Nurhan Ecemis | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nurhan Ecemis | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Civil Engineering Department, Izmir Institute of technology Turkey

Prof. Dr. Nurhan Ecemis is a distinguished geotechnical engineer specializing in geotechnical earthquake engineering, soil dynamics, and liquefaction. She is a professor at Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), Turkey, and has served as the department chair since August 2024. She earned her Ph.D. from the State University of New York at Buffalo and has extensive academic and industry experience, including roles at the University of British Columbia and LANGAN Engineering, USA. Dr. Ecemis has published widely in high-impact journals and has contributed significantly to advancing geotechnical research. Her work focuses on laboratory and field testing methods, numerical modeling, and soil-structure interaction under seismic conditions. Recognized for her contributions, she has received multiple awards and research grants. She actively collaborates with international institutions and participates in global geotechnical engineering projects. Her expertise extends to advanced numerical simulations and experimental modeling in geotechnical engineering.

Publication Profile

Scholar

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) – State University of New York at Buffalo, USA (2004–2008). M.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) – Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (2001–2003). B.S. in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering, First-Class Honors) – Istanbul Kultur University, Turkey (1997–2001)

💼 Experience

Professor, Chair (2024–Present) – Civil Engineering Dept., Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), Turkey. Professor (2021–Present) – IZTECH, Turkey. Visiting Professor (2022–2023) – University of British Columbia, Canada. Associate Professor (2015–2021) – IZTECH, Turkey. Assistant Professor (2009–2015) – IZTECH, Turkey. Staff Engineer III (2008–2009) – LANGAN Engineering, New York, USA. Research & Teaching Assistant (2004–2008) – SUNY Buffalo, USA. Geotechnical Engineer (2002–2003) – ENAR Geotechnical Engineering, Turkey

🏆 Awards & Honors

Research Excellence Award – Recognized for outstanding geotechnical research contributions. Best Paper Award – Multiple international conferences in geotechnical and earthquake engineering. National & International Research Grants – Funded by major institutions for geotechnical research. Visiting Professorship – Awarded by University of British Columbia for research collaboration. Reviewer & Editorial Board Member – Leading geotechnical and earthquake engineering journals.  Industry Collaboration Awards – Recognized for contributions to engineering consultancy and seismic risk assessment projects

🔍 Research Focus

Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering – Seismic response of soil-structure systems. Soil Liquefaction & Post-Liquefaction Behavior – Laboratory and field investigations. In-situ & Laboratory Testing – CPT, shaking table tests, and cyclic loading studies. Soil Dynamics & Geomechanics – Numerical modeling of soil-structure interaction. Foundation Engineering – Design and analysis under seismic conditions. Numerical & Computational Modeling – FLAC3D, PLAXIS, ABAQUS simulations

Publication Top Notes

Laminar box system for 1-g physical modeling of liquefaction and lateral spreading (2009) – S Thevanayagam, T Kanagalingam, A Reinhorn, R Tharmendhira, … – 70 citations

 

Simulation of seismic liquefaction: 1-g model testing system and shaking table tests (2013) – N Ecemis – 65 citations

 

Time-dependent physicochemical characteristics of Malaysian residual soil stabilized with magnesium chloride solution (2016) – N Latifi, ASA Rashid, N Ecemis, MM Tahir, A Marto – 46 citations

 

Sand-granulated rubber mixture to prevent liquefaction-induced uplift of buried pipes: a shaking table study (2021) – N Ecemis, H Valizadeh, M Karaman – 42 citations

 

The use of neural networks for CPT-based liquefaction screening (2015) – Y Erzin, N Ecemis – 41 citations

 

Experimental and numerical modeling on the liquefaction potential and ground settlement of silt-interlayered stratified sands (2021) – N Ecemis – 40 citations

 

Influence of consolidation properties on the cyclic re-liquefaction potential of sands (2015) – N Ecemis, HE Demirci, M Karaman – 39 citations

 

Influence of non-/low plastic fines on cone penetration and liquefaction resistance (2014) – N Ecemis, M Karaman – 25 citations

 

The use of neural networks for the prediction of cone penetration resistance of silty sands (2017) – Y Erzin, N Ecemis – 22 citations

 

Soil liquefaction-induced uplift of buried pipes in sand-granulated-rubber mixture: Numerical modeling (2022) – H Valizadeh, N Ecemis – 17 citations

 

Effects of permeability on liquefaction resistance and cone resistance (2008) – S Thevanayagam, N Ecemis – 15 citations

 

Effects of permeability and compressibility on liquefaction screening using cone penetration resistance (2008) – N Ecemis – 14 citations

 

Tahir Muhammad| Civil Engineering | Young Scientist Award

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Tahir Muhammad| Civil Engineering | Young Scientist Award

👨‍🏫Tahir Muhammad, Dr at University of Engineering and Technology Lahore Pakistan, stands as a distinguished Academician/Research Scholar in the domain of Civil Engineering . Holding a Ph.D. Civil Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), Harbin, China, Indore, their professional journey exemplifies dedication and expertise. 📚

🌐 Professional Profiles:

🎓Education

Ph.D. Civil Engineering Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), Harbin, China Duration: 09/2017 – 07/2021 Majors: Structural Engineering.  M.Sc. Structural Engineering University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore, Pakistan Duration: 01/2014 – 01/2017 Majors: Structural Engineering.  B.Sc. Civil Engineering University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore, Pakistan Duration: 09/2009 – 08/2013.

🏆Academic Awards

Chinese Government Scholarship (2017-2021), Pakistan Education Endowment Fund (PEEF) Scholarship (2009-2013), Two Dean-Honor-Role awards (BSc)

🏗️Teaching Experience

  • Assistant Professor Civil Engineering Department, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Narowal Campus, Narowal, Pakistan Duration: 09/2021 – Present.
  • Lecturer Civil Engineering Department, University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Narowal Campus, Narowal, Pakistan Duration: 01/2014 – 09/2021.

📐Skills

Design of reinforced concrete buildings using ETABS, Design of floor systems using Excel sheets and CSI SAFE, Drafting of structural drawings using AutoCAD, Design of steel structures, Damage assessment and retrofitting/strengthening of buildings, Material take-off and cost estimation, Research papers and technical report writing

📊Research Interests 

Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) reinforced concrete, Numerical and analytical modeling of reinforced concrete structures, Precast concrete structures, Sustainable materials for concrete construction

Top Noted Publications 📚:

  1. Tahir, M., Wang, Z., and Ali, K.M. (2019). “Axial compressive behaviour of square concrete columns confined with CFRP strip ties using wet lay-up technique.” Construction and Building Materials.
  2. Tahir, M., Isleem, H.F., and Wang, Z. (2020). “Axial compressive stress–strain model for hybrid-reinforced concrete columns with FRP ties.” Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers-Structures and Buildings.
  3. Tahir, M., Wang, Z., and Ali, K.M., Isleem, H.F. (2019). “Shear behavior of concrete beams reinforced with CFRP sheet strip stirrups using wet-layup technique.” Structures.
  4. Isleem, H.F., Tahir, M., and Wang Z., (2020). “Axial stress–strain model developed for rectangular RC columns confined with FRP wraps and anchors.” Structures.
  5. Tahir, M., and Wang, Z., Wei, Z., Rizwan, J. (2021). “Numerical and analytical modelling of FRP-reinforced concrete columns subjected to eccentric compression loadings.” Australian Journal of Structural Engineering.
  6. Tahir, M., Wang, Z. (2020). “Performance comparison of circular and rectangular cross-sectioned FRP stirrups.” Proceedings of 11th International Civil Engineering Conference (ICEC-2020).
  7. Hameed, R., Saba, M., Riaz, M. R., Gilani, A.A., Tahir, M. (2021). “Strengthening of un-reinforced brick masonry walls using epoxy mortar” Journal of Applied Engineering Sciences.
  8. Hameed, R., Musa, M., Tahir, M., Shaban S. (2023). “Mechanical Properties of Plastic Concrete Made Using Recycled Aggregates for Paving Blocks.” International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa.
  9. Tahir, M., Hameed, R., Riaz M. (2023). “Bond Stress-Slip Behavior of Hybrid Fiber-Reinforced Recycled Aggregate Concrete Using Beam Test”. Iranian Journal of Science and Technology – Transactions of Civil Engineering.
  10. Umer, M., Hameed, R., Tahir, M., Shaban S. (2023). “Mechanical and Durability performance of 100% Recycled Aggregate Concrete Pavers made by compression casting”. Journal of Building Engineering.