Jong-Han Lee | Smart Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Jong-Han Lee, Inha University, South Korea.

Dr. Jong-Han Lee is a Professor and Head of the Department of Civil Engineering at Inha University, Korea. His expertise spans hazard risk analysis, smart materials, earthquake-resistant design, and structural resilience . With a Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology, he has held key roles in academia and industry, including POSCO E&C and Daegu University. A prolific researcher, he leads cutting-edge projects in digital twins, CFRP reinforcements, and AI-driven structural analysis . He actively contributes to global conferences and editorial boards, shaping the future of civil engineering innovation .

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Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Georgia Institute of Technology (2010)
M.S. in Civil Engineering – KAIST, Korea (2004)
B.S. in Civil Engineering – KAIST, Korea (2002)

Professor & Head – Inha University (2024–Present)
Associate Professor – Inha University (2019–2024)
Assistant Professor – Inha University (2019)
Assistant Professor – Daegu University (2013–2019)
Section Manager – POSCO E&C (2011–2013)
Postdoctoral Researcher – Georgia Tech (2010–2011)
Graduate Research Assistant – Georgia Tech & KAIST

Suitability summary for best researcher Award

Dr. Jong-Han Lee, Ph.D., P.E., a distinguished Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Inha University, has been honored with the Best Researcher Award for his outstanding contributions to structural engineering, hazard risk analysis, and smart material applications. His extensive research and leadership in earthquake-resistant design, structural integrity assessment, and smart infrastructure development have significantly advanced the field, making him a deserving recipient of this prestigious accolade.

Professional Development

Dr. Lee has significantly impacted structural engineering, specializing in hazard risk mitigation, earthquake resilience, and smart materials integration . As a conference chairman, editor-in-chief, and research leader, he actively contributes to advancing construction safety and sustainability . His leadership in Korea’s major civil engineering committees fosters global collaborations. With expertise in AI-driven diagnostics and digital twin technologies, his work bridges research and real-world applications . Committed to innovation, he continues to pioneer advanced construction materials, ensuring structural integrity and sustainability for future generations .

Research Focus

Jong-Han Lee, Ph.D., P.E., focuses on structural resilience , hazard risk analysis , and earthquake-resistant design . His research spans smart materials and structures , integrating field data with numerical simulations to enhance structural integrity . He develops advanced monitoring systems and digital twin technologies for predictive maintenance. His work on carbon fiber reinforcement and self-healing cementitious materials aims at sustainable infrastructure . With expertise in high-speed rail bridge dynamics and concrete deterioration analysis , his research contributes to safer, longer-lasting structures in civil engineering.

Awards and Honors

Best Paper Award – Korea Society of Civil Engineers
Outstanding Research Award – Korea Concrete Institute
Excellence in Engineering Innovation – Korea Institute for Structural Maintenance
Top 10 Influential Civil Engineers in Korea – 2023
Best Young Researcher Award – Korean Institute of Bridge and Structural Engineers
Outstanding Editor Award – KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering
Government Research Grant Awards – National Research Foundation of Korea

Publication Top Noted

1️⃣ Flexural capacity of fiber reinforced concrete with a consideration of concrete strength and fiber content – Construction and Building Materials (2017) – Cited by: 173

2️⃣ Influence of concrete strength combined with fiber content in the residual flexural strengths of fiber reinforced concrete – Composite Structures (2017) – Cited by: 148

3️⃣ Investigation of extreme environmental conditions and design thermal gradients during construction for prestressed concrete bridge girders – Journal of Bridge Engineering (2012) – Cited by: 105

4️⃣ Application of probabilistic neural networks for prediction of concrete strength – Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering (2005) – Cited by: 101

5️⃣ Analysis of thermal environmental effects on precast, prestressed concrete bridge girders: temperature differentials and thermal deformations – Advances in Structural Engineering (2012) – Cited by: 95

6️⃣ Crack-closing performance of NiTi and NiTiNb fibers in cement mortar beams using shape memory effects – Composite Structures (2018) – Cited by: 67

7️⃣ Experimental study of the reinforcement effect of macro-type high strength polypropylene on the flexural capacity of concrete – Construction and Building Materials (2016) – Cited by: 64

8️⃣ A vision-based dynamic rotational angle measurement system for large civil structures – Sensors (2012) – Cited by: 63

Bahadır Kopçasız | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Bahadır Kopçasız, Istanbul Gelisim University, Turkey.

Dr. Bahadır Kopçasız is a dedicated academic and researcher serving as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University. His expertise lies in applied mathematics, particularly in nonlinear dynamics, optical solitons, and fractional-order equations. Dr. Kopçasız has made significant contributions to his field, publishing numerous high-impact articles in SCI-indexed journals and participating in international conferences. His research emphasizes innovative mathematical approaches to physical and optical systems, demonstrating a profound commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

Education and Experience

B.Sc. in Mathematics (Karadeniz Technical University, 2015)

M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics (Yeditepe University, 2018)

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics (Bursa Uludağ University, 2024)

Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University (Current)

Published extensively in SCI-Expanded journals, including Q1 and Q2 categories

Frequent presenter at international scientific conferences

Summary Suitability For the award

Dr. Bahadır Kopçasız, a distinguished academic and researcher at İstanbul Gelişim University, is a leading figure in applied mathematics, particularly in nonlinear dynamics, optical solitons, and fractional-order equations. With a robust academic background, including a Ph.D. from Bursa Uludağ University, Dr. Kopçasız has consistently demonstrated exceptional research capabilities, making him an ideal candidate for the prestigious Best Researcher Award. His contributions have not only advanced the field of mathematical physics but also set a benchmark for innovation and scholarly excellence.

Professional Development

Dr. Bahadır Kopçasız actively engages in mathematical research, focusing on applied and computational mathematics with a special interest in nonlinear Schrödinger equations, soliton dynamics, and fractional-order systems. He has collaborated on cutting-edge projects, showcasing his ability to derive novel solutions using advanced mathematical frameworks. By exploring multi-wave interactions, chaotic behaviors, and bifurcation analyses, his work has paved the way for new insights into optical and geophysical systems. Additionally, Dr. Kopçasız is committed to mentoring aspiring mathematicians, contributing to the global scientific community with impactful research and presentations.

Research Focus

Dr. Kopçasız’s research encompasses applied mathematics, with a strong focus on nonlinear equations, soliton theory, and fractional calculus. He investigates complex dynamical systems, deriving analytical and numerical solutions to equations like the nonlinear Schrödinger and Korteweg–de Vries systems. His work has significant implications for optical solitons, quantum systems, and geophysical phenomena. Leveraging innovative mathematical methods, Dr. Kopçasız explores interactional phenomena, chaos theory, and conservation laws, bridging theory with real-world applications. His contributions enrich the fields of optical physics and applied nonlinear dynamics.

Publication Top Notes

Exploration of Soliton Solutions for the Kaup–Newell Model Using Two Integration Schemes in Mathematical Physics (2025)

Unveiling New Exact Solutions of the Complex-Coupled Kuralay System Using the Generalized Riccati Equation Mapping Method (2024)

Contributors: Bahadır Kopçasız

Inquisition of Optical Soliton Structure and Qualitative Analysis for the Complex-Coupled Kuralay System (2024)

Innovative Integration Technologies for Kaup-Newell Model: Sub-Picosecond Optical Pulses in Birefringent Fibers (2024)

Solitonic Structures and Chaotic Behavior in the Geophysical Korteweg–de Vries Equation: A μ-Symmetry and g′-Expansion Approach (2024)

μ-Symmetries and μ-Conservation Laws for the Nonlinear Dispersive Modified Benjamin-Bona-Mahony Equation (2023)

Analytical Soliton Solutions of the Fractional Order Dual-Mode Nonlinear Schrödinger Equation with Time-Space Conformable Sense by Some Procedures (2023) –