Dr. Mohammad I. AlBiajawi | Structural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, China.

Dr. Mohammad I. AlBiajawi is a dedicated researcher in civil engineering, focusing on sustainable construction materials. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structure and Materials) from Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah in 2024, with a dissertation on the pozzolanic reaction of mechanically treated coal bottom ash in self-compacting concrete. His work emphasizes eco-friendly solutions by incorporating recycled industrial waste into concrete production.

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Education 🎓

Dr. AlBiajawi holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Structure and Materials) from Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Malaysia (2020–2024), where his research focused on the pozzolanic reaction of mechanically treated coal bottom ash in self-compacting concrete. He earned his Master of Science in Civil Engineering (Structural) from Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang (2018–2020), investigating the thermal performance of concrete incorporating latex gloves and silicon catheter wastes. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Philadelphia University, Amman, Jordan (2011–2016), where he built a strong foundation in structural analysis, material properties, and sustainable construction practices.

Professional Experience 🏗️

Dr. AlBiajawi has diverse professional experience in civil engineering, specializing in structural design and site supervision. He worked as a Site Engineer at ABDULLAH.M SARHAN & Sons Contracting in Jazan, Saudi Arabia (May 2017 – August 2018), where he oversaw highway construction projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and project timelines. Prior to that, he served as a Structural Engineer at Anwar Alawi Consulting Engineers in Amman, Jordan (April 2016 – April 2017), developing structural designs, conducting load calculations, and collaborating with architects on material selection. He also gained hands-on experience as a Site Civil Engineer at Engineering Universe for Building & Construction in Amman, Jordan (August 2015 – November 2015), managing on-site civil works while ensuring adherence to plans, quality standards, and safety regulations.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. AlBiajawi's research centers on sustainable construction materials, with a particular emphasis on the utilization of recycled industrial waste in concrete. His work contributes to advancing eco-friendly building practices by integrating waste-derived materials into cement-based composites.

Pozzolanic Materials and Cementitious Applications

He explores the physical and chemical properties of pozzolanic materials as supplementary cementitious components, evaluating their effects on the mechanical strength, durability, and long-term performance of concrete structures.

Environmental Sustainability in Construction

By optimizing the use of industrial by-products, his research aims to reduce cement dependency, lower carbon emissions, and enhance concrete properties, supporting the development of greener and more sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Awards 🏅

Best Paper Award
World Sustainable Construction Conference Series, 2021

Sijil Penghargaan Anugerah Cendekia Bitara 2022
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah
Category: Excellent Achievement in Journal Publication

Silver Medal
CITREX 2023, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah
Category: Research and Innovation

Gold Medal
CITREX 2023, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah
Category: Research and Innovation

Best Green Technology Award
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, 2024
Category: Research and Innovation

Intellectual Property Copyright
"Green Technology for Micro-Fine Coal Bottom Ash Particle Generation," Malaysia, 2024

Selected Publications 📚

"Study of Effective Removal of Nickel and Cobalt from Aqueous Solutions by FeO@mSiO2 Nanocomposite" (2024)
Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances

"Studying the Usability of Recycled Aggregate to Produce New Concrete" (2024)
Journal: Construction and Building Materials

"Coal Bottom Ash as an Eco-Friendly Cement Substitute in Self-Compacting Concrete: Properties and Potential" (2024)
Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production

"Utilization of Palm Kernel Shell as Cement Replacement Materials in Concrete: A Review" (2024)
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

"On the Post-Heat Behavior of Cement Mortar Containing Mechanically Modified Ground Coal Bottom Ash" (2024)
Journal: Cement and Concrete Composites

"Engineering Properties of Self-Compacting Concrete Incorporating Coal Bottom Ash (CBA) as Sustainable Materials for Green Concrete: A Review" (2023)
Journal: Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation

Mr. Yi Cui | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Stanford University, United States.

Mr. YI Cui is a Ph.D. candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). YI's research delves into the cutting-edge fields of materials science, particularly focusing on phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites and twisted epitaxial growth of gold nanodiscs in 2D materials. His innovative work has earned him recognition in the field of nanotechnology and energy materials.

Education 🎓

YI Cui is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Stanford University, California, under the guidance of Professors Yi Cui and Bob Sinclair (Jan. 2021 - Jun. 2025). Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Hefei, where he was part of the prestigious Special Class for the Gifted Young, Department of Chemical Physics (Aug. 2016 - Jun. 2020).

Experience 💼

YI Cui has worked on groundbreaking research projects, including studying phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites using advanced cryo-EM techniques and pioneering twisted epitaxial growth methods for nanodiscs in 2D materials. His projects span from energy materials to nanotechnology, making significant contributions to understanding the behavior of materials at the atomic level. He has gained extensive research experience through collaborations with top professors at Stanford and USTC, focusing on the development of innovative materials for energy applications.

Research Interests 🔬

Phase segregation dynamics in mixed halide perovskites, particularly through cryogenic electron microscopy.

Twisted epitaxial growth of gold nanodiscs within twisted bilayer 2D materials, such as molybdenum disulfide.

Investigation of advanced materials for energy storage, such as lithium metal batteries and solid-state electrolytes.

Developing novel techniques for characterizing and manipulating materials at the atomic and nanoscale.

Publications Top Notes📚

Design Principles of Artificial Solid Electrolyte Interphases for Lithium-Metal Anodes, Cell Reports Physical Science, 2020
Contributors: Yu Zhiao, Cui Yi, Bao Zhenan. Link

Transient Voltammetry with Ultramicroelectrodes Reveals the Electron Transfer Kinetics of Lithium Metal Anodes, Adv. Energy Lett., 2020, Contributors: Boyle David, Kong Xian, Pei Allen, Rudnicki Paul, Shi Feifei, Huang William, Bao Zhenan, Qin Jian, Cui Yi. Link

Atomic-level insights into strain effect on p-nitrophenol reduction via Au@Pd core-shell nanocubes as an ideal platform
Journal of Catalysis, 2020-01-01, Contributors: Cui, Yi; Ma, Kaibo; Chen, Zhao; Yang, Jinlong; Geng, Zhigang; Zeng, Jie. Link

Dynamic Structure and Chemistry of the Silicon Solid-Electrolyte Interphase Visualized by Cryogenic Electron Microscopy, Matter, 2019, Contributors: Huang William, Wang Jiangyan, Braun R Michael, Zhang Zewen, Li Yuzhang, Boyle T David, McIntyre C Paul, Cui Yi. Link