Reza Mahjoub

Academic & Research Leader | Sustainable Civil Engineering & Materials Scientist
Tehran, IR.

About

A distinguished academic and research leader with a profound commitment to sustainable civil engineering, specializing in eco-friendly concrete materials and advanced structural design. Proven track record of guiding 4 PhD and 8 Master's students to completion, securing multiple prestigious European Commission awards, and leading successful research projects from conceptualization to publication. Combines extensive teaching experience with practical industry insights from a CEO role, driving innovation and fostering global partnerships in sustainable construction.

Work

Azad University (IAU)
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Lecturer & Researcher, Department of Civil Engineering

Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Leads advanced research and academic initiatives in civil engineering, focusing on sustainable materials and structural design, while mentoring students and securing significant research funding.

Highlights

Guided 4 PhD candidates and 8 Master's students to successful completion in structural engineering and concrete technology since 2018, fostering the next generation of researchers.

Secured two Seal of Excellence awards (2020, 2021) and one MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023 reserved list) from the European Commission for innovative research proposals.

Conducted cutting-edge research on novel eco-friendly materials, including carbonation mechanisms and nano-recycled aggregates (NRA), applying expertise to real-world sustainability challenges.

Disseminated research findings through international collaborations, co-authorship of two academic books, and numerous refereed journal publications, advancing global knowledge in civil engineering.

Developed and taught extensive civil engineering courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, covering structural engineering, composite mechanics, and advanced concrete structures.

Pars Sina Azin Consulting Engineers Company (Private)
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Directed all operational and strategic aspects of a civil engineering consulting firm, delivering expertise in concrete industry projects from planning to quality control and stakeholder management.

Highlights

Provided valuable insights into the concrete industry's practical and managerial aspects, overseeing comprehensive project planning, budgeting, casting, and quality control processes.

Managed risk assessment and stakeholder communication for diverse engineering projects, ensuring successful execution and client satisfaction.

Leveraged deep technical knowledge to guide strategic decision-making and operational efficiency, enhancing the firm's service delivery and market position.

Cultivated business relationships and expanded the project portfolio within the civil engineering sector, contributing to company growth and reputation.

University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)
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PhD Student / Research Fellow

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Summary

Conducted extensive research on bio-composites for structural applications, culminating in a doctoral thesis that advanced sustainable construction materials and earned two Doctoral Fellowships.

Highlights

Completed a PhD thesis on "Characterization of continuous kenaf-glass fibre hybrid composites for structural application," advancing sustainable material science.

Performed extensive laboratory work, including bio-composite sample preparation, material characterization, and structural application testing in reinforced concrete beams.

Demonstrated the potential of biofibre (kenaf) as a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibres, achieving reasonable tensile properties for eco-friendly construction materials.

Secured two Doctoral Fellowships from UTM (2011-2012, 2012-2013), supporting advanced research and academic development.

Published research findings in reputable journals, including a paper with an Impact Factor of 7.4 and 442 citations, contributing significantly to the field of sustainable construction materials.

Azad University (IAU)
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Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering

Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Summary

Educated undergraduate and postgraduate students in civil engineering, building foundational knowledge in structural analysis, concrete design, and construction methodologies.

Highlights

Taught various civil engineering courses, including Methods of Constructing Buildings, Structural Analysis I and II, Strength of Materials, and Design of Concrete Structures I and II.

Mentored and guided students in laboratory practices for Concrete Technology and Strength of Materials, enhancing their practical skills.

Contributed to curriculum development and academic program enhancement within the department, ensuring relevant and up-to-date course content.

Fostered a strong learning environment, preparing students for professional careers in civil engineering through comprehensive instruction and support.

Education

University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)
Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Civil Engineering

University of Kerman
Kerman, Kerman Province, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Master of Science

Civil Engineering

University of Semnan
Semnan, Semnan Province, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Bachelor of Science

Civil Engineering

Awards

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship (Reserve List)

Awarded By

European Commission

Recognized for a high-scoring MSCA proposal (93.6) placed on the reserve list, demonstrating exceptional research potential.

Seal of Excellence (SOE) for MSCA Proposal

Awarded By

European Commission

Awarded for a high-quality Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions proposal in 2021, signifying excellent research potential.

Seal of Excellence (SOE) for MSCA Proposal

Awarded By

European Commission

Awarded for a high-quality Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions proposal in 2020, signifying excellent research potential.

Doctoral Fellowship

Awarded By

University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)

Awarded to support doctoral research and academic development.

Doctoral Fellowship

Awarded By

University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)

Awarded to support doctoral research and academic development.

Publications

Experimental Study to Reduce the Emission of Carbon Dioxide from Cement Plants: A Case Study on Asiabar Local Mineral Pozzolan

Published by

European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering

Summary

Co-supervised PhD project and co-authored paper demonstrating that replacing 15% of cement with Asiabar pozzolan enhances concrete strength by 24%, reduces porosity, and lowers CO2 emissions, contributing to sustainable construction materials.

Natural Kenaf Fibre and LC3 Binder for Sustainable Fibre-Reinforced Cementitious Composite: A Review

Published by

Applied Sciences

Summary

Authored a review exploring the use of Limestone-Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) combined with natural Kenaf fibres to create sustainable, high-performance concrete, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing mechanical properties.

Tensile Properties of Kenaf Fibre due to Various Conditions of Chemical Fibre Surface Modifications

Published by

Construction and Building Materials

Summary

Explored kenaf fibres as a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibres, demonstrating that a 5% alkali solution enhances fibre properties, achieving a tensile strength of 780 MPa and contributing to eco-friendly construction materials. (442 Citations)

Characteristics of Continuous Unidirectional Kenaf fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composites

Published by

Materials and design

Summary

Demonstrated the suitability of kenaf fibres in fibre-reinforced polymer composites, showing that increasing fibre volume fraction enhances tensile modulus and strength, supporting sustainable, high-performance bio-composites. (136 Citations)

Languages

English
Persian

Certificates

Smart Health Monitoring of Structures Workshop

Issued By

Semnan Science and Technology Park

Abaqus Workshop-Nonlinear

Issued By

University of Technology Malaysia

Abaqus Workshop-Linear

Issued By

University of Technology Malaysia

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Issued By

Iranian Construction Engineering Organization

Skills

Research & Development

Sustainable Materials, Eco-friendly Concrete, Bio-composites, Nano-recycled Aggregates (NRA), Carbonation Mechanism, Structural Design, Seismic Design, Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC), Lightweight Concrete, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Structural Damage Detection, Microstructural Analysis (SEM, XRD), Rheology, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Green Concrete.

Project Management

Project Planning, Budgeting, Quality Control, Risk Assessment, Stakeholder Communication, Grant Acquisition, Research Project Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Program Development.

Teaching & Mentoring

Undergraduate Supervision, Postgraduate Supervision (PhD, Master's), Curriculum Development, Academic Mentoring, Civil Engineering Courses, Structural Engineering, Concrete Technology, Mechanics of Composites, Tall Buildings, Advanced Concrete Structures.

Software & Tools

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Abaqus (Nonlinear, Linear), Soft Computing Methods, Statistical Models, Machine Learning (inferred), Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Industry Expertise

Construction Industry, Concrete Technology, Sustainable Construction, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Consulting Engineering.

Interests

Sustainable Construction

Environmentally friendly material development, Bio-friendly concrete development, Life cycle assessment (LCA), Green Concrete.

Structural Engineering

Concrete structure assessment and strengthening, Composite materials for structural application (Bio-composites), Tall buildings, Seismic design, Finite element analysis.

Data Science

Building data mining, Data analytics, Modelling, Soft computing methods, Machine learning.

Construction Management

Project planning, Risk assessment, Stakeholder communication.

Projects

Investigation of the reasons and effects of the recent flood in Lorestan state, Iran

Summary

Led an interdisciplinary research team to investigate the causes and effects of the March 2019 Lorestan flood, analyzing weaknesses in flood prevention and crisis management from multiple viewpoints.

Mechanical Properties of Lightweight Concrete

Summary

Managed a research project focused on the scientific significance and benefits of using lightweight aggregate (Leca) concrete in construction.

Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of RC Beam Strengthened by Fibre Reinforced Polymer Under Bending

Summary

Managed a research project investigating the use of Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) to strengthen reinforced concrete beams under bending.

Preliminary Design of Smoke Tunnel

Summary

Managed the preliminary design phase for a smoke tunnel project, focusing on initial conceptualization and feasibility.