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Education
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), University of Missouri- Columbia
- MS., Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), Zagazig University, Egypt
- B.S., Civil Engineering (Honors Degree), Zagazig University, Egypt
Area(s) of Expertise
- Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics
- Stability of Slopes
- Risk and Reliability in Geotechnical Engineering
- Foundation Design and Earth Retaining Structures
- Decision Methods of Civil Engineering Design
- Structural Analysis and Mechanics
Research
- Dynamic Analysis of Shoring Systems
- Reliability-Based Design (RBD) of Shallow Foundations on Jointed Rock Mases
- Numerical Assessment of Loaded and Reinforced Earthen Slopes
- Shear Strength Characteristics of Intermediate Geomaterials (IGMs)
Awards and Recognition
- Nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award, Graduate Level, UNC Charlotte (2024)
- Nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award, Undergraduate Level, UNC Charlotte (2024)
- Outstanding Civil Engineering Professor, University of Missouri (2018)
- Outstanding Civil Engineering Professor, University of Missouri (2017)
- Outstanding Civil Engineering Professor, University of Missouri (2016)
- Honored Professor- Mizzou’ 39, University of Missouri (2018)
- George Mason University Recognition for the positive impact on students’ career goals, employment plans, and graduate school preparation (2023)
