Isfahan University of Technology | Iran
Dr. Behnaz Arefian is a dedicated civil engineering researcher specializing in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, structural strengthening systems, and the performance evaluation of reinforced concrete subjected to various loading conditions. She has developed a strong academic and professional reputation through impactful experimental and analytical research on FRP-reinforced and FRP-strengthened concrete structures, contributing to improved understanding of bond behavior, interface mechanics, and the structural response of advanced composite-concrete assemblies. Her research achievements demonstrate measurable scholarly influence, with 52 citations referenced across 40 citing documents, supported by 3 peer-reviewed research documents and an h-index of 2, reflecting an emerging yet growing presence in the scientific community. Dr. Arefian’s work includes the development of analytical models and experimental frameworks for assessing effective bond length, GFRP bar performance, flexural strengthening mechanisms, debonding behavior, and the structural reliability of composite-enhanced concrete beams and joints. She has conducted extensive laboratory investigations addressing bond strength enhancement, acoustic emission monitoring, failure depth modeling, and progressive cracking behavior under mechanical and thermal loading. Her scholarly contributions appear in reputable scientific journals such as Composite Structures, Journal of Composites for Construction, Construction and Building Materials, and Results in Engineering, along with presentations at international conferences. Dr. Arefian additionally engages in professional peer-review activities for international journals and has been recognized for academic excellence through competitive awards, demonstrating dedication to scientific rigor, leadership, and innovation. Her research supports sustainable and resilient construction technologies through the integration of lightweight high-strength materials, performance-optimized reinforcement solutions, and advanced failure prediction models. With strong expertise in FRP composites, GFRP bars, structural analysis, scientific writing, international collaboration, and experimental testing, Dr. Arefian continues to advance innovation in structural material science and modern engineering practice. She remains committed to contributing impactful solutions for safer, more durable, and sustainable infrastructure systems.
Featured Publications
Generic assessment of effective bond length of FRP-concrete joint based on the initiation of debonding: Experimental and analytical investigation. (2021). Composite Structures, 277, 114625.
Experimental investigation and modeling of FRP–concrete joint bond strength based on failure depth. (2021). Journal of Composites for Construction, 25(6), 04021050.
Bond strength and load-carrying capacity of GFRP rebars embedded in concrete: An experimental and analytical study. (2025). Construction and Building Materials, 479, 141512.
Flexural performance of RC beams strengthened with grid-reinforced ECC panels using the EBROG technique. (2025). Results in Engineering, 108502.
Effect of thermal load on the parametric analysis of acoustic emission signals in concrete. (2025). Proceedings of the Second International Conference on the Exchange of Scientific Information.