Dr. Usama Ebead, Qatar University, Qatar.
ย Dr. Usama Ebeadย is a distinguishedย Professor of Structural Engineeringย atย Qatar University, Doha, with a career spanning over two decades in academia, research, and industry. His expertise lies inย structural rehabilitation, composite materials, and machine learning applications in civil engineering.ย 
ย He has held key leadership roles, contributing toย ABET accreditation, curriculum innovation, and student success initiatives. Dr. Ebead has secured overย CA$3.5 million in research fundingย and publishedย 150+ peer-reviewed papers. As an active member ofย ACI and ASCE, he influences engineering standards globally.ย 
Publication Profiles
Education & Experienceย 
Education:
- ย Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (2002)
ย Graduate Certificate in Teaching, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (2001)- ย M.Sc. in Structural Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt (1998)
- ย B.Sc. Honours in Civil Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt (1994)
Academic Positions:
ย Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2017โPresent)- ย Associate Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2013โ2017)
ย Affiliate Professor, University of British Columbia, Canada (2022โ2024)- ย Joint Affiliated Professor, Qatar University (2021โ2023)
ย Visiting Scholar, Western University, Canada (2020)- ย Associate Professor, UAE University (2011โ2017)
- ย Assistant Professor, UAE University (2007โ2011)
Industry Experience:
ย Part-time Structural Engineer, El-Khiat & Menissy, Egypt (1994โ1998)
Summary Suitability
Dr. Usama Ebead, Ph.D., P.Eng., M.ASCE, M.ACI, a Professor of Structural Engineering at Qatar University, is a distinguished researcher known for his groundbreaking contributions to sustainable materials, structural rehabilitation, and machine learning applications in civil engineering. His pioneering research on non-corrosive composite materials and fiber-reinforced polymers has significantly advanced the durability and resilience of concrete structures. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications and approximately CA$3.5 million in research funding, Dr. Ebead has demonstrated remarkable innovation, leadership, and academic excellence. His extensive scholarly contributions, impactful industry collaborations, and commitment to advancing engineering research make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Developmentย 
Dr. Ebead is committed to advancingย engineering education, research, and professional training.ย 
ย He has actively participated inย curriculum development, ABET accreditation, and student mentoringย at Qatar University. As aย committee chair and program coordinator, he has enhanced faculty teaching strategies and initiatedย project-based learningย in structural engineering.ย 
ย His role as anย Associate Editor for major journalsย has strengthened global research dissemination.ย ย Dr. Ebead continuously engages inย international collaborations, contributing to ACI and ASCE, and refining industry best practices. His dedication toย sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutionsย underscores his leadership in civil engineering.ย 
Research Focus
Dr. Usama Ebeadโs research revolves around structural rehabilitation, sustainable construction materials, and AI-driven design optimization. ๐๏ธ๐ His pioneering work includes non-corrosive composite reinforcements for deteriorating concrete structures, fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening, and machine learning applications in civil engineering. ๐ค๐ He has contributed to data-driven modeling to predict structural behavior, ensuring safety and efficiency in modern infrastructure. ๐๐๏ธ His interdisciplinary research has led to successful international collaborations, securing CA$3.5 million in funding and authoring 150+ peer-reviewed papers. ๐ His work aligns with sustainability goals, addressing global challenges in resilient and eco-friendly structural engineering.
Awards & Honors ๐๐๏ธ
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Outstanding Reviewer Awards, Elsevier Journals (Construction and Building Materials, Engineering Structures)
- ๐๏ธ Key Contributor, ABET Accreditation, Qatar University
- ๐ Best Researcher Award, Qatar University
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ACI Committee Member, Shaping Global Engineering Standards
- ๐๏ธ Recognized Faculty Mentor, Student Success Initiatives
- ๐ International Research Grants, Secured CA$3.5 million+ for research projects
- ๐ Editorial Board Member, Structures and Buildings Journal
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Professional Leadership Roles, ACI & ASCE Committees
Publications Top Noted
ย Fresh and hardened properties of seawater-mixed concrete โ Construction and Building Materials (2018) โย ย 319 citations
ย Flexural strengthening of RC beams with externally bonded CFRP systems: Test results and 3D nonlinear FE analysis โ Journal of Composites for Construction (2008) โย ย 214 citations
ย Effectiveness of Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix in Strengthening Reinforced Concrete Beams โ Journal of Composites for Construction (2017) โย ย 180 citations
ย Fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening of two-way slabs โ ACI Structural Journal (2004) โย ย 163 citations
ย A review of recent advances in the science and technology of seawater-mixed concrete โ Cement and Concrete Research (2022) โย ย 160 citations
ย Engineering students’ readiness to transition to emergency online learning in response to COVID-19: Case of Qatar โ EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (2020) โย ย 145 citations
ย Life cycle cost analysis of structural concrete using seawater, recycled concrete aggregate, and GFRP reinforcement โ Construction and Building Materials (2018) โย ย 145 citations
ย Strengthening of two-way slabs using steel plates โ ACI Structural Journal (2002) โย ย 141 citations
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