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 ๐๐งฑ. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia, he has consistently demonstrated excellence in academic research and collaboration ๐๐. His dedication to sustainable construction practices, especially through the reuse of waste materials, marks his commitment to eco-conscious engineering ๐๐๏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 ๐ง ๐.
Mr A S M Riyad, University of Technology Sydney, Australia
Profile
๐ Education
Mr. Riyadโs educational journey showcases a strong and continuous focus on civil engineering ๐๐ ๏ธ. 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 ๐๐ง๐ฉ. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia ๐ฆ๐บ๐. His academic pathway reflects a consistent pursuit of advanced knowledge, complemented by his research in waste material reuse and foundation engineering ๐๐๏ธ.
๐จโ๐ซ Experience
Mr. Riyad has been serving as a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at KUET since 2015 ๐จโ๐ซ๐ง๐ฉ. His experience includes teaching undergraduate courses, curriculum planning, academic advising, and active participation in examination committees ๐๐. 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 ๐๏ธ๐. His multifaceted role reflects a rare blend of research, teaching, and real-world engineering solutions ๐ฌ๐ ๏ธ.
๐ฌ Research Focus
Mr. Riyadโs research centers on Geotechnical Engineering, particularly the reuse of waste materials for sustainable infrastructure development โป๏ธ๐๏ธ. His work involves laboratory testing, material modeling, and soil behavior analysis under various stabilization techniques ๐งช๐. Through his Ph.D. and ongoing studies, he focuses on developing eco-friendly, cost-effective, and structurally reliable alternatives to conventional construction practices ๐ฑ๐งฑ. His interdisciplinary approach integrates civil, environmental, and material sciences, contributing to modern challenges in urban development and waste management ๐๐ก.
๐ Publications
Compressive Behavior of Reconstituted Soils at High Initial Water Content: Case Study on South-Western Region of Bangladesh
โ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, IM Rafizul, R Kadir
๐ Journal: Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 14(1), pp. 1โ9
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Year: 2023
๐ Theme: Soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering
Sustainable Management Scheme for Household & Academic Institutional Solid Waste Generation: A Case Study in Khulna Metropolitan City
โ๏ธ Author: ASM Riyad
๐ Journal: International Journal of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering, Vol. 3
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Year: 2015
๐๏ธ Theme: Urban sustainability, waste management
Numerical Modelling of Anchor Foundation in Dense Sand
โ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, M Rokonuzzaman
๐ Journal/Conference: 4th International Conference on Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development, KUET
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Year: 2018
๐งฎ Theme: Numerical modeling, foundation engineering
Characterization of Leachate Generated from Landfill Lysimeter: Effects of Clay Liner and Solid Waste Composition
โ๏ธ Authors: F Alam, ASM Riyad, M Alamgir
๐ Conference: 15th International Waste Management and Landfill Symposium โ Sardinia
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Year: 2015
๐๏ธ Theme: Environmental engineering, landfill management
An Extended Perspective on the Disturbed State Concept for RubberโMixed Waste Material Considering Modulus Degradation under Cyclic Loading
โ๏ธ Authors: ASM Riyad, B Indraratna, CK Arachchige, Y Qi, H Khabbaz
๐ Journal: International Journal of Geomechanics, Vol. 25(5), Article 06025002
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Year: 2025
๐ Theme: Soil behavior, recycled materials, cyclic loading
Constitutive Behaviour of Recycled Rubber-Involved Mixtures for Transportation Infrastructure
โ๏ธ Authors: Y Qi, K Wijesooriya, B Indraratna, ASM Riyad
๐ Journal: Sustainability, Vol. 17(9), Article 3956
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Year: 2025
๐ง Theme: Sustainable infrastructure, material innovation