Mr A S M Riyad | Recycling and Circular Economy in Materials | Best Researcher Award

Mr. A S M Riyad is a passionate and accomplished researcher in Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental Engineering . Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia, he has consistently demonstrated excellence in academic research and collaboration . His dedication to sustainable construction practices, especially through the reuse of waste materials, marks his commitment to eco-conscious engineering . With a strong academic foundation, numerous publications, and teaching experience, Mr. Riyad is recognized for his critical thinking, innovation, and integrity in the civil engineering community .

Mr A S M Riyad, University of Technology Sydney, Australia

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Education

Mr. Riyad’s educational journey showcases a strong and continuous focus on civil engineering . He began with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2010–2014) and continued with a M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015–2018), both from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), Bangladesh . He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia . His academic pathway reflects a consistent pursuit of advanced knowledge, complemented by his research in waste material reuse and foundation engineering .

Experience

Mr. Riyad has been serving as a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at KUET since 2015 . His experience includes teaching undergraduate courses, curriculum planning, academic advising, and active participation in examination committees . Alongside teaching, he works as a consultant engineer at Consultancy, Research & Testing Services (CTRS), KUET, where he contributes to material testing, soil exploration, infrastructure design, and civil works implementation . His multifaceted role reflects a rare blend of research, teaching, and real-world engineering solutions .

Research Focus

Mr. Riyad’s research centers on Geotechnical Engineering, particularly the reuse of waste materials for sustainable infrastructure development . His work involves laboratory testing, material modeling, and soil behavior analysis under various stabilization techniques . Through his Ph.D. and ongoing studies, he focuses on developing eco-friendly, cost-effective, and structurally reliable alternatives to conventional construction practices . His interdisciplinary approach integrates civil, environmental, and material sciences, contributing to modern challenges in urban development and waste management .

Publications

Compressive Behavior of Reconstituted Soils at High Initial Water Content: Case Study on South-Western Region of Bangladesh
Authors: ASM Riyad, IM Rafizul, R Kadir
Journal: Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 14(1), pp. 1–9
Year: 2023
Theme: Soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering

Sustainable Management Scheme for Household & Academic Institutional Solid Waste Generation: A Case Study in Khulna Metropolitan City
Author: ASM Riyad
Journal: International Journal of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering, Vol. 3
Year: 2015
Theme: Urban sustainability, waste management

Numerical Modelling of Anchor Foundation in Dense Sand
Authors: ASM Riyad, M Rokonuzzaman
Journal/Conference: 4th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development, KUET
Year: 2018
Theme: Numerical modeling, foundation engineering

Characterization of Leachate Generated from Landfill Lysimeter: Effects of Clay Liner and Solid Waste Composition
Authors: F Alam, ASM Riyad, M Alamgir
Conference: 15th International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium – Sardinia
Year: 2015
Theme: Environmental engineering, landfill management

An Extended Perspective on the Disturbed State Concept for Rubber–Mixed Waste Material Considering Modulus Degradation under Cyclic Loading
Authors: ASM Riyad, B Indraratna, CK Arachchige, Y Qi, H Khabbaz
Journal: International Journal of Geomechanics, Vol. 25(5), Article 06025002
Year: 2025
Theme: Soil behavior, recycled materials, cyclic loading

Constitutive Behaviour of Recycled Rubber-Involved Mixtures for Transportation Infrastructure
Authors: Y Qi, K Wijesooriya, B Indraratna, ASM Riyad
Journal: Sustainability, Vol. 17(9), Article 3956
Year: 2025
Theme: Sustainable infrastructure, material innovation