engineering, seismic design of structures, structural reliability, steel connections, structural health monitoring, and concrete technology with nondestructive testing. Hadianfard has extensive teaching experience and has supervised numerous M.Sc. and Ph.D. dissertations. He has also held significant leadership roles within academic and professional organizations in Iran

Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structure), Shiraz University, Iran, 2002
  • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (Structure), Shiraz University, Iran, 1996
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Shiraz University, Iran, 1992

Teaching Experience:

  • Teaching Civil Engineering Students (B.Sc.), Azad University of Estahban, Estahban, Iran (1994-2004)
  • Teaching Civil Engineering Students (B.Sc.), Yasouj University, Yasouj, Iran (2003-2007)
  • Graduate Teaching for Civil Engineering Students (M.Sc. and Ph.D.), Shiraz University of Technology, Iran (2007-present)

Relevant Experiences and Activities:

  • Director, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Shiraz University of Technology (2008-2012, 2018-2021)
  • Manager, Building Construction Office, Shiraz University of Technology (2010-2014)
  • Member, Board of Directors, Iranian Construction Engineering Organization, Province of Fars (multiple periods)
  • Member, Management Committee, Civil Engineering Specialty Group, Iranian Construction Engineering Organization, Province of Fars (multiple periods)
  • Awarded Top Researcher titles in 2006, 2011, 2013, 2016, and 2017

Research Focus Engineering :

Professor Mohammad Ali Hadianfard, a distinguished figure in the field of Structural and Earthquake Engineering at Shiraz University of Technology, Iran, specializes in a broad spectrum of research areas. His work primarily revolves around Earthquake Engineering, encompassing seismic design, vulnerability assessment, and rehabilitation strategies for structures and historical buildings. He is renowned for his contributions to structural reliability, failure analysis, and the study of progressive collapse mechanisms. Dr. Hadianfard also explores advanced topics such as steel and semi-rigid connections, employing computer simulations and conducting nonlinear dynamic analyses to enhance structural performance. His expertise extends to structural health monitoring, utilizing ambient vibration and microtremor measurements, alongside innovative approaches in concrete technology and nondestructive testing. Through extensive teaching and supervisory roles, he continues to shape the future of civil engineering education and research.

Citations:

  • Citations: 593
  • Documents: 481
  • h-index: 13

Publications 📄

  • A Novel Probabilistic Structural Damage Detection Approach Considering Uncertainty Sources
    • Authors: Jahangiri, M., Hadianfard, M.A., Najafgholipour, M.A., Hatami, S.
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Civil Engineering, 2023, 47(5), pp. 2605–2623
    • Citations: 2
  • Spectral optimization-based modal identification: A novel operational modal analysis technique
    • Authors: Kamali, S., Ali Hadianfard, M.
    • Journal: Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 2023, 198, 110445
    • Citations: 4
  • A procedure to estimate the Minimum Observable Damage in truss structures using vibration-based Structural Health Monitoring systems
    • Authors: Jahangiri, M., Palermo, A., Kamali, S., Hadianfard, M.A., Marzani, A.
    • Journal: Probabilistic Engineering Mechanics, 2023, 73, 103451
    • Citations: 6
  • Probabilistic Evaluation of Steel Column Damage under Blast Loading via Simulation Reliability Methods and Gene Expression Programming
    • Authors: Momeni, M., Bedon, C., Hadianfard, M.A.
    • Journal: Engineering Proceedings, 2023, 53(1), 20
    • Citations: 0
  • Vibration-Based Structural Damage Detection Using the Interactive Autodidactic School Optimization Algorithm Based on an Energy-Dissipation Method
    • Authors: Jahangiri, M., Hadianfard, M.A., Najafgholipour, M.A., Jahangiri, M.
    • Journal: International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics, 2022, 22(16), 2250192
    • Citations: 12
  • The effects of non-structural components on the dynamic characteristics and vulnerability of concrete structures using ambient vibration tests and Nakamura’s criterion
    • Authors: Hadianfard, M.A., Jahangiri, M., Shojaei, S.
    • Journal: Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 2022, 162, 107492
    • Citations: 4

 

 

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammadhassan Baqershahi : Structural Engineering| Best Researcher Award

PhD at Leibniz University Hannover, Germany

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi is a dedicated PhD student at Leibniz University Hannover, Germany, specializing in metal additive manufacturing for construction. 🏗️ Previously, he served as a Research Associate in Zurich, Switzerland, focusing on numerical simulation and topology optimization for additive manufacturing. 🇨🇭 With a strong foundation as a Structural Designer in Tehran, Iran, he contributed to the design of medium- to high-rise steel and reinforced concrete structures. 🌐 Combining academia and industry, Mohammadhassan’s passion for structural engineering is evident through his teaching role as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Tehran. 🏛️

 

Publication Profile :

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Academic Experience :

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi is currently a dedicated PhD student at Leibniz University Hannover, Germany, exploring the innovative application of metal additive manufacturing (AM) for construction. His extensive academic journey includes a remote role as a Research Associate in Zurich, Switzerland, with a focus on numerical simulation and topology optimization for additive manufacturing under the supervision of Prof. Ghafoori. 🌐 Prior to his doctoral pursuits, he earned a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Tehran, Iran, delving into integral bridges composed of tapered composite double layer superstructures and tree-shaped piers. 🏛️ His academic foundation was laid during his Bachelor’s studies at the University of Tehran, Iran, where he majored in Civil Engineering. 🎓

Professional Experience :

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi is an accomplished Structural Designer at Parsian Tarh Tima Consulting Engineers in Tehran, Iran, where he passionately contributed to the design of medium- to high-rise steel and reinforced concrete structures from December 2017 to August 2022. 🏢 Concurrently, he served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Tehran, School of Civil Engineering, imparting knowledge in “Structural Analysis I” from February 2017 to July 2018. 🎓 His commitment to education continued with a role as a Workshop Instructor at Digital Craft House in Tehran, Iran, in December 2021. 🏗️ There, he conducted workshops on Free Form Structures (FSS) 5, focusing on bending-active shells. 🌐 Additionally, he led a collaborative effort with the University of Art in Iran for the design and digital fabrication of timber bending-active shell structures. 🌲 Mohammadhassan extended his expertise internationally, co-facilitating the Bambo-Bam Summer School, a workshop on digital fabrication of bamboo structures, in collaboration with the BioDesign Research Group at Virginia Tech, US, from June to September 2021. 🎋 The breadth of his professional experience reflects a harmonious blend of design, education, and international collaboration.

Awards :

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi has earned accolades, showcasing his excellence in the field. In November 2020, he secured the Runner-up position in the Tokyo Dojo Competition organized by UNI.xyz and SWIFT. 🏆 His innovative and skillful contributions were recognized, reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of cutting-edge practices within the industry.Furthermore, in November 2019, Mohammadhassan achieved First Place in the Blue Sky Ideas Competition held by the University of Tehran, School of Civil Engineering. 🌌 This prestigious recognition underscores his ability to generate creative and groundbreaking concepts, establishing him as a standout talent in the field of civil engineering. His commitment to pushing the boundaries of conventional thinking and contributing original ideas to the discipline is evident through these notable accomplishments. 🚀 These awards not only reflect his individual excellence but also highlight his dedication to advancing the field through forward-thinking and innovative solutions.

Research Focus :

Mohammadhassan Baqershahi’s research focuses on the dynamic transverse load distribution in integral bridges, combining tapered composite double layer superstructures and tree-shaped piers. 🌉 His contributions extend to the design optimization of hybrid metal additive manufacturing for sustainable construction, exploring innovative approaches in Engineering Structures (2024). 🏗️ Additionally, he delves into form-finding using the optimization-based force density method, as demonstrated in the International Journal of Optimization in Civil Engineering (2021). 🔄 Mohammadhassan’s work exemplifies a multidisciplinary approach, integrating structural dynamics, additive manufacturing, and optimization techniques to advance the understanding and application of these principles in civil engineering. 🌐 His research contributes significantly to the evolving landscape of structural engineering and sustainable construction practices.

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