Usama Ebead | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Usama Ebead, Qatar University, Qatar.

 Dr. Usama Ebead is a distinguished Professor of Structural Engineering at Qatar University, Doha, with a career spanning over two decades in academia, research, and industry. His expertise lies in structural rehabilitation, composite materials, and machine learning applications in civil engineering.  He has held key leadership roles, contributing to ABET accreditation, curriculum innovation, and student success initiatives. Dr. Ebead has secured over CA$3.5 million in research funding and published 150+ peer-reviewed papers. As an active member of ACI and ASCE, he influences engineering standards globally. 

Publication Profiles

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Education & Experience 

Education:

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

Academic Positions:

•  Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2017–Present)
•  Associate Professor, Qatar University, Doha (2013–2017)
•  Affiliate Professor, University of British Columbia, Canada (2022–2024)
•  Joint Affiliated Professor, Qatar University (2021–2023)
•  Visiting Scholar, Western University, Canada (2020)
•  Associate Professor, UAE University (2011–2017)
•  Assistant Professor, UAE University (2007–2011)

Industry Experience:

•  Part-time Structural Engineer, El-Khiat & Menissy, Egypt (1994–1998)

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 Development 

Dr. Ebead is committed to advancing engineering education, research, and professional training.  He has actively participated in curriculum development, ABET accreditation, and student mentoring at Qatar University. As a committee chair and program coordinator, he has enhanced faculty teaching strategies and initiated project-based learning in structural engineering.  His role as an Associate Editor for major journals has strengthened global research dissemination.  Dr. Ebead continuously engages in international collaborations, contributing to ACI and ASCE, and refining industry best practices. His dedication to sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions underscores his leadership in civil engineering. 

Research Focus

Dr. Usama Ebead’s research revolves around structural rehabilitation, sustainable construction materials, and AI-driven design optimization. 🏗️🔍 His pioneering work includes non-corrosive composite reinforcements for deteriorating concrete structures, fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening, and machine learning applications in civil engineering. 🤖📊 He has contributed to data-driven modeling to predict structural behavior, ensuring safety and efficiency in modern infrastructure. 🌍🏛️ His interdisciplinary research has led to successful international collaborations, securing CA$3.5 million in funding and authoring 150+ peer-reviewed papers. 📚 His work aligns with sustainability goals, addressing global challenges in resilient and eco-friendly structural engineering.

Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️

• 🏅 Outstanding Reviewer Awards, Elsevier Journals (Construction and Building Materials, Engineering Structures)
• 🎖️ Key Contributor, ABET Accreditation, Qatar University
• 🏆 Best Researcher Award, Qatar University
• 🏅 ACI Committee Member, Shaping Global Engineering Standards
• 🎖️ Recognized Faculty Mentor, Student Success Initiatives
• 🏆 International Research Grants, Secured CA$3.5 million+ for research projects
• 🌍 Editorial Board Member, Structures and Buildings Journal
• 🏅 Professional Leadership Roles, ACI & ASCE Committees

Publications Top Noted

 Fresh and hardened properties of seawater-mixed concrete – Construction and Building Materials (2018) –  319 citations

 

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

 

 Effectiveness of Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix in Strengthening Reinforced Concrete Beams – Journal of Composites for Construction (2017) –  180 citations

 

 Fiber-reinforced polymer strengthening of two-way slabs – ACI Structural Journal (2004) –  163 citations

 

 A review of recent advances in the science and technology of seawater-mixed concrete – Cement and Concrete Research (2022) –  160 citations

 

 Engineering students’ readiness to transition to emergency online learning in response to COVID-19: Case of Qatar – EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (2020) –  145 citations

 

 Life cycle cost analysis of structural concrete using seawater, recycled concrete aggregate, and GFRP reinforcement – Construction and Building Materials (2018) –  145 citations

 

 Strengthening of two-way slabs using steel plates – ACI Structural Journal (2002) –  141 citations

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