Dr. Hesam Azizi at University of Zanjan, Iran
Dr. Hesam Azizi is a researcher and faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Zanjan, Iran. His work focuses on structural engineering and earthquake resilience, particularly the seismic performance of innovative buckling-restrained bracing (BRB) systems. Dr. Azizi has published extensively in high-impact, JCR-Q1 journals such as Journal of Constructional Steel Research, Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, and Journal of Building Engineering, with research emphasizing advanced numerical modeling and performance assessment of self-centering and hybrid BRB configurations. He is also an active peer reviewer for leading journals in structural and civil engineering and is recognized for his contribution to improving seismic safety in steel frame structures through innovative design approaches.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Scholar Award – Dr. Hesam Azizi
Dr. Hesam Azizi is a leading scholar in Civil Engineering with a focus on seismic resilience and structural innovation, currently affiliated with the University of Zanjan. His research showcases an outstanding depth in seismic analysis, buckling-restrained brace (BRB) systems, and advanced structural modeling techniques, including finite element analysis. Dr. Azizi has authored multiple high-impact publications, most of which are published in top-tier, JCR-Q1 indexed journals such as Journal of Building Engineering, Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, and Journal of Constructional Steel Research.
👨🎓 Education
📘 Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (University not specified)
(Assumed based on current research publications and academic role)
🎓 Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Civil or Structural Engineering
(Specific institutions and years not mentioned; likely prior to Ph.D.)
🏢 Work Experience
🏛️ University of Zanjan, Zanjān, Iran
Position: Faculty/Researcher, Department of Civil Engineering
📍 Focus: Seismic resilience, buckling-restrained bracing systems, structural dynamics
🕒 Active at least since 2023–present (based on publications)
🏆 Achievements & Recognition
✍️ 9+ peer-reviewed journal papers (2023–2025) in top-tier journals (JCR-Q1 & Q3)
🔍 Peer Reviewer for prestigious journals:
Construction and Building Materials 🧱
Journal of Constructional Steel Research 🏗️
Earthquake 🌍
Civil and Energy Research ⚡
Archives of Advanced Engineering Science 📂
Civil and Project 📐
📊 Focused on cutting-edge concepts like:
Double-stage yield buckling-restrained braces
Self-centering seismic frames
Hybrid bracing systems for earthquake mitigation
Publication Top Notes:
Study on self-centering mechanism of different yield strength hybrid buckling restrained braces
Cited: 13
Effect of zeolite on the strength and permeability of conventional concrete with different content of cement
Cited: 10
Investigating the seismic behavior of low-rise steel frames equipped with dual-core self-centering buckling-restrained brace
Cited: 9
Seismic Performance Evaluation of Two-and Three-Story Steel Frames with an Upgraded Hybrid Buckling-Restrained Brace
Cited: 4
Performance assessment of novel parallel double-stage yield buckling-restrained braces for seismic hazard mitigation
Cited: 3