Prof. Dr. Ali Bahadori Jahromi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ali Bahadori Jahromi | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ali Bahadori Jahromi , Professor of Civil Engineering , University of West London , United Kingdom.

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a distinguished academic and civil engineer at the University of West London, serving as Professor of Civil Engineering, Course Leader, and Doctoral Lead for Engineering. With an illustrious background in both academia and industry, he leads the Building Performance and Climate Change Research Group and founded the Engineering Future Sustainability journal. His professional journey spans the UK, Iran, and New Zealand, with contributions in sustainable construction, energy efficiency, and climate-resilient infrastructure. Recognized as a Fellow and Chartered Civil Engineer by the Institution of Civil Engineers, he is actively involved in curriculum development, research leadership, and industry collaborations.

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🎓 Education Background

Professor Bahadori-Jahromi’s academic foundation began in Iran with a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (1997) from Azad University. He advanced to earn an MSc in Structural Engineering from the University of Glasgow in 2002. His pursuit of research excellence continued with a PhD in Structural Engineering from Edinburgh Napier University in 2006, focusing on composite insulated beams—a topic that led to a patented innovation. His strong academic background underpins his expertise in structural mechanics, sustainability, and construction technologies. These academic milestones have established him as a thought leader and educator shaping the next generation of civil engineers.

🏗️ Professional Experience

Professor Bahadori-Jahromi has over two decades of experience across academia and industry. He began his academic career as a Research Assistant at Edinburgh Napier University, then moved into industry roles in the UK and New Zealand before returning to academia at the University of West London in 2008. There, he progressed from Lecturer to Professor, also serving as Course Leader and Head of Research Group. He has been instrumental in program accreditation, PhD supervision, and student mentorship. His leadership has expanded the Civil Engineering program significantly, showcasing his dedication to education, applied research, and institutional development.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Professor Bahadori-Jahromi has received numerous accolades, including prestigious awards from The Royal Academy of Engineering and The Royal Society of Edinburgh. He became a Chartered Civil Engineer in 2009 and was elected as a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers in 2015. His innovation on composite insulated beams earned patent recognition, and he was instrumental in securing external grants from prominent organizations such as Hilton Worldwide, Lidl, and CIBSE. His election as Chief Editor of Engineering Future Sustainability and active roles in the Joint Board of Moderators highlight his esteemed standing in both academic and engineering communities.

🔬 Research Focus

Professor Bahadori-Jahromi’s research centers on sustainable construction, AI-driven energy solutions, and climate-resilient infrastructure. He pioneers studies on embodied carbon calculations, life cycle assessments, nearly-zero energy building standards, and retrofitting strategies. He also develops machine learning models to predict building performance and optimize energy use. His innovations in concrete technology and material science include the use of polypropylene in concrete and composite timber joists. By leading the Building Performance and Climate Change group, he has built a research culture that merges theory and real-world impact, contributing to global dialogues on sustainability, construction technology, and environmental performance in buildings.

🧾 Conclusion

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a visionary leader in civil engineering education and research, blending academic excellence with practical innovation. His impactful work in sustainability, AI in construction, and engineering education has reshaped built environment studies at the University of West London. Through his publications, supervision, and industry partnerships, he exemplifies the synergy between academia and real-world problem-solving. As an editor, mentor, and innovator, his career stands as a model for aspiring engineers and researchers, continually pushing boundaries to promote a sustainable and resilient future in the built environment.

📚 Top Publications with Notes

  1. A hybrid model-based method for leak detection in large scale water distribution networks
    Journal: Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing, 2021
    Cited by: 68 articles

  2. Impact of Low-E Window Films on Energy Consumption and CO2 Emissions of an Existing UK Hotel Building
    Journal: Sustainability, 2019
    Cited by: 67 articles

  3. Investigating the potential impact of energy-efficient measures for retrofitting existing UK hotels to reach the nearly zero energy building (nZEB) standard
    Journal: Energy Efficiency, 2019
    Cited by: 55 articles

  4. Energy performance and cost analysis for the nZEB retrofit of a typical UK hotel
    Journal: Journal of Building Engineering, 2020
    Cited by: 49 articles

  5. Impact of Window Films on the Overall Energy Consumption of Existing UK Hotel Buildings
    Journal: Sustainability, 2017
    Cited by: 46 articles

  6. The role of embodied carbon databases in the accuracy of life cycle assessment (LCA) calculations for the embodied carbon of buildings
    Journal: Sustainability, 2021
    Cited by: 39 articles

  7. Estimation and validation of energy consumption in UK existing hotel building using dynamic simulation software
    Journal: Sustainability, 2017
    Cited by: 39 articles

  8. On the effect of steel columns cross sectional properties on the behaviours when subjected to blast loading
    Journal: Structural Engineering and Mechanics, 2012
    Cited by: 36 articles

  9. Comparison and evaluation of the potential energy, carbon emissions, and financial impacts from the incorporation of CHP and CCHP systems in existing UK hotel buildings
    Journal: Energies, 2018
    Cited by: 28 articles

  10. Investigating the impacts of a changing climate on the risk of overheating and energy performance for a UK retirement village adapted to the nZEB standards
    Journal: Building Services Engineering Research and Technology, 2019
    Cited by: 27 articles

 

Xinke Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Xinke Liu | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Shenzhen University, China

👨‍🏫 Liu, Ph.D. is an accomplished Associate Professor at Shenzhen University, specializing in wide bandgap semiconductor materials and electronic devices. With a prolific publication record of over 110 papers as a first or corresponding author, he has garnered more than 3040 citations and an impressive h-index of 31. His research focuses on the development of advanced GaN power electronics using CMOS-compatible materials and processes, aiming to revolutionize wide-bandgap power devices for future computing, 5G/6G communication, and electric cars.

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Education

🎓 Liu completed his Sc. long in Material Science from the National University of Singapore in 2004. He also holds a Graduate Certificate in Management of Technology from the National University of Singapore, obtained between 2011-2012.

Experience

🔬 Liu has a rich professional background, including hosting roles and research fellowships. He worked with Professor Ali Javey at the University of California, Berkeley, focusing on electronic devices related to novel 2D materials. He also collaborated with Professor Kah-Wee Ang at the National University of Singapore, and served as a professor at the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics and Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he researched GaN-based and GaN/2D heterojunction power devices.

Research Interests

🧠 Liu’s research interests include the development of advanced GaN power electronics using CMOS-compatible materials and processes. He explores advanced electronic devices such as Schottky Barrier Diodes (SBDs), PN Diodes (PNDs), High Voltage High Electron Mobility Transistors (HV-HEMTs), and Radio Frequency High Electron Mobility Transistors (RF-HEMTs). His work aims to produce electronic and optoelectronic chips that will drive innovation in wide-bandgap power devices for computing, communication, and automotive industries.

Awards

🏅 Liu has received numerous awards, including the Shenzhen Youth Science and Technology Award (2023), IEEE Senior Member (2021), Guangdong Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award (2022), and the Excellent Teaching Award of Shenzhen University (2020). He is recognized as one of Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists (2019, 2020, 2022) and has earned the Shenzhen Peacock Plan B Award (2014), among other honors.

Publications

Artificial synapses based on multiterminal memtransistors for neuromorphic application

Few-layer black phosphorus carbide field-effect transistor via carbon doping

Impact and Origin of Interface States in MOS Capacitor with Monolayer MoS2 and HfO2 High-k Dielectric

Down to ppb level NO2 detection by ZnO/rGO heterojunction based chemiresistive sensors

2D III-Nitride Materials: Properties, Growth, and Applications