Nermin Redzic | structural engineering | Research and Development Award

Nermin Redzic | structural engineering | Research and Development Award

Mr.Nermin Redzic , University of Zenica , Herzegovina.

Mr.Nermin Redzic is a dedicated academic and researcher in civil engineering ๐Ÿ—๏ธ, currently serving as a Senior Teaching Assistant and ECTS Coordinator at the Polytechnic Faculty of the University of Zenicaย ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฆ.ย  he specializes in structural analysis, concrete design, and computational mechanics. With years of experience in teaching and academic coordination, he actively contributes to advancing engineering educationย ๐ŸŽ“. Nermin is also pursuing a doctoral degree in Civil Engineering, focusing on innovative structural solutions. His commitment to research and education makes him a vital contributor to Bosnia and Herzegovinaโ€™s academic landscape.

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Education & Experienceย ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ—๏ธ

๐Ÿ”นย Education:

  • ๐Ÿ“–ย Postgraduate University Doctoral Study โ€“ Civil Engineering (2021โ€“Present)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย Masterโ€™s and Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Civil Engineering (University of Zenica, Polytechnic Faculty)

๐Ÿ”นย Work Experience:

  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซย Senior Teaching Assistant & ECTS Coordinator (2022โ€“Present)ย โ€“ University of Zenica
  • ๐Ÿ“šย Teaching Assistant (2017โ€“2020)ย โ€“ University of Zenica
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธย Technical Secretary at the Department of Civil and Structural Engineering

Suitability Summary

Mr.Nermin Redzicย  a distinguished scholar in civil and structural engineering, is a highly suitable candidate for the, particularly in the field ofย Research and Development in Civil Engineering. As aย Senior Teaching Assistant and ECTS Coordinatorย at theย University of Zenica, Polytechnic Faculty, his contributions have significantly advanced both academic excellence and practical applications in structural engineering.Nermin Redzici a distinguished researcher in civil and structural engineering, making significant contributions to both academia and industry. His dedication to research and development in structural engineering makes him an outstanding candidate for the ย Research and Developmentย Award, particularly in recognition of his achievements in Research and Development in Civil Engineering. His work has been instrumental in advancing structural stability analysis, computational mechanics, and innovative concrete design methodologies, bridging the gap between theory and application.

Professional Developmentย ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ“–

Mr.Nermin Redzic has continuously developed his expertise through academic roles, research, and administrative contributions. As a Senior Teaching Assistant, he delivers practical exercises in structural analysis, concrete design, computational mechanics, and foundation engineeringย ๐Ÿ—๏ธ. His role asย ECTS Coordinatorย involves ensuring academic credit system efficiencyย ๐Ÿ“Š. Actively engaged in curriculum development, he enhances engineering education with innovative methodologies. His participation inย conferences, workshops, and research collaborationsย strengthens his knowledge in advanced structural engineering conceptsย ๐Ÿ“š. Passionate about bridging academia and industry, Nermin remains dedicated to fostering the next generation of engineers in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Research Focusย ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ—๏ธ

Mr.Nermin Redzic research revolves around structural engineering, concrete structures, and computational mechanics. His studies exploreย structural stability, dynamic analysis, and advanced foundation engineeringย ๐Ÿข. He is particularly interested inย numerical modeling, seismic performance of structures, and optimization of reinforced concrete elementsย ๐ŸŒ. His work contributes to safer, more efficient construction practices while integrating sustainability and innovation. By combiningย theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, he seeks to improve civil engineering methodologiesย ๐Ÿ”„. His research aims to enhanceย structural resilienceย against environmental and seismic challenges, ensuring durable and cost-effective engineering solutions for modern infrastructure development.

Awards & Honorsย ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

๐Ÿ”นย Best Young Researcher Awardย โ€“ University of Zenica (2022)ย ๐Ÿ…
๐Ÿ”นย Outstanding Contribution to Structural Engineering Educationย โ€“ Polytechnic Faculty (2021)ย ๐ŸŽ“
๐Ÿ”นย Excellence in Teaching Awardย โ€“ University of Zenica (2020)ย ๐Ÿซ
๐Ÿ”นย Technical Secretary Recognition for Administrative Excellenceย โ€“ Civil and Structural Engineering Department (2019)ย ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
๐Ÿ”นย Graduate Research Grant for Civil Engineering Innovationsย โ€“ Bosnia and Herzegovina Research Fund (2018)ย ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Publication Top Notes

๐Ÿ“„ย A Review on the Behavior of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) Under Long-Term Loadsย โ€“ย Buildings 15(4), 571, 2025ย ๐Ÿ—๏ธย |ย DOI:ย 10.3390/buildings15040571ย |ย Authors:ย N. Redลพiฤ‡, N. Grgiฤ‡, G. Baloeviฤ‡ |ย Cited by:ย (Not available yet)ย ๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ“„ย Static Analysis of Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Slabs with Tie Rodsย โ€“ย Quality, 2023ย ๐Ÿ“ย |ย Authors:ย N. Redลพiฤ‡, Emir ฤuliฤ‡, Vahid Redลพiฤ‡ |ย Cited by:ย (Not available yet)ย ๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ“–ย Zbirka rijeลกenih zadataka iz Fundiranja/Temeljenjaย โ€“ย OTO, 2020ย ๐Ÿ“˜ย |ย Authors:ย Z. Taliฤ‡, N. Redลพiฤ‡

๐Ÿ“–ย OIT ODRลฝAVANJAย โ€“ย OTO, 2020ย ๐Ÿ—๏ธย |ย Authors:ย (Not specified)

๐Ÿ“„ย Calculation Index of Reliability on the Example of the Shed of a Steel Hall, Comparison of PTP and EC-1 Regulations for Snow Loadย โ€“ย Maลกinstvo 15(1), 41-48, 2020ย โ„๏ธ๐Ÿขย |ย Authors: R. Hadzovic, V. Redลพiฤ‡, N. Redลพiฤ‡ .

 

Usama Ebead | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Usama Ebead | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Usama Ebead, Qatar University, Qatar.

๐Ÿ“Œย 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 ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’กย 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 ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ”ฌ

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Education & Experienceย ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ’ผ

Education:

  • ๐ŸŽ“ย Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (2002)
  • ๐Ÿ“œย Graduate Certificate in Teaching, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada (2001)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย M.Sc. in Structural Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt (1998)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย B.Sc. Honours in Civil Engineering, Helwan University, Egypt (1994)

Academic Positions:

  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซย Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2017โ€“Present)
  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซย Associate Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2013โ€“2017)
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธย Affiliate Professor, University of British Columbia, Canada (2022โ€“2024)
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธย Joint Affiliated Professor, Qatar University (2021โ€“2023)
  • ๐ŸŒŽย Visiting Scholar, Western University, Canada (2020)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Associate Professor, UAE University (2011โ€“2017)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Assistant Professor, UAE University (2007โ€“2011)

Industry Experience:

  • ๐Ÿขย Part-time Structural Engineer, El-Khiat & Menissy, Egypt (1994โ€“1998)

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  ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”

Dr. Ebead is committed to advancingย engineering education, research, and professional training.ย ๐Ÿš€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 ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ“–ย His role as anย Associate Editor for major journalsย has strengthened global research dissemination.ย ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“šย 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 ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Research Focus

Dr. Usama Ebeadโ€™s research revolves around structural rehabilitation, sustainable construction materials, and AI-driven design optimization. ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ” His pioneering work includes non-corrosive composite reinforcements for deteriorating concrete structures, fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening, and machine learning applications in civil engineering. ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿ“Š He has contributed to data-driven modeling to predict structural behavior, ensuring safety and efficiency in modern infrastructure. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ›๏ธ His interdisciplinary research has led to successful international collaborations, securing CA$3.5 million in funding and authoring 150+ peer-reviewed papers. ๐Ÿ“š His work aligns with sustainability goals, addressing global challenges in resilient and eco-friendly structural engineering.

Awards & Honors ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

  • ๐Ÿ… Outstanding Reviewer Awards, Elsevier Journals (Construction and Building Materials, Engineering Structures)
  • ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Key Contributor, ABET Accreditation, Qatar University
  • ๐Ÿ† Best Researcher Award, Qatar University
  • ๐Ÿ… ACI Committee Member, Shaping Global Engineering Standards
  • ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Recognized Faculty Mentor, Student Success Initiatives
  • ๐Ÿ† International Research Grants, Secured CA$3.5 million+ for research projects
  • ๐ŸŒ Editorial Board Member, Structures and Buildings Journal
  • ๐Ÿ… Professional Leadership Roles, ACI & ASCE Committees

Publications Top Noted

๐Ÿ“Œย Fresh and hardened properties of seawater-mixed concrete โ€“ Construction and Building Materials (2018) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 319 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย Flexural strengthening of RC beams with externally bonded CFRP systems: Test results and 3D nonlinear FE analysis โ€“ Journal of Composites for Construction (2008) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 214 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย Effectiveness of Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix in Strengthening Reinforced Concrete Beams โ€“ Journal of Composites for Construction (2017) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 180 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย Fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening of two-way slabs โ€“ ACI Structural Journal (2004) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 163 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย A review of recent advances in the science and technology of seawater-mixed concrete โ€“ Cement and Concrete Research (2022) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 160 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย 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) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 145 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย Life cycle cost analysis of structural concrete using seawater, recycled concrete aggregate, and GFRP reinforcement โ€“ Construction and Building Materials (2018) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 145 citations

 

๐Ÿ“Œย Strengthening of two-way slabs using steel plates โ€“ ACI Structural Journal (2002) โ€“ย ๐Ÿ“–ย 141 citations

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