Mr. Luís Laím | Civil | Best Researcher Award
Luís Miguel dos Santos Laím is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, University of Coimbra, Portugal. He holds a PhD in Fire Safety Engineering, and is an Integrated Research Member of ISISE. His academic journey includes various invited positions and significant involvement in teaching, research, and consultancy in the field of Civil Engineering, particularly in structural fire engineering, optimization, and computational intelligence.
Publication Profile
🎓Education
Licentiate Degree in Civil Engineering, University of Coimbra, 2007, grade: 17/20. Integrated Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, University of Coimbra, 2008, grade: 17/20 Ph.D. in Fire Safety Engineering, University of Coimbra, 2013, approved with distinction and honour
💼Experience
Invited Assistant Professor (2014–2019), University of Coimbra. PhD Researcher (2019–2023), ISISE, University of Coimbra. Assistant Professor (2023–present), Department of Civil Engineering, University of Coimbra. Co-supervisor of 11 Master’s Theses and 4 PhD Theses
🏆Awards and Honors
PhD with Distinction and Honour, University of Coimbra. Best Paper Award, International Conferences. Recognition as Reviewer for over 100 scientific journals. Principal Investigator, Fire_Improv_ColdFSteel Project
🔬Research Focus
Structural Fire Engineering. Fire Testing Methods and Fire Dynamics. Structural Analysis & Optimization. Computational Intelligence & Performance-based Design. Steel & Composite Structures
Conclusion
Luís Laím stands out as a highly skilled researcher and educator whose work has contributed significantly to the advancement of structural fire safety and fire dynamics. His exceptional academic achievements, combined with his leadership in research and consultancy, make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By continuing to build on his solid foundation and engaging in interdisciplinary collaborations, Laím has the potential to further elevate his influence in the field of civil engineering.
Publications
- Experimental and numerical analysis on the structural behaviour of cold-formed steel beams
- Authors: L Laim, JPC Rodrigues, LS da Silva
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 72, 1-13
- Year: 2013
- Summary: This study investigates the structural behavior of cold-formed steel beams, combining experimental and numerical analyses to understand their performance under different loading conditions.
- Review of the high temperature mechanical and thermal properties of the steels used in cold formed steel structures–The case of the S280 Gd+ Z steel
- Authors: HD Craveiro, JPC Rodrigues, A Santiago, L Laím
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 98, 154-168
- Year: 2016
- Summary: This review focuses on the high-temperature mechanical and thermal properties of the S280 Gd+ Z steel used in cold-formed steel structures, emphasizing its behavior under fire conditions.
- Behaviour of fiber reinforced concrete columns in fire
- Authors: JPC Rodrigues, L Laím, AM Correia
- Published in: Composite Structures, 92 (5), 1263-1268
- Year: 2010
- Summary: The study explores the behavior of fiber-reinforced concrete columns when exposed to fire, highlighting their fire resistance and performance under high temperatures.
- Buckling resistance of axially loaded cold-formed steel columns
- Authors: HD Craveiro, JPC Rodrigues, L Laím
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 106, 358-375
- Year: 2016
- Summary: This paper examines the buckling resistance of axially loaded cold-formed steel columns, providing insights into their stability and failure mechanisms.
- Buckling resistance of concrete-filled cold-formed steel (CF-CFS) built-up short columns under compression
- Authors: R Rahnavard, HD Craveiro, RA Simões, L Laím, A Santiago
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 170, 108638
- Year: 2022
- Summary: The study investigates the buckling resistance of concrete-filled cold-formed steel built-up short columns under compression, offering guidance for their design and performance.
- Buckling behavior of closed built-up cold-formed steel columns under compression
- Authors: HD Craveiro, R Rahnavard, L Laím, RA Simões, A Santiago
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 179, 109493
- Year: 2022
- Summary: This paper analyzes the buckling behavior of closed built-up cold-formed steel columns subjected to compression, focusing on their load-bearing capacity and structural integrity.
- Cold-formed steel columns made with open cross-sections subjected to fire
- Authors: HD Craveiro, JPC Rodrigues, L Laím
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 85, 1-14
- Year: 2014
- Summary: The study explores the behavior of cold-formed steel columns with open cross-sections when exposed to fire, assessing their fire resistance and structural stability.
- Concrete-filled cold-formed steel (CF-CFS) built-up columns under compression: Test and design
- Authors: R Rahnavard, HD Craveiro, M Lopes, RA Simões, L Laím, C Rebelo
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 179, 109603
- Year: 2022
- Summary: This paper presents experimental tests and design recommendations for concrete-filled cold-formed steel built-up columns under compression, contributing to the understanding of their performance.
- Flexural behaviour of beams made of cold-formed steel sigma-shaped sections at ambient and fire conditions
- Authors: L Laím, JPC Rodrigues, HD Craveiro
- Published in: Thin-Walled Structures, 87, 53-65
- Year: 2015
- Summary: The study investigates the flexural behavior of cold-formed steel beams with sigma-shaped sections under both ambient and fire conditions, providing insights into their structural performance under fire exposure.