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Modern trends in structural analysis
- Assessment of damaged structures, Strength evaluation of existing structures
- Repair, strengthening, rehabilitation and reconstruction of damaged structures
- Steel structures, Forensic engineering, Fire resistance and blast loading.
- Seismic design, Modern methods (neural network,..)
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Building materials
- Concrete technology and durability
- Low carbon, sustainable materials and novel concretes.
- Use of waste or recycled products
- Hot weather concreting
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Local and non conventional materials
- Earth,
- Natural fibres,
- Gypsum and lime
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Bridge engineering and bridge maintenanceand repair
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Geotechnical engineering
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Case studies for exceptional structures (tall structures, tunnels, dams, marine structures)
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Construction management, precast concrete and housing
- Low cost housing
- Green buildings
- Construction techniques and precast concrete