Sun Jae Yoo | Civil Engineering | FRP Engineering Excellence Award

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Dr. Sun Jae Yoo | Civil Engineering | FRP Engineering Excellence Award

Researcher | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | United States

Dr. Sun-Jae Yoo is a leading researcher in advanced FRP engineering, with a strong focus on the structural performance, bond behavior, and durability of CFRP bars used in concrete systems under normal and extreme conditions. His work significantly advances understanding of helically ribbed CFRP bar bonding, development length, flexural behavior, and lap-splice mechanics in UHPC and UHPFRC matrices, providing crucial insights for enhancing structural safety and design efficiency. He has conducted extensive research on the residual bond behavior of CFRP and steel reinforcements after elevated-temperature exposure, contributing to improved fire-resilience strategies for modern infrastructure. Dr. Yoo’s research portfolio further includes development of smart strengthening techniques for fire-damaged concrete structures using hybrid FRP bars and advanced cementitious composites, alongside major contributions to CNT-reinforced lightweight high-strength concrete, DfMA-based modular bridge systems, and electrically conductive concretes for EMP protection. His publications in high-impact journals highlight innovative findings on microstructural enhancement, creep reduction, and structural performance gains enabled by CNT and FRP technologies. Through participation in multiple national research programs, he has advanced solutions for zero-corrosion CFRP reinforcement, sustainable shelter-in-place systems, and next-generation composite materials. His achievements, supported by multiple awards for outstanding papers and research excellence, demonstrate his leadership in developing resilient, high-performance FRP-integrated structural systems.

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Featured Publications

  • Yoo, S. J., Hong, S. H., & Yoon, Y. S. (2023). Bonding behavior and prediction of helically ribbed CFRP bar embedded in ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC). Case Studies in Construction Materials, 19, e02253.

  • Yoo, S. J., Kim, Y. H., Yuan, T. F., & Yoon, Y. S. (2022). Evaluation of residual bond behavior of CFRP and steel bars embedded in UHPC after exposure to elevated temperature. Journal of Building Engineering, 56, 104768.

  • Hong, S. H., Choi, J. S., Yoo, S. J., Yoo, D. Y., & Yoon, Y. S. (2024). Reinforcing effect of CNT on the microstructure and creep properties of high-strength lightweight concrete. Construction and Building Materials, 428, 136294.

  • Yoo, S. J., Hong, S. H., Yoo, D. Y., & Yoon, Y. S. (2024). Flexural bond behavior and development length of ribbed CFRP bars in UHPFRC. Cement and Concrete Composites, 146, 105403.

  • Hong, S. H., Choi, J. S., Yoo, S. J., & Yoon, Y. S. (2023). Structural benefits of using carbon nanotube reinforced high-strength lightweight concrete beams. Developments in the Built Environment, 16, 100234.

Abishek G L | Civil Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Mr. Abishek G L | Civil Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Mar Ephraem College of Engineering and Technology | India

Dr. G. L. Abishek has established himself as a dedicated researcher in the field of Civil and Structural Engineering, with a primary focus on the performance, durability, and innovation of construction materials and structural systems. His research contributions emphasize the experimental and analytical investigation of advanced materials such as fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), self-curing concrete, geopolymer concrete, and sustainable waste-based composites. He has published impactful works in high-quality international journals, including Elsevier’s Journal of Building Engineering and Computers and Concrete, addressing critical issues in enhancing structural performance, load-bearing capacity, and the long-term reliability of reinforced concrete systems. His recent studies on the lateral load behavior of aramid (Kevlar) and CFRP-strengthened concrete piles provide valuable insights into improving infrastructure resilience and service life under complex loading conditions. Dr. Abishek’s academic career is marked by a balance between theoretical understanding and practical application, bridging research and engineering practice. Beyond publishing, he actively engages in professional development through participation in national workshops focused on earthquake-resistant structures, finite element modeling, optimization, and modern computational tools such as MATLAB and Python for structural analysis. His continuous exploration of sustainable construction materials and innovative strengthening techniques underscores his commitment to advancing the field of structural engineering and promoting environmentally responsible design solutions. Dr. Abishek’s research reflects a forward-looking approach aimed at improving the safety, sustainability, and efficiency of civil infrastructure systems through material innovation and scientific rigor.

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Featured Publications

Abishek, G. L. (2016). Experimental investigation of high-strength characteristics of self-curing concrete. International Journal for Modern Trends in Science and Technology, 2(7), 61–65.

Abishek, G. L. (2016). Experimental investigation in effect of low-calcium fly ash geopolymer concrete. International Journal of Engineering Research, 5(9), 762–767.

Abishek, G. L. (2017). Experimental study on behaviour of paper sludge concrete. Institute of Integrative Omics and Applied Biotechnology Journal (IIOABJ), 8(S3), 73–78.

Abishek, G. L., Murugesan, R., & Murugan, M. (2025). Performance analysis of aramid (Kevlar) fiber reinforced polymer wrapped concrete piles under lateral loads. Journal of Building Engineering, 106, 112336.

Abishek, G. L., Murugesan, R., & Murugan, M. (2025). Reliability and performance of CFRP-strengthened RC piles under static lateral loads: Enhancing durability and load-bearing capacity. Computers and Concrete, 36(3), 351–360.