Davood Mostofinejad, Ph.D., PE

 
Office Address:
Civil Engineering Dept., Isfahan University of Technology (IUT)
Phone:
+98 31 33913818
Fax:
+98 31 33912700
Positions:
Distinguished Professor, Department of Civil Engineering
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Research Areas
  • Reinforced Concrete Structures and Concrete Technology
  • Application of FRP Composites in Reinforced Concrete
  • Seismic Strengthening and Retrofitting of RC Structures Using FRP Composites
  • Advanced Concrete Technology, High-Strength Concrete, and Ultra-High Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete
  • Biological Repair of Concrete Using Bacteria
  • Repair and Rehabilitation of Damaged Concrete Structures
Education
Ph.D. — Concrete Structures
Carleton University, Canada

1993 - 1997

M.Sc. — Structural Engineering
Isfahan University of Technology

1985 - 1987

B.Sc. — Civil Engineering
University of Tehran & Isfahan University of Technology

1978 - 1985

Scientific Metrics & Statistics
12,300
International Citations
63
H-index
350+
ISI Journal Papers
200+
Conference Papers
70+
Scientific-Research Papers
15
Books & Book Chapters
5
International Patents
8
National Patents
🏆 Top 1% of World Scientists
Civil and Environmental Engineering — 2025
and Top 2% from 2020 to 2025
Stanford/Elsevier's Ranking

Scientific & Statistical Indicators

Ranked among the Top 1% of scientists in Civil & Environmental Engineering (2025) and the Top 2% of scientists in this field from 2020 to 2025, according to the Stanford/Elsevier ranking.

Selected Executive Positions at the University

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1
Dean, Faculty of Civil Engineering

2000 – 2003

2
Head of Concrete Research Core

2000 – 2006

3
Director of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Civil Engineering

1997 – 2000

4
Vice President for Student Affairs, Isfahan University of Technology

1989 – 1991

5
Secretary, 6th International Conference on Civil Engineering

2003

6
Director, Center of Excellence in Underwater Science & Technology

2002 – 2006

7
Secretary, Board of Trustees of Civil Engineering Congresses

2001 – 2006

8
Chairman of the Board, Iranian Concrete Association – Isfahan Branch

2010 – 2014

9
Scientific Secretary, 9th International Congress on Civil Engineering

2012

10
Member, Promotion Committee, Isfahan University of Technology

2012 – 2015

11
Member, International Federation for Structural Concrete (fib) – Iranian Government Delegate

2013 – 2017

12
Member, Review & Technical Committee for Chapter 9 of the National Building Code

2014 – Present

13
Member, Technical-Executive & Coordination Committee of the Iranian Concrete Code

2014 – Present

14
Member, Civil Engineering Expert Group, Office of Higher Education Planning

2019 – 2023

15
Full Member, Specialized Commission on Transportation & Civil Development, Supreme Council of Science, Research and Technology

2019 – Present

16
Member, Technical & Engineering Working Group, Iran National Science Foundation

2025 – Present

Selected Honors & Awards

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2025Distinguished Professor, Engineering Sciences Group, Academy of Sciences of Iran
2025Distinguished Researcher of the Province
2025National Enduring Figure, Iranian Organization for Engineering Order of Building
2025Top Research Achiever of the University
2023National Distinguished Researcher, awarded by the Minister of Science
2022National Exemplary Engineer
2012National Exemplary Professor, awarded by the President
2012Outstanding Figure in Iranian Concrete Industry
2012Top Researcher of Isfahan Province
2007National Book of the Year (Reinforced Concrete Structures, Vols. I & II)
2010Selected Provincial Book (Structural Loading)
2011Distinguished University Researcher in Book Authorship & Translation
2010Exemplary Lecturer, Isfahan University of Technology
2008Distinguished Researcher, Isfahan University of Technology
2004Veteran Engineer of Isfahan Province
2002Exemplary Lecturer, Isfahan University of Technology
2001Distinguished Researcher, Isfahan University of Technology
1993Selected Rank, Khwarizmi International Award — Al-Sabahat 3 Project

International Collaborations

UC Irvine
Invited Visiting Professor
University of California, Irvine (UCI)

USA — 2016 – 2017

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University of Arizona
Invited Visiting Scholar & Adjunct Lecturer
University of Arizona

USA — 2006 – 2007

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Wuppertal University
Invited Visiting Professor
Wuppertal University

Germany — September 2003

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University of Queensland
Invited Visiting Professor
University of Queensland, Brisbane

Australia — March–April 2002

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Wuppertal University
Invited Visiting Professor
Wuppertal University

Germany — September 2002

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Reviewer
Reviewer for more than 20 international journals
ACI, ASCE, Elsevier, …

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Registered Patents

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A) International Patents
B) National (Domestic) Patents

Recent Articles

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Composites for Construction 2026

Analysis of FRP-strengthened interior RC beam-column joints accounting for compatibility of FRP sheet and bar slippage

Composites for Construction, Accepted paper

DOI: 10.1061/JCCOF2/CCENG-5401

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Journal of Road Engineering 2026

An innovative sustainable roller-compacted concrete using stabilized reclaimed asphalt aggregates: Mechanical and durability assessments

Journal of Road Engineering, Accepted paper

DOI: Not available

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Structures 2026

Novel mechanical headed anchors for strengthening RC slabs with openings under cyclic loading

Structures, Vol. 94, Article 113136

DOI: Not available

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Engineering Structures 2026

Seismic strengthening of RC slabs with openings: Novel technique of pretensioned steel wire ropes

Engineering Structures, Vol. 369, Article 123804

DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2026.123804

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Structural Concrete 2026

Retrofitting of RC structural walls with FRP strips for flexural enhancement: A review of challenges, innovations, and future directions

Structural Concrete, Vol. 348

DOI: 10.1002/suco.70764

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Construction and Building Materials 2026

Behavior of square RC columns strengthened with a hybrid longitudinal FRP-ECC jacketing system under non-reversed cyclic eccentric loading

Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 538, Article 147297

DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2026.147297

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Iranian Journal of Science and Technology 2026

Effect of Gravity Shear Ratio on Governing Failure Mode of Reinforced Concrete Slab-Column Connections

Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 51

DOI: 10.1007/s40996-026-02237-6

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Construction and Building Materials 2026

Flexural performance of RC beams strengthened with high-strength, high-ductility concrete (HSHDC)

Construction and Building Materials, Vol. 536, Article 146977

DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2026.146977

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Open Ceramics 2026

Performance and microstructure of internally cured self-compacting concrete with lightweight aggregate

Open Ceramics, Vol. 27, Article 101034

DOI: 10.1016/j.oceram.2026.101034

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Open Ceramics 2026

Synergistic use of silica fume and limestone powder for durable and low-carbon marine concrete

Open Ceramics, Vol. 27, Article 101032

DOI: 10.1016/j.oceram.2026.101032

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Case Studies in Construction Materials 2026

Cold-climate-resilient sustainable concrete with microencapsulated PCM and industrial slags for pavement infrastructure

Case Studies in Construction Materials, Vol. 25, Article e06311

DOI: 10.1016/j.cscm.2026.e06311

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Ain Shams Engineering Journal 2026

Experimental and RSM-based multi-objective optimization of low-carbon high-performance concrete

Ain Shams Engineering Journal, Vol. 32, Issue 7

DOI: 10.1016/j.asej.2026.104202

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Composites Part C 2026

Time-dependent bond performance of CFRP-to-concrete joints exposed to elevated temperatures

Composites Part C, Vol. 20, Article 100751

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcomc.2026.100751

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Cleaner Engineering and Technology 2026

Experimental and RSM-based multi-objective optimization of low-carbon high-performance concrete incorporating silica fume and slag

Cleaner Engineering and Technology, Vol. 32

DOI: 10.1016/j.clet.2026.101233

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Open Ceramics 2026

Enhancing ductility and sustainability of calcium oxide-activated slag-based HSC using waste rubber, wire, and PET

Open Ceramics, Vol. 26, Article 100970

DOI: 10.1016/j.oceram.2026.100970

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Results in Engineering 2026

Effect of elevated temperature on bond behavior of CFRP-to-concrete joints

Results in Engineering, Vol. 30, Article 110771

DOI: 10.1016/j.rineng.2026.110771

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Case Studies in Construction Materials 2026

Effect of concrete properties and FRP strengthening on rebar mass loss under accelerated corrosion

Case Studies in Construction Materials, Vol. 24, Article e06083

DOI: 10.1016/j.cscm.2026.e06083

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Composites Part C 2026

Predictive modeling of bond strength and failure strain in FRP-to-concrete joints considering groove classification

Composites Part C, Vol. 20, Article 100724

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcomc.2026.100724

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Structures 2026

Fiber-reinforced concrete with recycled high-alumina refractory aggregates

Structures, Vol. 86, Article 111303

DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2026.111303

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Case Studies in Construction Materials 2026

Effect of groove classes on flexurally strengthened RC beams with FRP using the EBROG method

Case Studies in Construction Materials, Vol. 23, Article e05965

DOI: 10.1016/j.cscm.2026.e05965

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Results in Materials 2026

Agricultural waste-derived additives for high-performance cement using bagasse pulp and rice husk ash

Results in Engineering, Vol. 29, Article 100914

DOI: 10.1016/j.rinma.2026.100914

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Case Studies in Thermal Engineering 2026

Lightweight concrete with improved thermomechanical properties incorporating PCM-infused microsilica additives

Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, Vol. 84, Article 107837

DOI: 10.1016/j.csite.2026.107837

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Structures 2026

FRP retrofit for inadequate flexural anchorage of longitudinal reinforcement in RC columns

Structures, Vol. 84, Article 110994

DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2025.110994

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Results in Engineering 2026

Innovative precast HPC slab-steel composite floor with high-strength expansive grout shear key

Results in Engineering, Vol. 23, Article 108749

DOI: 10.1016/j.rineng.2025.108749

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Engineering Structures 2026

Innovative FRP shear strengthening of RC structural walls using EBROG method and FRP spike anchors

Engineering Structures, Vol. 348, Article 121817

DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2025.121817

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Arabian Journal of Science and Engineering 2026

Ultra-Lightweight High-Strength Concrete: Properties, Applications, and Perspectives

Arabian Journal of Science and Engineering, Vol. 51

DOI: 10.1007/s13369-025-10571-6

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Iranian Journal of Science and Technology 2026

Strengthening of Two-Way RC Flat Slabs for Punching Shear Using Steel Dowels and CFRP Sheet

Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 50

DOI: 10.1007/s40996-025-01824-3

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Case Studies in Construction Materials 2026

Mechanical and thermal properties of fiber-reinforced concrete incorporating shape-stabilized phase change materials

Case Studies in Construction Materials, Vol. 23, Article e05816

DOI: 10.1016/j.cscm.2026.e05816

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Books

Isfahan Province Award 2010

Structural Loads

Structural Loads

By: Dr. Davood Mostofinejad

Arkan Danesh Publications

12 reprints (2009–2020)

Isfahan Province Award 2010

12 reprints
between 2009 and 2020

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National Book of the Year 2007

Reinforced Concrete Structures Vol. 2

Reinforced Concrete Structures (Vol. 2)

By: Dr. Davood Mostofinejad

Arkan Danesh Publications

42 reprints (2006–2025)

National Book of the Year 2007

42 reprints
between 2006 and 2025

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National Book of the Year 2007

Reinforced Concrete Structures Vol. 1

Reinforced Concrete Structures (Vol. 1)

By: Dr. Davood Mostofinejad

Arkan Danesh Publications

60 reprints (2005–2025)

National Book of the Year 2007

60 reprints
between 2005 and 2025

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Concrete Technology and Mix Design

Concrete Technology and Mix Design

By: Dr. Davood Mostofinejad

Arkan Danesh Publications

52 reprints (1996–2023)

Concrete Technology and Mix Design

52 reprints
between 1996 and 2023

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Building Materials

Building Materials

By: D. Mostofinejad (co-authored)

University of Tehran Press

3 reprints (2005–2011)

Building Materials

3 reprints
between 2005 and 2011

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Seminars & Conferences

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New Generation Concretes Seminar

Educational Seminar on New-Generation Concretes and Their Execution Practices

Organized by: Ardestan Cement Company

📅 June 3, 2026

Cold-Weather Concrete Seminar

Educational Seminar on Principles and Regulations of Cold-Weather Concrete Production

Organized by: Ardestan Cement Company

📅 February 9, 2025

Concrete Admixtures Seminar

Specialized Seminar on Admixtures in Concrete

Organized by: Ardestan Cement Company

📅 November 24, 2015

High-Strength Concrete Seminar

Production and Application Technology of High-Strength Concrete in Buildings and Concrete Structures

Organized by: Isfahan Chamber of Commerce

📅 June 10, 2026

Research Conference

Conference on Applied Research in Civil Engineering, Crisis Management, and Preservation of Historical Monuments

Organized by: Zand Institute of Higher Education, Shiraz

📅 February 19, 2025

Seven Leading Laboratories Aug 31, 2026
📅 Aug 31, 2026

Isfahan University of Technology Introduces 7 Leading Laboratories for Ministry of Science Support

The Structural Laboratory of IUT was also among these leading laboratories.

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Distinguished Engineers Feb 24, 2026
📅 Feb 24, 2026

Dr. Mostofinejad and Dr. Moslehi Recognized as Distinguished Engineers by the Academy

Honorees from across the country were recognized at the National Engineering Day ceremony.

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Top Researchers Dec 24, 2025
📅 Dec 24, 2025

19 University Researchers Among the World's Top 1%

Dr. Mostofinejad was included among the top scientists.

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Honoring Researchers Dec 24, 2025
📅 Dec 24, 2025

Honoring the Outstanding Researchers of Isfahan Province

Top researchers and technologists of the province were recognized.

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Top 2% Scientists Nov 30, 2025
📅 Nov 30, 2025

42 Researchers Among the World's Top 2%

Dr. Mostofinejad appears on this list.

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Scientific Elites May 4, 2025
📅 May 4, 2025

Honoring the Scientific Elites of Isfahan University of Technology; Dr. Mostofinejad Also Recognized

Dr. Mostofinejad was honored at the ceremony recognizing the university's scientific elites.

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Highly Cited Researchers Oct 5, 2024
📅 Oct 5, 2024

39 Faculty Members Among the Top 2%

Dr. Mostofinejad is included in this group.

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Top National Researchers Dec 12, 2023
📅 Dec 12, 2023

Two Faculty Members Named Top Researchers of the Country

Dr. Mostofinejad and Dr. Kamali were honored.

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Top 2% Oct 11, 2023
📅 Oct 11, 2023

44 Faculty Members on the Top 2% List

Dr. Mostofinejad is on this global list.

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Top 2% Nov 23, 2022
📅 Nov 23, 2022

40 Faculty Members Among the Top 2%

Dr. Mostofinejad is included in this group.

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Teacher Appreciation Apr 22, 2013
📅 Apr 22, 2013

Honoring Teachers at Isfahan University of Technology

The Teacher Appreciation Day ceremony was held.

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Researchers Dec 26, 2012
📅 Dec 26, 2012

Honoring the University's Outstanding Researchers

56 researchers and technologists were recognized.

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Concrete Figure Oct 15, 2012
📅 Oct 15, 2012

Distinguished Figure of Iranian Concrete

Honoring Dr. Mostofinejad.

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New Method Oct 1, 2012
📅 Oct 1, 2012

Innovative Method for Strengthening Concrete Structures

Using FRP composites for the first time in the world.

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Ceremony May 23, 2012
📅 May 23, 2012

Graduation Ceremony

With the presence of Dr. Mostofinejad.

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Distinguished Professor May 21, 2012
📅 May 21, 2012

National Distinguished Professor

Honored by the President of Iran, Dr. Mostofinejad.

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📅 Aug 31, 2026

Isfahan University of Technology Introduces 7 Leading Laboratories for Ministry of Science Support

Seven research laboratories of Isfahan University of Technology were introduced within the framework of the Ministry of Science's program. The Structural Laboratory of IUT, directed by Prof. Davood Mostofinejad, was among these leading laboratories.

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Seven Leading Laboratories

 

📅 Feb 24, 2026

Dr. Mostofinejad and Dr. Moslehi Recognized as Distinguished Engineers by the Academy of Sciences

The ceremony honoring National Engineering Day and distinguished Iranian engineers was held in 2026. Prof. Davood Mostofinejad, a distinguished professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, was honored as a Distinguished Engineer of the Academy.

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Distinguished Engineers

 

📅 Dec 24, 2025

19 Researchers from Isfahan University of Technology Among the World's Top 1% in 2025

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad has been recognized among the world's top 1% researchers. With an h-index of 42 and over 220 international publications, he has earned this prestigious global distinction.

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Top Researchers

 

📅 Dec 24, 2025

Ceremony Honoring Distinguished Researchers, Technologists and Students of Isfahan Province

The ceremony honoring the distinguished researchers of Isfahan Province was held with the Governor in attendance. Prof. Davood Mostofinejad was also honored as a distinguished researcher of Isfahan Province.

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Honoring Researchers

 

📅 Nov 30, 2025

42 Researchers from Isfahan University of Technology Among the World's Top 2% Scientists

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad appears on the list of the world's top 2% scientists. This list is published based on standard global citation metrics and bibliometric indicators.

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Top 2% Scientists

 

📅 May 4, 2025

Isfahan University of Technology Honors Its Scientific Elites; Prof. Mostofinejad Also Recognized

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad was recognized for his outstanding scientific achievements. He is internationally recognized as a leading figure in the strengthening of concrete structures using FRP composites.

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Scientific Elites

 

📅 Oct 5, 2024

39 Faculty Members and Two Researchers of IUT Among the World's Top 2% Highly Cited Researchers

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad appears among the world's top 2% scientists. This ranking is prepared based on the Scopus database and validated global citation indices.

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Highly Cited Researchers

 

📅 Dec 12, 2023

Two Faculty Members of IUT Named Top Researchers of the Country

Prof. Parviz Kamali and Prof. Davood Mostofinejad received the Top National Researcher Award. With 222 international papers and an h-index of 42, Prof. Mostofinejad was selected as the top researcher in technical and engineering sciences.

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Top National Researchers

 

📅 Oct 11, 2023

44 Faculty Members of IUT on the World's Top 2% Highly Cited Researchers List

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad appears on this global list. This recognition is the result of years of sustained research in civil engineering and construction materials.

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Top 2%

 

📅 Nov 23, 2022

40 Faculty Members of IUT Among the World's Top 2% Scientists

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad appears among the world's top 2% scientists. He has been a faculty member since 1987 and is recognized as a highly cited researcher in civil engineering.

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Top 2%

 

📅 Apr 22, 2013

Ceremony Honoring Teachers Held at Isfahan University of Technology

Coinciding with National Teacher's Day, the ceremony honoring teachers was held. Prof. Davood Mostofinejad was honored as a distinguished professor of Isfahan University of Technology.

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Teacher Appreciation

 

📅 Dec 26, 2012

Distinguished Researchers and Technologists of Isfahan University of Technology Honored

56 distinguished researchers, technologists and research unit managers were honored. Prof. Mostofinejad was also recognized as one of the university's distinguished researchers.

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Researchers

 

📅 Oct 15, 2012

IUT Faculty Member Honored as a Distinguished Figure of Iranian Concrete

The 10th Concrete Day and 4th National Iranian Concrete Conference honored Prof. Davood Mostofinejad as a Distinguished Figure of Iranian Concrete. Through years of research and authorship in the field of concrete, he is recognized as a leading figure in this domain in Iran.

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Concrete Figure

 

📅 Oct 1, 2012

World's First Innovative Method for Strengthening Concrete Structures Developed at IUT

For the first time in the world, an innovative method for strengthening concrete structures using FRP composites was developed by Prof. Davood Mostofinejad. This global achievement is recognized as a milestone in the field of civil engineering.

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New Method

 

📅 May 23, 2012

Grand Graduation Ceremony Held at Isfahan University of Technology

The honoring of Prof. Davood Mostofinejad as a National Distinguished Professor was among the highlights of the first day. Prof. Mostofinejad was honored at the event as a National Distinguished Professor.

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Ceremony

 

📅 May 21, 2012

Prof. Davood Mostofinejad Honored as National Distinguished Professor

The President of Iran honored Prof. Davood Mostofinejad, faculty member of the Department of Civil Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 1987 and has authored more than 13 books and published dozens of scholarly papers.

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Distinguished Professor

 

📅 Feb 21, 2012

Isfahan University of Technology Hosts the 9th International Congress on Civil Engineering

The secretary of the 9th International Congress on Civil Engineering announced the acceptance of 1,530 papers. Prof. Davood Mostofinejad served as the secretary of this international congress and played a pivotal role in organizing it.

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Civil Engineering Congress

 
 

 

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Seminars & Conferences

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📅 June 3, 2026

Educational Seminar on New-Generation Concretes and Their Execution Practices

Organized by Ardestan Cement Company — a specialized session focused on the latest developments in advanced concrete technology and practical execution.

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New-Generation Concretes Seminar

 

📅 Feb 9, 2025

Educational Seminar on Principles and Regulations of Cold-Weather Concrete Production

Organized by Ardestan Cement Company — covering technical principles and regulatory standards for concrete production in cold climates.

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Cold-Weather Concrete Seminar

 

📅 Nov 24, 2015

Specialized Seminar on Admixtures in Concrete

Organized by Ardestan Cement Company — an in-depth technical session on chemical and mineral admixtures and their role in modern concrete.

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Concrete Admixtures Seminar

 

📅 June 10, 2026

Production and Application Technology of High-Strength Concrete in Buildings and Concrete Structures

Organized by Isfahan Chamber of Commerce — a professional seminar addressing high-strength concrete technology for modern construction.

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High-Strength Concrete Seminar

 

📅 Feb 19, 2025

Conference on Applied Research in Civil Engineering, Crisis Management, and Preservation of Historical Monuments

Organized by Zand Institute of Higher Education, Shiraz — a research-oriented conference on civil engineering applications and heritage preservation.

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Research Conference

 
 

 

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