Sijan Adhikari | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sijan Adhikari | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Graduate Student | University of Oklahoma | United States

Mr. Sijan Adhikari is a dedicated and forward-thinking civil engineer with a primary focus on structural engineering and modern construction technologies. He is currently serving as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Oklahoma, where he contributes to research and academic instruction. With a passion for innovation and hands-on engineering, Mr. Adhikari brings valuable field experience and academic knowledge to his work, combining theoretical insights with practical solutions in structural design and construction materials.

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Education

Mr. Adhikari is presently pursuing a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering at the University of Oklahoma, where his coursework includes advanced topics such as Structural Steel and Concrete Design, Prestressed Concrete, Advanced Mechanics of Materials, and Matrix Methods in Structural Analysis. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, where he developed a strong foundation in structural theory, reinforced concrete design, and computational techniques.

Experience

Mr. Adhikari has gained diverse professional experience both in academia and industry. He currently serves as a research and teaching assistant at the University of Oklahoma, where he leads a team working with concrete 3D printing for structural applications and supervises projects supported by major institutions such as ACI-NEx and the Southern Plains Transportation Center (SPTC). Prior to this, he worked as a Site Engineer and Consultant at Aarshi Associates Pvt. Ltd. in Nepal, where he was involved in structural design and quality monitoring for infrastructure projects, including the feasibility and design of international terminal buildings. His experience spans both field engineering and academic collaboration.

Research Interests

Mr. Adhikari’s research focuses on the integration of advanced materials in construction, including thermoplastic carbon fiber-reinforced polymers and various concrete types such as Ultra-High Performance Concrete and polymer-modified mixtures. He is particularly interested in the application of 3D concrete printing in structural engineering, exploring its viability for real-world structures. His involvement in funded research and presentations at key industry conventions underscores his commitment to developing sustainable and innovative engineering solutions.

Honors

Mr. Adhikari has received several accolades for his academic and research accomplishments. These include financial assistance and scholarship awards from the College of Engineering at the University of Oklahoma, as well as an undergraduate research scholarship from Bhaktapur Municipality in Nepal. He is also a certified trainee in a range of professional tools such as ArcGIS, SAP2000, AutoCAD, Google Earth Engine, and Microsoft Project, demonstrating his technical proficiency.

Top Noted Publication

Title: Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Tapes in Cementitious and Polymer Concretes
Year of Publication: 2025
Citations: 1

Conclusion

Mr. Sijan Adhikari stands out as a dynamic emerging scholar in the field of structural engineering. His integrated approach—blending advanced materials research, practical fieldwork, and academic rigor—positions him as a valuable contributor to the civil engineering discipline. With a growing portfolio of research, industry experience, and academic involvement, he demonstrates strong potential for future leadership in infrastructure innovation and sustainability.

Assist. Prof. Dr Dan Liu | Transportation | Best Researcher Award |

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Assist. Prof. Dr Dan Liu | Transportation | Best Researcher Award | 

Assistant professor, at Kean University, United States.

Dr. Dan Liu is an Assistant Professor at Kean University, USA, specializing in data analytics, deep learning, and combinatorial optimization applied to freight transportation, logistics, and sustainable supply chain management. With a strong academic and research background, she has contributed significantly to advancing resilient and sustainable transportation systems through cutting-edge methodologies and interdisciplinary collaborations.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Liu earned her Ph.D. in Management from Northwestern Polytechnical University, China (2013), following an M.S. in Economics and Management from Xi’an Technological University (2009) and a B.S. in Mechanical Electronic Engineering from the same institution (2006). Her education laid the foundation for her expertise in optimization, data-driven logistics, and urban freight systems.

Professional Experience 💼

Before joining Kean University (2024), Dr. Liu was an Associate Professor at the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology (2021-2024) and a Research Assistant Professor (2019-2021) and Postdoctoral Fellow (2019) at Florida Atlantic University, USA. She has also served as a Visiting Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands (2023), collaborating on sustainable freight and logistics research.

Research Interests 🌍

Her research explores deep learning, smart logistics, and sustainable transportation, with a particular interest in freight network resilience, last-mile delivery optimization, and intermodal transport systems. She applies AI, data-driven decision-making, and optimization techniques to enhance supply chain efficiency while promoting environmental sustainability.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Dr. Liu has received several accolades, including the Shaanxi Province Science & Technology Award for collaborative product development, the Transportation Science and Technology Award (2019) for intermodal freight network design, and recognition for her work on IoT applications for autism care (2016). Her contributions in transportation planning and logistics research have earned her widespread recognition.

Top Noted Publications 📚

Predicting Freeway Traffic Crash Severity Using XGBoost‐Bayesian Network Model with Consideration of Features Interaction – Y. Yang, K. Wang, Z. Yuan, D. Liu – 79 citations, Journal of Advanced Transportation, 2022

Design of Sustainable Urban Electronic Grocery Distribution Network – D. Liu, Z. Deng, W. Zhang, Y. Wang, E.I. Kaisar – 67 citations, Alexandria Engineering Journal, 2021

Two-Echelon Vehicle-Routing Problem: Optimization of Autonomous Delivery Vehicle-Assisted E-Grocery Distribution – D. Liu, Z. Deng, X. Mao, Y. Yang, E.I. Kaisar – 63 citations, IEEE Access, 2020

Hybrid Artificial Immune Algorithm for Optimizing a Van-Robot E-Grocery Delivery System – D. Liu, P. Yan, Z. Pu, Y. Wang, E.I. Kaisar – 37 citations, Transportation Research Part E, 2021

Design and Freight Corridor-Fleet Size Choice in Collaborative Intermodal Transportation Network Considering Economies of Scale – D. Liu, Z. Deng, Q. Sun, Y. Wang, Y. Wang – 29 citations, Sustainability, 2019

Conclusion

Dr. Dan Liu is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to high-quality publications, international collaborations, and leadership in transportation and supply chain research. Strengthening citation metrics, securing major grants, and expanding interdisciplinary work could further solidify competitiveness.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Liangqin Wu | civil engineer | Best Researcher Award |

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Liangqin Wu | civil engineer | Best Researcher Award | 

East China Jiaotong university , at College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, China.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Liangqin Wu is a distinguished civil engineer specializing in bridge engineering, vehicle-bridge dynamic interaction, and track-bridge interaction. With a strong academic and industry background, he has contributed significantly to the field through research, teaching, and engineering practice. Currently serving at the School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, East China Jiaotong University, he has led multiple national and provincial research projects and collaborated on international infrastructure initiatives.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Wu earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Tongji University (2012), focusing on railway bridge structures. He holds a Master’s degree from Tianjin Chengjian University (2008) and a Bachelor’s degree from Northwestern Polytechnical University (2005), both in Civil Engineering. His academic journey has shaped his expertise in bridge dynamics, structural analysis, and railway infrastructure development.

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Wu has extensive academic and industry experience. Since 2014, he has been a faculty member at East China Jiaotong University, teaching Bridge Engineering, Railway Bridge Engineering, and Introduction to Transportation. As a visiting scholar at China Railway Group Limited (Malaysia), he contributed to municipal bridge design in Kuala Lumpur. Before academia, he worked as a bridge engineer at The Third Railway Survey and Design Institute Group Corporation (TSDI), where he played a key role in structural computations for large-scale bridges, optimizing efficiency through self-developed computational programs.

Research Interests 🌍

His primary research interests include vehicle-bridge dynamic interaction, track-bridge interaction, and railway bridge engineering. His studies involve experimental and numerical analysis to enhance the safety, stability, and efficiency of modern railway bridges. He has conducted pioneering work on thin-walled trough girder bridges, braking force dynamics, and long-span rigid frame bridges, significantly contributing to structural resilience and design optimization.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Dr. Wu has been awarded multiple research grants, including funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province. His research contributions have been recognized through industry collaborations, academic accolades, and keynote presentations at international conferences.

Top Noted Publications 📚

Title: Effects of Elevated Temperature on Rubber Concrete: Fracture Properties and Mechanism Analysis
Authors: L. Wu, Liangqin; R. Li, Renfeng; Z. Zhu, Zhiyong; B.B. Aydin, Beyazit Bestami; Y. Zhou, Yubao
Citations: 0
Index: Construction and Building Materials
Year of Publication: 2025

Conclusion

Wu Liangqin is a strong candidate for a research award, particularly in structural engineering, bridge dynamics, and railway infrastructure. However, to be highly competitive for a Best Researcher Award, he could further enhance his publication impact, international collaborations, and research leadership.

Dr Jinjian Hu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award |

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Dr. Jinjian Hu | Geotechnical Engineering | Best Researcher Award | 

Student, at Hohai University, China.

Dr. Jinjian Hu is a dedicated researcher specializing in intelligent shield tunneling and software development. His expertise lies in integrating advanced computational techniques with tunneling engineering to enhance efficiency and automation in underground construction. With a strong academic background and a growing research portfolio, he is committed to pushing the boundaries of engineering innovation.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Hu received his B.S. degree from Dalian Jiaotong University, China, in 2021, followed by a Master’s degree from Hohai University, China, in 2024. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. at Hohai University, focusing on cutting-edge technologies in shield tunneling and intelligent engineering systems.

Professional Experience 💼

With a strong background in engineering and computational modeling, Dr. Hu has contributed to research projects that bridge the gap between civil engineering and digital technologies. His experience includes collaboration with leading researchers, participation in cutting-edge tunneling projects, and the development of intelligent software solutions for infrastructure engineering.

Research Interests 🌍

His research revolves around intelligent shield tunneling, where he applies artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven methodologies to improve tunneling processes. Additionally, his expertise in software development allows him to design and implement computational tools that optimize tunneling operations, making construction safer, faster, and more cost-effective.

Awards & Honors 🏆

Dr. Hu has been recognized for his contributions to the field through various academic and research accolades. His innovative approach to intelligent tunneling has earned him recognition in conferences, competitions, and institutional awards.

Top Noted Publications 📚

Title: Research on Real-time Prediction of Shield Cutterhead Torque Based on TCN-LSTM
Authors: T. Feng, J. Hu (Jinjian), Y. Li (Yan), Y. Liang (Yu), T. Feng (Tugeng)
Journal: Modern Tunnelling Technology
Year of Publication: 2024
Citations: 0

Conclusion

Jinjian Hu shows great potential but is still early in his academic journey. To be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, he should focus on high-impact research output, innovation, collaborations, and recognition. If this award is for early-career researchers, he may be a competitive candidate, provided he has notable publications and contributions.