Hemraj Kumavat | Civil Engineering | Innovative Technology Leadership Award

🌟Dr. Hemraj Kumavat , Civil Engineering, Innovative Technology Leadership AwardπŸ†

Doctorate at R. C. Patel Institute of Technology,Β Shirpur, India

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Civil Engineering. With a diverse educational background including a Ph.D. from NMIMS Bombay, he has held various teaching and consulting positions. His expertise encompasses structural design, surveying, and engineering mechanics. Dr. Kumavat is actively involved in academic administration, professional body memberships, and has received numerous awards for his contributions to research and education.

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ORCID Profile

Dr. Kumavat has an Scopus Author ID (57191961888) and an Orcid ID (0000-0002-9615-7664), indicating his presence and contributions in academic literature. His Publons Researcher ID (AAH-9052-2021) further reflects his engagement in scholarly activities and peer review.

  • Citations: 131
  • Documents: 16
  • h-index: 5

Education:

Dr. Kumavat’s academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from NMIMS Bombay, an M.E. in Building Science and Technology, a B.E. in Civil Engineering, and a Diploma in Civil Engineering. He has consistently demonstrated academic excellence throughout his educational career.

Research Focus:

Dr. Kumavat’s research interests primarily revolve around civil engineering, with a focus on topics such as concrete quality assessment using non-destructive testing, GIS-based heritage digital twin for risk analysis, and structural properties of materials. His work aims to advance knowledge in these areas and contribute to practical solutions in the field.

Professional Journey:

Dr. Kumavat’s professional journey spans teaching positions at various institutions, including R.C. Patel Institute of Technology and Godavari College of Engineering. He has also worked as a consulting engineer, contributing to structural design projects and material testing. His extensive experience in academia and industry informs his research and teaching endeavors.

Honors & Awards:

Dr. Kumavat has been recognized both nationally and internationally for his contributions to academia and research. Notable awards include the Academic Professional Excellence Award in Civil Engineering, Sir Arthur Cotton Memorial Prize, Best Faculty Award for Specific Innovations, and Young Scientist Award, among others.

Publications Noted & Contributions:

Dr. Kumavat has made significant contributions to scholarly literature, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. His research papers cover a range of topics including mechanical properties in masonry, concrete quality assessment, and innovative design solutions. These publications reflect his dedication to advancing knowledge in civil engineering.

Title: Proposing a Water Distribution Network Solution for an Arid Region Using the Criticality Tool
Source: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
Publication Date: 2023-01-01
DOI: 10.1088/1755-1315/1130/1/012043
Contributors: Rajendra D Patil; Hemraj R Kumavat; Mandipsinh I Girase; Kuldeep P Patil

Title: Experimental Investigation of Physiochemical Properties of Cement Mortar Incorporating Clay Brick Waste Powder: Recyclable Sustainable Material
Source: Handbook of Solid Waste Management
Publication Date: 2021
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-7525-9_65-1

Title: Proposed Framework for Sustainable Village Strategy in the Semi-Arid Region of Maharashtra, India
Source: Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering
Publication Date: 2021
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-1186-5_13

Title: Factors influencing the performance of rebound hammer used for non-destructive testing of concrete members: A review
Source: Case Studies in Construction Materials
Publication Date: 2021-06
DOI: 10.1016/j.cscm.2021.e00491

Title: Experimental Investigations on Effect of Compaction, Curing, Water to Cement Ratio, Cement Type and Temperature Variation on the Rebound Hardness of Concrete
Source: KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering
Publication Date: 2021-05
DOI: 10.1007/s12205-021-1508-5

Research Timeline:

Dr. Kumavat’s research timeline illustrates his progression and achievements in academia and research. From his early education to his current Ph.D. pursuits, each phase of his journey has contributed to his expertise and scholarly contributions in civil engineering.

Collaborations and Projects:

Dr. Kumavat has actively collaborated with academic and industry partners on research projects. His involvement in grants and research initiatives, such as the analysis of multi-data source approach to generate GIS-based heritage digital twin, showcases his collaborative efforts towards addressing real-world challenges in civil engineering.

Luis Samaniego | Hydrology | Best Researcher Award

🌟Prof Dr. Luis Samaniego, Hydrology, Best Researcher AwardπŸ†

Β Professor at Luis Samaniego Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Germany

Luis Eduardo Samaniego Eguiguren is a renowned researcher in hydrology, holding dual citizenship in Germany and Ecuador. With a career spanning over three decades, he has made significant contributions to academia and applied research. Currently affiliated with the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ in Germany, Luis’s work focuses on hydrological modeling, drought monitoring, and forecasting, among other areas. He is known for his expertise in programming languages and his passion for analog photography.

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Luis has an impressive publication record, with over 100 ISI-listed publications and a notable h-index. He has garnered thousands of citations in both Google Scholar and Web of Science databases, reflecting the impact of his research in the field of hydrology and environmental sciences.

  • Citations: 7,799 citations from 5,690 documents
  • Documents: 102 documents
  • h-index: 48

Luis Amaniego is affiliated with the Helmholtz Zentrum fΓΌr Umweltforschung in Leipzig, Germany. He has a substantial number of citations, indicating the impact of his work in the field. With 102 documents to his name, Luis has established himself as a prolific author. His h-index of 48 further demonstrates the significance and influence of his research contributions.

Education:

Luis pursued his education in both Ecuador and Germany. He completed his high school at Colegio Bernardo Valdivieso in Ecuador before obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Analysis from Escuela PolitΓ©cnica Nacional. He furthered his studies in Germany, earning a Master’s degree in Infrastructure Planning from UniversitΓ€t Stuttgart, where he also completed his PhD and habilitation.

Research Focus:

Luis’s research interests lie primarily in hydrological modeling, parameterization of land surface-hydrology models, drought monitoring, forecasting, and prediction of hydrological extremes. He is also involved in operational research, optimization, geostatistics, and data science impact modeling.

Professional Journey:

Luis has held various positions throughout his career, including roles as a structural engineer, lecturer, research assistant, and research associate. He has worked in both Ecuador and Germany, contributing to research projects and academic endeavors in the field of hydrology.

Honors & Awards:

Throughout his career, Luis has received several prestigious awards and honors, including the American Geophysical Union Water Resources Research Editor’s Choice Award, the UFZ-Research Award, and the STAHY Best Paper Award from the International Association of Hydrological Sciences.

Publications Noted & Contributions:

Luis’s publications cover a wide range of topics in hydrology and environmental sciences, contributing valuable insights to the scientific community. His research has been cited extensively, indicating its significance and influence in the field.

High-resolution impact-based early warning system for riverine flooding

Journal: Nature Communications

Date: May 2, 2024

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-48065-y

Contributors: Husain Najafi, Pallav Kumar Shrestha, Oldrich Rakovec, Heiko Apel, Sergiy Vorogushyn, Rohini Kumar, Stephan Thober, Bruno Merz, Luis Samaniego

Toward Improved Simulations of Disruptive Reservoirs in Global Hydrological Modeling

Journal: Water Resources Research

Date: April, 2024

DOI: 10.1029/2023WR035433

Contributors: P. K. Shrestha, L. Samaniego, O. Rakovec, R. Kumar, C. Mi, K. Rinke, S. Thober

Evaluating the skill of the mesoscale Hydrologic Model (mHM) for discharge simulation in sparsely-gauged basins in Nigeria

Journal: Proceedings of IAHS

Date: April 18, 2024

DOI: 10.5194/piahs-385-211-2024

Contributors: Kingsley Nnaemeka Ogbu, Oldrich Rakovec, Luis Samaniego, Gloria Chinwendu Okafor, Bernhard Tischbein, Hadush Meresa

Spatial counterfactuals to explore disastrous flooding

Journal: Environmental Research Letters

Date: April 1, 2024

DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/ad22b9

Contributors: Bruno Merz, Viet Dung Nguyen, BjΓΆrn Guse, Li Han, Xiaoxiang Guan, Oldrich Rakovec, Luis Samaniego, Bodo Ahrens, Sergiy Vorogushyn

Deep Learning Integrating Scale Conversion and Pedo‐Transfer Function to Avoid Potential Errors in Cross‐Scale Transfer

Journal: Water Resources Research

Date: March, 2024

DOI: 10.1029/2023WR035543

Contributors: Peijun Li, Yuanyuan Zha, Yonggen Zhang, Chak‐Hau Michael Tso, Sabine Attinger, Luis Samaniego, Jian Peng

Research Timeline:

Luis has been involved in numerous research projects over the years, addressing various aspects of hydrology, climate change, and environmental modeling. His contributions range from developing forecast systems for natural disasters to advancing hyper-resolution earth observations and land-surface modeling.

Collaborations and Projects:

Luis has collaborated with international institutions and organizations on research projects funded by entities such as the European Commission, ECMWF, BMBF, and HGF. His projects have focused on topics like climate monitoring, water resources management, and the development of forecasting systems for vector-borne diseases and environmental pollution.

Dr. Alla Suseela | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

🌟Dr. Alla Suseela, Civil Engineering, Best Researcher AwardπŸ†

Doctorate at Vignan’s Lara Institute of Technology and Science, India

Professional Profiles:

Bio Summary:

Dr. Alla Suseela is a dedicated professional with a background in civil engineering, specializing in the rehabilitation of deteriorated concrete structures. She holds a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation of Deteriorated Structures from Vignan University, Guntur. Her expertise lies in non-destructive testing techniques, and she is passionate about contributing to the field of structural engineering.

Education:

Ph.D. in Rehabilitation of Deteriorated Structures, Vignan University, Guntur, 2023.

M. Tech in Structural Engineering, VVIT, Guntur, 2017.

B. Tech in Civil Engineering, NRIIT, Guntur, 2014.

Research Focus:

Dr. Suseela’s research primarily focuses on the utilization of Snail Shell Powder in cement composites for the rehabilitation of deteriorated structures. Her work involves extensive microstructural analysis, development of innovative mortar formulations, and proficiency in various non-destructive testing techniques.

Professional Journey:

As a Research Engineer at the Centre of Excellence, Vignan University, Dr. Suseela conducted groundbreaking research, identifying the Pozzolanic nature in Snail Shell Powder and developing mortars with partial cement replacement. Her work extends to the morphological behavior of cement composites through advanced analysis techniques.

Honors & Awards:

Patent Publication: “Utilization of Snail Shells for Enhancement of Mechanical Properties of Cement” (Application Number: 202141004905 A).

NPTEL-Elite Certificate in Geo-Technical Engineering Laboratory, 2017.

NPTEL-Elite Certificate in Disaster Management, 2023.

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

Dr. Suseela has contributed significantly to the field through various publications:

Title: “Investigation on fluidity, microstructure, mechanical and durability properties of snail shell based graphene oxide cement composite material”

  • Journal: Construction and Building Materials
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 362
  • Page: 129767
  • Status: Retracted (Published retraction notice in Construction and Building Materials, 2023, Volume 380, Page 131196)

Title: “Experimental Investigation of Snail Shell-based Cement Mortar: Mechanical Strength, Durability and Microstructure”

  • Journal: U.Porto Journal of Engineering
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 9(4)
  • Pages: 51–70

Title: “Investigation on fluidity, microstructure, mechanical and durability properties of snail shell-based graphene oxide cement composite material”

  • Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 24(1)
  • Pages: 189–204

Title: “Experimental investigation and microstructural behavior of un-calcined and calcined snail shell powder cement mortar

  • Journal: Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 7(1)
  • Page: 42

Title: “An investigation of the cement and fly-ash impacts on flexible pavement in expansive soils

  • Journal: International Journal of Scientific and Technology Research
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 9(2)
  • Pages: 4479–4482
  • Authors: B. Ravali, V. Kumar, M.M. Reddy, S. Alla, S.S. Asadi

Author Metrics:

Citations: 45 citations by 45 documents

Documents: 15 documents

h-index: 4

Research Timeline:

2014-2017: M. Tech in Structural Engineering, VVIT, Guntur.

04/19-8/23: Research Engineer, Centre of Excellence, Vignan University.

2023: Ph.D. in Rehabilitation of Deteriorated Structures, Vignan University.

Dr. Alla Suseela’s journey showcases a commitment to advancing the field of structural engineering, marked by innovative research, academic achievements, and notable contributions. Her work in the rehabilitation of deteriorated structures using Snail Shell Powder has earned recognition and patent, reflecting her impact on the industry.