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

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 ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿงฑ. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia, he has consistently demonstrated excellence in academic research and collaboration ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š. His dedication to sustainable construction practices, especially through the reuse of waste materials, marks his commitment to eco-conscious engineering ๐Ÿ”„๐Ÿ—๏ธ. 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 ๐Ÿง ๐ŸŒŸ.

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

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๐ŸŽ“ Education

Mr. Riyadโ€™s educational journey showcases a strong and continuous focus on civil engineering ๐Ÿ“˜๐Ÿ› ๏ธ. He began with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2010โ€“2014) and continued with a M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015โ€“2018), both from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), Bangladesh ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐ŸŽ“. His academic pathway reflects a consistent pursuit of advanced knowledge, complemented by his research in waste material reuse and foundation engineering ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ—๏ธ.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Experience

Mr. Riyad has been serving as a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at KUET since 2015 ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ. His experience includes teaching undergraduate courses, curriculum planning, academic advising, and active participation in examination committees ๐Ÿ“‘๐Ÿ“Š. 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 ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ“. His multifaceted role reflects a rare blend of research, teaching, and real-world engineering solutions ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus

Mr. Riyadโ€™s research centers on Geotechnical Engineering, particularly the reuse of waste materials for sustainable infrastructure development โ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ—๏ธ. His work involves laboratory testing, material modeling, and soil behavior analysis under various stabilization techniques ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ“Š. Through his Ph.D. and ongoing studies, he focuses on developing eco-friendly, cost-effective, and structurally reliable alternatives to conventional construction practices ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿงฑ. His interdisciplinary approach integrates civil, environmental, and material sciences, contributing to modern challenges in urban development and waste management ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก.

๐Ÿ“š Publications

Compressive Behavior of Reconstituted Soils at High Initial Water Content: Case Study on South-Western Region of Bangladesh
โœ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, IM Rafizul, R Kadir
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 14(1), pp. 1โ€“9
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2023
๐ŸŒ Theme: Soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering

Sustainable Management Scheme for Household & Academic Institutional Solid Waste Generation: A Case Study in Khulna Metropolitan City
โœ๏ธ Author: ASM Riyad
๐Ÿ“š Journal: International Journal of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering, Vol. 3
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2015
๐Ÿ™๏ธ Theme: Urban sustainability, waste management

Numerical Modelling of Anchor Foundation in Dense Sand
โœ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, M Rokonuzzaman
๐Ÿ“š Journal/Conference: 4th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development, KUET
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2018
๐Ÿงฎ Theme: Numerical modeling, foundation engineering

Characterization of Leachate Generated from Landfill Lysimeter: Effects of Clay Liner and Solid Waste Composition
โœ๏ธ Authors: F Alam, ASM Riyad, M Alamgir
๐Ÿ“š Conference: 15th International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium โ€“ Sardinia
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2015
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Theme: Environmental engineering, landfill management

An Extended Perspective on the Disturbed State Concept for Rubberโ€“Mixed Waste Material Considering Modulus Degradation under Cyclic Loading
โœ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, B Indraratna, CK Arachchige, Y Qi, H Khabbaz
๐Ÿ“š Journal: International Journal of Geomechanics, Vol. 25(5), Article 06025002
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2025
๐Ÿ” Theme: Soil behavior, recycled materials, cyclic loading

Constitutive Behaviour of Recycled Rubber-Involved Mixtures for Transportation Infrastructure
โœ๏ธ Authors: Y Qi, K Wijesooriya, B Indraratna, ASM Riyad
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Sustainability, Vol. 17(9), Article 3956
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2025
๐Ÿšง Theme: Sustainable infrastructure, material innovation

Prof Norasikin Othman | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof Norasikin Othman | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a distinguished professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). With a career spanning over three decades, she has made significant contributions to chemical engineering research, particularly in liquid membrane technology and solvent extraction processes. She is a passionate educator, accomplished researcher, and active professional member in renowned engineering societies.

Prof Norasikin Othman, Universiti Teknologi, Malaysia 

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๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a highly accomplished Chemical Engineer ๐Ÿ—๏ธ with an extensive academic background from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). She earned her PhD in Chemical Engineering ๐Ÿงช in 2006, specializing in metal recovery using emulsion liquid membrane technology. Prior to this, she obtained her Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering โš™๏ธ in 1997, enhancing her expertise in separation processes. Her journey began with a Bachelorโ€™s degree in Chemical Engineering ๐Ÿ”ฌ in 1992, building a strong foundation in industrial applications. With her vast knowledge, she has contributed significantly to research, innovation, and academic excellence. ๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Professional Experience 

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman is a distinguished researcher and chemical engineering expert โš™๏ธ with extensive experience in academic evaluations, journal reviewing, and scientific conferences ๐ŸŒ. She serves as a reviewer for high-impact Q1 & Q2 journals ๐Ÿ“–, including Journal of Separation and Purification, Desalination, and Chemical Engineering Research & Design. She is also a technical evaluator panel member for major research grants, including GUP TIER 1, FRGS, and YUTP ๐Ÿ†. A sought-after invited speaker ๐ŸŽค, she has shared her insights at ICoST, ICCSS, and UTM seminars. Her contributions extend to book evaluations, panel reviews, and scientific committee roles. ๐Ÿ…

๐Ÿ† Honors & Awards 

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman has received numerous prestigious awards ๐Ÿ… for her contributions to chemical engineering research and innovation ๐Ÿ”ฌ. She has won multiple Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals ๐Ÿฅ‡๐Ÿฅˆ๐Ÿฅ‰ at INATEX, MTE, and Seoul International Invention Fair, recognizing her groundbreaking work in silver recovery, dye recovery, and high-voltage demulsification โš™๏ธ. She also received the Excellence Service Award (2008, 2012) for her dedication to academia ๐ŸŽ“. Notably, she earned the Best Award (MTE 2010) and Publication Award (2007) ๐Ÿ“–. Her Bio-Inno Awards highlight her contributions to biotechnology and applied sciences, making her a distinguished researcher in her field. ๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Norasikin Othman specializes in separation processes โš—๏ธ, with a focus on solvent extraction and liquid membrane technology ๐ŸŒŠ. Her research aims to develop synergistic liquid membranes for removing and recovering pollutants from industrial wastewater ๐Ÿšฐ. She explores reactive dye removal, phenol extraction kinetics, and chromium removal using eco-friendly membranes ๐Ÿƒ. Her innovative work on green liquid membrane formulation enhances metal and dye recovery, contributing to sustainable environmental solutions ๐ŸŒ. By integrating advanced membrane fabrication ๐Ÿญ, she addresses critical challenges in wastewater treatment, promoting cleaner industrial practices and efficient resource recovery ๐Ÿ”„.

๐Ÿ“š Publications

Separation of silver from photographic wastes by emulsion liquid membrane system ๐Ÿงช
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Authors: N. Othman, H. Mat, M. Goto
๐Ÿ“– Journal: Journal of Membrane Science 282 (1-2), 171-177 (2006)
๐Ÿ“Š Citations: 210

Review of research progress on aluminiumโ€“magnesium dissimilar friction stir welding ๐Ÿ”ฉ
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Authors: L.H. Shah, N.H. Othman, A. Gerlich
๐Ÿ“– Journal: Science and Technology of Welding and Joining 23 (3), 256-270 (2018)
๐Ÿ“Š Citations: 160

Performance of plastic wastes in fiber-reinforced concrete beams ๐Ÿ—๏ธ
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Authors: F.S. Khalid, J.M. Irwan, M.H.W. Ibrahim, N. Othman, S. Shahidan
๐Ÿ“– Journal: Construction and Building Materials 183, 451-464 (2018)
๐Ÿ“Š Citations: 128

Easy removal of phenol from wastewater using vegetable oil-based organic solvent in emulsion liquid membrane process ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ’ง
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Authors: N. Othman, N.F.M. Noah, L.Y. Shu, Z.Y. Ooi, N. Jusoh, M. Idroas, M. Goto
๐Ÿ“– Journal: Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering 25 (1), 45-52 (2017)
๐Ÿ“Š Citations: 111

Highly selective transport of palladium from electroplating wastewater using emulsion liquid membrane process โš›๏ธ
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Authors: N.F.M. Noah, N. Othman, N. Jusoh
๐Ÿ“– Journal: Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers 64, 134-141 (2016)
๐Ÿ“Š Citations: 90