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 
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Mr A S M Riyad, University of Technology Sydney, Australia
Profile
Education
Mr. Riyadโs educational journey showcases a strong and continuous focus on civil engineering 
. He began with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2010โ2014) and continued with a M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015โ2018), 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 
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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 
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Research Focus
Mr. Riyadโs 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 
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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. 1โ9
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 โ Sardinia Year: 2015
Theme: Environmental engineering, landfill management
An Extended Perspective on the Disturbed State Concept for RubberโMixed 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
in 1997, enhancing her expertise in 
, 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 
. A sought-after invited speaker 
, she has shared her insights at ICoST, ICCSS, and UTM seminars. Her contributions extend to book evaluations, panel reviews, and scientific committee roles. 
at INATEX, MTE, and Seoul International Invention Fair, recognizing her groundbreaking work in silver recovery, dye recovery, and high-voltage demulsification 
, with a focus on solvent extraction and liquid membrane technology 
. Her research aims to develop synergistic liquid membranes for removing and recovering pollutants from industrial wastewater 
. She explores reactive dye removal, phenol extraction kinetics, and chromium removal using eco-friendly membranes 
. Her innovative work on green liquid membrane formulation enhances metal and dye recovery, contributing to sustainable environmental solutions 
, she addresses critical challenges in wastewater treatment, promoting cleaner industrial practices and efficient resource recovery 
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