Education
Dr. Mhanna earned his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Lille1 Sciences et Technologies, France, in 2012. His research, supervised by Prof. Isam Shahrour, focused on traffic-induced ground vibrations and the efficiency of vibration reduction systems. He also holds a Master 2 in Research from Polytech-Lille (2008), a Master 1 in Research from Tishreen University (2007), and an Engineering degree from Tishreen University (2005).
Experience
Dr. Mhanna’s career in academia spans over a decade, beginning as a Research Assistant at Polytech-Lille and progressing to a Lecturer at Tishreen University. Since December 2023, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor at both Tishreen University and Manara Private University. His teaching repertoire includes Soil Mechanics, Engineering Geology, Foundation Engineering, and other advanced geotechnical courses. He has also supervised numerous master’s theses and has been actively involved in various research projects, both nationally and internationally.
Research Focus
Dr. Mhanna’s research interests are centered on geotechnical engineering, particularly in soil mechanics, seismic wave propagation, and numerical simulation of structures. His work often integrates advanced geotechnical studies with practical applications in civil engineering, making significant contributions to the understanding and mitigation of soil-related challenges in engineering projects.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Mhanna has made significant contributions to the civil engineering field, earning recognition as the Director of the Soil Mechanics Laboratory at Tishreen University and as a member of several prestigious committees, including the Supreme Committee for Disaster Management. His expertise has also been recognized through his role as a consultant engineer at the Syrian Engineers Syndicate and his involvement in seismic inspection committees.
Publication Top Notes with Hyperlinks
Mhanna, M. (2024). Analysis of squeezing‐induced failure in a water tunnel and measure of rehabilitation: A case study of Tishreen tunnel, Syria. Deep Undergr Sci Eng. Cited by X articles.
Mhanna, M. (2023). Analytical Study of the Rock Squeezing Induced Failure in Deep Tunnels. Case study: 16th of October Dam Tunnel. Tishreen University Journal for Research and Scientific Studies. Vol 45(4). Cited by X articles.
Mhanna, M. (2023). Analytical and Numerical Study of Slope Stability Supported by Soil Nailing, Case study: Qarfees slope. Tishreen University Journal for Research and Scientific Studies. Vol 45(3). Cited by X articles.
Mhanna, M., Rajab, A. (2023). Developing Artificial Neural Network models to predict the bearing capacity of cohesionless soil for shallow foundations. Tishreen University Journal for Research and Scientific Studies. Vol 45(3). Cited by X articles.
Mhanna, M., Fayyad, T., Ibraheem, A. (2022). Soil properties prediction and assessment using geographic information system (GIS) and analytic hierarchy process (AHP). Tishreen University Journal for Research and Scientific Studies. Vol 44(6). Cited by X articles.
Dr. Mohannad Mhanna is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to his extensive academic background, teaching experience, and contributions to civil engineering research. His leadership in research projects and active involvement in professional committees demonstrate his commitment to advancing the field. However, to further strengthen his candidacy, Dr. Mhanna could focus on increasing his international research presence, securing more funding, and expanding his interdisciplinary collaborations. These steps would not only bolster his research impact but also enhance his global recognition as a leading civil engineering researcher.