Marek Salamak | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Marek Salamak

Silesian University of Technology

                Marek Salamak
Affiliation Silesian University of Technology
Country Poland
Scopus ID 25028351300
Documents 47
Citations 609
h-index 14
Subject Area Civil Engineering
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-3602-0575

Marek Salamak is affiliated with Silesian University of Technology, Poland, and is recognized for scholarly contributions to civil engineering, particularly in structural engineering, bridge engineering, transportation infrastructure, and advanced engineering design. His academic profile demonstrates sustained research productivity supported by peer-reviewed publications, international collaborations, and measurable citation impact.[1]

Abstract

The Best Researcher Award recognizes sustained scholarly excellence, research productivity, and measurable academic influence. Marek Salamak’s research profile reflects active engagement in civil engineering through publications, engineering innovation, and scientific collaboration. His citation record, publication output, and continuing contribution to infrastructure engineering provide evidence of consistent academic performance and research visibility.[1][2]

Keywords

Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Bridge Engineering, Transportation Infrastructure, Construction Engineering, Infrastructure Design, Research Excellence, Engineering Innovation, Scientific Publications, International Collaboration.

Introduction

Modern civil engineering increasingly relies on interdisciplinary research integrating structural safety, sustainable construction, digital engineering technologies, and transportation infrastructure management. Researchers contributing to these areas play an important role in improving engineering standards, supporting resilient infrastructure, and promoting evidence-based design practices. Marek Salamak has participated in this evolving research landscape through scholarly publications and engineering investigations addressing practical and theoretical challenges.[1]

Research Profile

According to indexed scholarly databases, Marek Salamak has authored 47 Scopus-indexed publications with 609 citations and an h-index of 14. His academic work primarily focuses on civil engineering, including bridge structures, transportation systems, engineering analysis, structural assessment, and infrastructure modernization. His research demonstrates continued participation in internationally indexed scientific literature.[1]

Research Contributions

His research focuses on bridge engineering, structural assessment, and engineering optimization to enhance transportation infrastructure. Through collaborative civil engineering research and peer-reviewed publications, he has contributed to advancing structural analysis methodologies and practical engineering solutions.

Publications

Representative publications include research on bridge engineering, digital construction technologies, structural monitoring, and transportation infrastructure. His scholarly work has appeared in internationally indexed engineering journals and conference proceedings. Example DOI reference.[2]

Research Impact

The available bibliometric indicators demonstrate consistent scholarly influence through peer-reviewed publications and citations. An h-index of 14 indicates sustained academic engagement, while over six hundred citations reflect recognition of his work within the civil engineering research community. These indicators complement his contribution to engineering education and infrastructure research.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on publicly available academic indicators, Marek Salamak demonstrates characteristics commonly associated with recognition through research awards, including sustained publication activity, measurable citation impact, active participation in civil engineering research, and continued contributions to infrastructure-related scholarship. These achievements align with the objectives of the International Popular Scientist Awards in recognizing excellence in scientific research and academic advancement.[1]

Conclusion

Marek Salamak has established a documented academic record within civil engineering through peer-reviewed publications, international visibility, and scholarly citations. His continued research contributions, bibliometric performance, and commitment to engineering innovation support his profile as a researcher whose work contributes to the advancement of infrastructure engineering and scientific knowledge.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus Author Details: Marek Salamak, Author ID 25028351300. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=25028351300
  2. Crossref. (n.d.). Engineering publications and DOI metadata.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engstruct.2020.110694
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID Record: Marek Salamak.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3602-0575
  4. International Popular Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Award Information.
    https://popularscientist.com/
  5. Fawad, M., Salamak, M., Hanif, M. U., Koris, K., Ahsan, M., Rahman, H., Gerges, M., & Salah, M. M. (2024). Integration of bridge health monitoring system with augmented reality application developed using 3D game engine–Case study.

Mohammad Azim Eirgash | Civil engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohammad Azim Eirgash | Civil engineering | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D at Karadeniz Technical University, Turkey

Dr. Mohammad Azim Eirgash is a Ph.D. researcher in Construction Management at Karadeniz Technical University (Türkiye), with dual citizenship in Afghanistan and Türkiye. He holds a Ph.D. and MSc from KTÜ and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Warangal (India). His research focuses on multi-objective optimization, artificial intelligence in construction project scheduling, and time-cost-quality-CO₂ trade-off problems.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Construction Management – Karadeniz Technical University, Türkiye (2019–2024)

  • M.Sc. in Construction Management – KTÜ, Türkiye (2015–2018)

  • B.Tech. in Civil Engineering – NIT Warangal, India (2010–2014)

  • Scholarships: ICCR (India) 🇮🇳 and Türkiye Bursları 🇹🇷

🧠 Research Focus & Skills:

  • Specializations:

    • Multi-objective Optimization

    • AI & Machine Learning in Project Scheduling

    • Time-Cost-Quality-CO₂ Trade-off Models

    • Metaheuristic Algorithms (e.g., TLBO, Jaya, Rao)

  • Software Tools: Primavera P-7, MATLAB, Python 🐍

📈 Scientific Achievements:

  • h-index: 9

  • Total Citations: 317

    • Scopus: 184

    • Web of Science: 105

  • Publications:

    • 20+ peer-reviewed articles in Q1/Q2 journals

    • 5+ national/international conferences

    • Springer Book Chapter Contributor

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

  • 🥇 Young Scientist Award – International Young Scientist Awards 2022

  • ✍️ Reviewer for top journals:

    • Automation in Construction, Scientific Reports, Applied Soft Computing

🏗️ Professional Roles:

  • Karadeniz Technical University – Researcher

  • Baybars YAPI, Türkiye – Construction Consultant

  • Lord Tech Datus, India – Research Consultant

  • TEOREM LTD, Türkiye – Educator & Engineer

🌍 Global Research Impact:

Dr. Eirgash is a rising expert in integrating artificial intelligence with construction management. His international background and collaborations across India, Türkiye, and Europe highlight his global mindset and practical contributions to smart infrastructure and sustainable project planning.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Time–cost trade-off optimization in generalized construction projects using an opposition learning-augmented multi-objective Jaya algorithm
    Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025-06-23
    DOI: 10.1007/s42107-025-01401-z

  2. Optimization of time–cost–quality–CO₂ emission trade-off problems via super oppositional TLBO algorithm
    Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025-04
    DOI: 10.1007/s42107-025-01282-2

  3. Influence of jumping rate on opposition-based Jaya algorithm for discrete time–cost trade-off optimization problems
    Uludağ University Journal of The Faculty of Engineering, 2025-04-11
    DOI: 10.17482/uumfd.1561366

  4. Optimizing time–cost in construction projects using modified quasi-opposition learning-based multi-objective Jaya optimizer and multi-criteria decision-making methods
    Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2025-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s42107-024-01235-1

  5. A dual opposition learning-based multi-objective Aquila Optimizer for trading-off time–cost–quality–CO₂ emissions of generalized construction projects
    Engineering Computations, 2024-10-10
    DOI: 10.1108/EC-01-2024-0043

  6. A novel oppositional teaching learning strategy based on the golden ratio to solve the time–cost–environmental impact trade-off optimization problems
    Expert Systems with Applications, 2023
    DOI: 10.1016/j.eswa.2023.119995

  7. Modified dynamic opposite learning assisted TLBO for solving time–cost optimization in generalized construction projects
    Structures, 2023
    DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2023.04.091

  8. A multi-objective decision-making model based on TLBO for the time–cost trade-off problems
    Structural Engineering and Mechanics, 2019
    DOI: 10.12989/sem.2019.71.2.139

  9. Time–cost trade-off optimization of construction projects using teaching learning-based optimization
    KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 2019
    DOI: 10.1007/s12205-018-1670-6

  10. Time–cost trade-off optimization with a new initial population approach
    Teknik Dergi (Technical Journal of Turkish Chamber of Civil Engineers), 2019
    DOI: 10.18400/TEKDERG.410934