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

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
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
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
Energy performance and cost analysis for the nZEB retrofit of a typical UK hotel
Journal: Journal of Building Engineering, 2020
Cited by: 49 articles
Impact of Window Films on the Overall Energy Consumption of Existing UK Hotel Buildings
Journal: Sustainability, 2017
Cited by: 46 articles
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
Estimation and validation of energy consumption in UK existing hotel building using dynamic simulation software
Journal: Sustainability, 2017
Cited by: 39 articles
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
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
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

Prof. Dr. Adrian Ioana | Engineering | Innovative Research Award

National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Romania

Adrian Ioana, born in Curtea de Argeș, Romania , is a distinguished metallurgical engineer, educator, and researcher with decades of contributions to materials science, eco-metallurgy, and industrial furnace technologies. Currently serving as a Lecturer Doctor Engineer at the University “Politehnica” of Bucharest, Dr. Ioana is a prolific academic and inventor whose work bridges theoretical research and industrial application. His areas of expertise include electric arc furnaces, energy-saving metallurgical equipment, and biofuel-based combustion systems. He is an honorary member of prestigious organizations such as the Romanian Metallurgy Society (SRM) and has participated actively in Romania’s scientific advancement in metallurgy.

🎓 Education Background

Dr. Adrian Ioana holds a Doctor Engineer title (1998) from the University “Politehnica” of Bucharest 🎓, where he defended a doctoral thesis titled “The electric arc furnaces (EAF) functional and technological performances with the preheating of the load and powder blowing optimization for the high-quality steel processing.” He completed postgraduate academic studies in Management in 2004 from the same university and earlier earned a degree in Metallurgy (1979–1984) with a specialization in Extraction Metallurgy from the Polytechnic Institute of Bucharest.

💼 Professional Experience

With an expansive career beginning in 1984, Dr. Ioana has served in various esteemed positions, including Metallurgical Engineer at the Special Steel Complex in Târgoviște 🏭, Assistant-Engineer, Associate Professor, and now Lecturer Doctor Engineer at University “Politehnica” of Bucharest. Between 1987 and 1996, he was a Main Scientific Researcher at the Metallurgical Research Institute (ICEM), focusing on burner and energy recovery systems. His professional career also includes work as an Engineer at GRANTMETAL S.A., where he addressed technical challenges in burners and furnaces.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Ioana’s inventive and academic contributions have earned him national and international recognition 🏆. These include the Gold Medal at EUREKA 2002 in Brussels for his invention “Lance for Post-Combustion,” the 1999 Henry Ford European Conservation Award, and the Great Award of the Romanian Metallurgy Society in 1996. He also won First Prize at the ICEM Symposium in 1989 and other accolades for his work in ecological and advanced industrial burning systems.

🔬 Research Focus

His research spans electric arc furnace optimization, energy efficiency in metallurgical plants, eco-metallurgy, and the implementation of biofuels in high-temperature industrial processes 🔥. He is an active member of CrossRef, WSEAS, and other professional and research networks. Dr. Ioana has authored 16 specialty books, 21 ISI articles, 32 BDI articles, over 100 conference papers, and 7 industrial patents, with a particular interest in integrating computational systems with metallurgical engineering.

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Adrian Ioana exemplifies the fusion of academic excellence and practical innovation in metallurgical science ⚙️. With a legacy of pioneering sustainable, economical, and high-performance metallurgical systems, his work continues to influence both educational and industrial domains in Romania and abroad. As an educator, researcher, and engineer, he stands as a leading figure in advancing eco-technological transformations in heavy industry.