Ali İhsan Çelik | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali İhsan Çelik | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali İhsan Çelik | Kayseri University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali İhsan Çelik is a distinguished researcher and academic currently serving at Kayseri University, with prior affiliations at Adiyaman University. His research primarily focuses on materials science, construction and building technology, and metallurgical engineering, with particular expertise in sustainable and eco-efficient construction materials. Dr. Çelik has made significant contributions to the development and characterization of innovative materials incorporating industrial waste, such as waste glass and recycled fibers, to enhance the mechanical performance and environmental sustainability of concrete and geopolymer composites. He has authored 44 scientific documents, including 32 publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection, reflecting his strong research productivity and global recognition. His scholarly output has garnered nearly 1,000 citations with an h-index of 14, demonstrating both the quality and influence of his work. Dr. Çelik’s notable studies, such as on the mechanical behavior of crushed waste glass and the performance of fiber-reinforced concrete produced from recycled materials, have been published in high-impact journals including Materials, Sustainability, and the Journal of Materials Research and Technology. He has also actively contributed to peer review, completing over 50 verified reviews for international journals. His research strongly aligns with global sustainability goals by promoting waste valorization and resource-efficient engineering practices. Through his dedication to advancing green construction materials and his consistent scholarly achievements, Dr. Ali İhsan Çelik has established himself as an influential figure in the field of materials and civil engineering research.

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Featured Publications

Çelik, A. İ., Özkılıç, Y. O., Zeybek, Ö., Karalar, M., Qaidi, S., & Ahmad, J. (2022). Mechanical behavior of crushed waste glass as replacement of aggregates. Materials, 15(22), 8093.

Zeybek, Ö., Özkılıç, Y. O., Karalar, M., Çelik, A. İ., Qaidi, S., & Ahmad, J. (2022). Influence of replacing cement with waste glass on mechanical properties of concrete. Materials, 15(21), 7513.

Çelik, A. İ., Tunç, U., Bahrami, A., Karalar, M., Mydin, M. A. O., Alomayri, T., & Ahmad, J. (2023). Use of waste glass powder toward more sustainable geopolymer concrete. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 24, 8533–8546.

Çelik, A. İ., Özkılıç, Y. O., Zeybek, Ö., Özdöner, N., & Tayeh, B. A. (2022). Performance assessment of fiber-reinforced concrete produced with waste lathe fibers. Sustainability, 14(19), 11817.

Zeybek, Ö., Özkılıç, Y. O., Çelik, A. İ., Deifalla, A. F., Ahmad, M., & Sabri, M. M. (2022). Performance evaluation of fiber-reinforced concrete produced with steel fibers extracted from waste tire. Frontiers in Materials, 9, 1057128.

Sobhan Abedi | Sustainable Building | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sobhan Abedi | Sustainable Building | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Air Pollution Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Sobhan Abedi is a dedicated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) engineer at the Air Pollution Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences. With a strong academic and research foundation, he has contributed to projects involving air pollution modeling, indoor air quality, artificial intelligence, and biofiltration technologies. He is skilled in scientific writing, laboratory analysis, and Python programming. Sobhan is known for his interdisciplinary approach, combining engineering, environmental science, and data analytics to address complex challenges in public health and pollution control. His enthusiasm, collaborative mindset, and technical expertise position him as a rising expert in OHS and environmental health.

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Academic Background

Sobhan Abedi graduated from SAMPAD (Darab) with a diploma and pre-university degree in applied sciences. He earned his BSc in Occupational Health and Safety from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (GPA: 16) and completed his MSc in the same field at Iran University of Medical Sciences with distinction (GPA: 18.5). His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on health engineering, environmental protection, and scientific excellence. Alongside formal education, he pursued practical and technical certifications, strengthening his competencies in air quality monitoring, data analysis, and applied research in health and environmental systems.

Professional Experience

Sobhan Abedi currently works as a Research Assistant and Air Pollution Lab Officer at Iran University of Medical Sciences. Since 2021, he has led and contributed to national and international projects involving indoor air quality, green wall systems, VOCs, and particulate matter. His professional background includes hands-on sampling, pollutant modeling, CFD simulations, and AI applications in exposure assessment. He has also served as a principal investigator, co-investigator, and project manager across research and innovation initiatives. With published work in high-impact journals, Sobhan’s expertise merges environmental engineering, health sciences, and technology-driven research.

Awards and Honors

Sobhan Abedi has received recognition for his contributions to environmental health innovation, particularly in air pollution control technologies. His patented design of a modular active green wall for phytoremediation stands out among his achievements. He was also a key contributor to several ethics-approved national projects supported by academic and governmental institutions. Throughout his academic and research career, Sobhan earned accolades for scientific writing, technological innovation, and project leadership. His active participation in high-impact publications and collaborations with top researchers reflects his ongoing commitment to academic and professional excellence.

Research Focus

Sobhan Abedi’s research centers on air pollution modeling, indoor air quality, biofiltration systems, and occupational exposure assessment. He applies AI and data science to improve predictive models and risk assessment in public health. His innovative work with botanical biofilters, green infrastructure, and CFD-based simulations seeks to enhance pollutant control in urban and industrial environments. He is particularly interested in formaldehyde exposure, BTEX compounds, and airborne particulates. Sobhan also investigates environmental impacts on cognitive health and integrates multidisciplinary tools—including Python, ANSYS, and lab analytics—to drive data-informed environmental health solutions.

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Conclusion

Sobhan Abedi is an outstanding early-career researcher in the field of Environmental and Occupational Health Engineering, with a strong track record of high-impact publications in leading Elsevier journals such as Building and Environment and Journal of Building Engineering. His innovative contributions—including patented technologies like modular botanical biofilters and green wall systems—demonstrate a blend of scientific rigor and practical impact. He has led or co-executed over 10 interdisciplinary research projects addressing critical issues like air pollution, COVID-19, and neurotoxicity. Proficient in advanced tools such as Python, ANSYS, KNIME, and SPSS, and actively collaborating with top-tier academic mentors, Abedi exemplifies a rare combination of technical depth, research innovation, and collaborative leadership—making him a highly deserving candidate for a Best Researcher Award.