Associate Professor at Delta University of Science and Technology, Egyptđź“–
Assoc. Prof. Hytham Ali Elwardany is an accomplished structural engineer with over 25 years of experience in design, management, and academia. He specializes in reinforced concrete and steel structures, seismic analysis, and structural dynamics. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor of Structural Engineering at Delta University, Egypt, while also leading Power Building for Engineering and Design Services.
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Education Background🎓
- Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Tanta University, 2015
- M.Sc. in Structural Engineering, Tanta University, 2007
- B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Tanta University, 2000 (Graduated with “Very Good,” Project Grade: Excellent, Ranked 8th in the Department)
Professional Experience🌱
Assoc. Prof. Elwardany has extensive expertise in the design and management of structural projects, including industrial facilities, power plants, desalination plants, pumping stations, substations, and residential and educational buildings. Since 2019, he has been the General Manager of Power Building for Engineering and Design Services. He has been an Associate Professor at Delta University since 2016 and previously served as a Senior Engineer at Consulting Engineering Co. (CEC). Additionally, he worked as an Expert Engineer for the Egyptian Ministry of Justice (2005–2016) and contributed to the General Authority for Educational Buildings (2001–2005).
His research focuses on earthquake engineering, seismic-induced pounding, structural dynamics, modeling of seismic waves, experimental methods, and reinforced concrete and steel structures.
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Publications Top Notes đź“„
1. Seismic Pounding Behavior of Multi-Story Buildings in Series Considering the Effect of Infill Panels
- Authors: H. Elwardany, A. Seleemah, R. Jankowski
- Journal: Engineering Structures, Vol. 144, pp. 139-150
- Citations: 77
- Year: 2017
2. Influence of Soil–Structure Interaction on Seismic Pounding Between Steel Frame Buildings Considering the Effect of Infill Panels
- Authors: H. Elwardany, A. Seleemah, R. Jankowski, S. El-Khoriby
- Journal: Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, Vol. 17, pp. 6165-6202
- Citations: 72
- Year: 2019
3. Experimental Study on Pounding Between Structures During Damaging Earthquakes
- Authors: R. Jankowski, A. Seleemah, S. El-Khoriby, H. Elwardany
- Journal: Key Engineering Materials, Vol. 627, pp. 249-252
- Citations: 41
- Year: 2015
4. Mitigating the Seismic Pounding of Multi-Story Buildings in Series Using Linear and Nonlinear Fluid Viscous Dampers
- Authors: H. Elwardany, R. Jankowski, A. Seleemah
- Journal: Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Vol. 21 (4), Article 137
- Citations: 28
- Year: 2021
5. Experimental and Numerical Study on Pounding of Structures in Series
- Authors: S. El-Khoriby, A. Seleemah, H. Elwardany, R. Jankowski
- Book Chapter: Advances in Structural Engineering: Dynamics, Volume Two, pp. 1073-1089
- Citations: 13
- Year: 2015
Conclusion
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hytham Ali Elwardany is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Earthquake Engineering Sciences. His extensive research, high-impact publications, and real-world contributions to seismic safety make him a leading figure in structural engineering. By further expanding global collaborations, focusing on innovative seismic technologies, and engaging in public policy development, he can enhance his already impressive contributions. His dedication to earthquake resilience and structural safety makes him highly deserving of this prestigious recognition. 🚀