Alper Bideci | Building Materials | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Bideci | Building Materials | Editorial Board Member

Architecture | Düzce University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Bideci is a leading researcher in construction materials, recognized for his extensive contributions to lightweight concrete technology, polymer-coated aggregates, sustainable building materials, and the performance optimization of cement-based composites. His scholarly work spans mechanical behavior, thermal performance, durability enhancement, fracture energy, shrinkage, creep, and microstructural characterization of advanced concretes, supported by experimental testing and image-processing-based evaluation methods. Dr. Bideci has published numerous high-impact articles in SCI-Expanded journals, including significant studies on polyester-coated pumice aggregates, fiber-reinforced calcium aluminate concrete under elevated temperatures, homogeneity assessment in EPS-integrated mortars, environmental performance of insulated façade panels using life cycle assessment, and the influence of hemp fibers, waste tyre additives, and polymer modifications on strength and fracture properties. His investigations have advanced understanding of eco-efficient composites, permeability control, color and structural homogeneity, and the integration of industrial by-products in construction materials. Dr. Bideci’s research additionally encompasses polymer coatings for lightweight aggregates, the structural behavior of self-compacting concretes containing waste materials, and performance assessments of historical brick and concrete systems through experimental methods. He has led and contributed to funded research projects on polymer-coated aggregates and historical building materials and has achieved substantial international recognition, with over 350 citations reflecting his global impact. His consistent achievements have been honored repeatedly with the Scientific Encouragement Awards of the Scientific and Technical Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK), recognizing his sustained advancements in high-performance, durable, and sustainable construction materials.

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Featured Publications

Bideci, A., Sallı Bideci, Ö., & Ashour, A. (2023). Mechanical and thermal properties of lightweight concrete produced with polyester-coated pumice aggregate. Construction and Building Materials, 394.

Sallı Bideci, Ö., Yilmaz, H., Gencel, O., Bideci, A., Çomak, B., & Nodehi, M. (2023). Fiber-reinforced lightweight calcium aluminate cement-based concrete: Effect of exposure to elevated temperatures. Sustainability, 15, 4722.

Çomak, B., Aykanat, B., Sallı Bideci, Ö., Bideci, A. (2022). Determination of homogeneity index of cementitious composites produced with EPS beads by image processing techniques. Computers and Concrete, 29, 107–115.

Çomak, B., Bideci, A., Aykanat, B., & Sallı Bideci, Ö. (2021). Determination of color homogeneity by image processing in cement-based mortars. Romanian Journal of Materials, 51, 552–557.

Yılmaz, E., Arslan, H., & Bideci, A. (2019). Environmental performance analysis of insulated composite facade panels using life cycle assessment (LCA). Construction and Building Materials, 202, 806–813.

Boris Noutegomo | Natural Fibers | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Boris Noutegomo | Natural Fibers | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Boris Noutegomo | University of Bamenda | Cameroon

Dr. Boris Noutegomo is an accomplished researcher and educator in mechanical and industrial engineering, with extensive experience in maintenance diagnostics, product design, and advanced manufacturing systems. His research integrates key areas such as mechanical system reliability, industrial automation, and material behavior under applied stresses. Through his work on maintenance engineering and production optimization, he has contributed to developing innovative methodologies for improving equipment performance, energy efficiency, and operational safety in industrial systems. His teaching and research activities encompass diverse subjects including computer-aided design and manufacturing, mechanics of structures, welding technologies, thermodynamics, and mechatronic systems, reflecting a broad command of engineering science. He has conducted and supervised applied research projects in areas such as the design and optimization of mechanical components, development of agro-industrial equipment, and maintenance planning for complex industrial setups. His applied industrial experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, and thermal energy systems bridges theory with real-world engineering solutions, fostering innovation and sustainable practices. Dr. Boris Noutegomo has published in reputable journals and his research has received citations demonstrating scholarly recognition (2 citations, h-index: 1). His ongoing academic engagement at prominent technical institutions contributes to advancing interdisciplinary research that links mechanical innovation, automation, and sustainability. With a focus on practical engineering solutions, reliability enhancement, and industrial productivity, Dr. Boris Noutegomo continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of mechanical and industrial engineering, demonstrating a strong alignment with the objectives of the Excellence in Research Award.

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Featured Publications

(2025). Multi-scale modelling of the hygro-mechanical behavior of Rhecktophyllum camerunense vegetable fibers. Results in Materials.