Dr. Mohammad Zahid Noori, University of the Ryukyus, Japan
Dr. Mohammad Zahid Noori is a Post-doctoral Researcher at the University of the Ryukyus in Okinawa, Japan. He holds a Doctor of Engineering (2021) and a Master of Engineering (2014) from the same institution. Previously, he served as Head of Structural Design at the Ministry of Urban Development and Land (MUDL), Afghanistan, where he led structural projects for public facilities. Dr. Noori has published extensively on seismic retrofit techniques and structural engineering. He is proficient in multiple languages including English, Pashto, Persian, Japanese, and Arabic. 📚🛠️🏢
Publication Profile
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Work Experience
🛠️ Current: Post-doctoral Researcher at the University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa, Japan (July 2022 – Present)
🏢 Previous: Head of Structural Design Department, Ministry of Urban Development and Land (MUDL), Afghanistan (June 2016 – May 2018)
🛠️ Previous: Structural Design Engineer, MUDL, Afghanistan (April 2014 – May 2016)
🏢 Previous: Structural Engineer, MUDL, Afghanistan (June 2010 – October 2011)
Education
🎓 Doctor of Engineering: University of the Ryukyus, Japan (2018-2021)
🎓 Master of Engineering: University of the Ryukyus, Japan (2012-2014)
🎓 Bachelor of Construction Engineering: Balkh University, Afghanistan (2005-2009)
🎓 Baccalaureate: Baraki-Rajan High School, Logar Province, Afghanistan (1994-2005)
Research Focus
Dr. Mohammad Zahid Noori’s research primarily focuses on structural engineering, specifically in the area of seismic retrofitting and reinforcement of reinforced concrete (RC) structures. His work includes investigating the flexural strength and ductility of RC columns using innovative techniques such as thick hybrid walls, PC bar prestressing, and steel plates. Dr. Noori has contributed significantly to enhancing the resilience of buildings, particularly in earthquake-prone areas, through his studies on URM-infilled RC frames and emergency retrofitting methods. His expertise lies in developing and testing structural improvements to ensure safety and durability.
Publication Top Notes
- “Flexural strength of surrounding columns in URM-Infilled RC frames retrofitted by thick hybrid wall technique”
- Published: 2024
- Journal: Engineering Structures
- Cited by: 0
- Authors: Noori, M.Z., Nakada, K., Kuroki, M., Kaneda, K., Tokura, M.
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- “STRENGTH AND DUCTILITY TYPE SEISMIC RETROFIT TECHNIQUE FOR EXISTING PILOTIS RC BUILDINGS IN OKINAWA”
- Published: 2024
- Journal: AIJ Journal of Technology and Design
- Cited by: 0
- Authors: Nakada, K., Kaneda, K., Kuroki, M., Matsuda, M., Noori, M.Z.
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- “Investigation of the strength-ductility-type seismic retrofitting technique for existing RC columns using PC bar prestressing and steel plates”
- Published: 2020
- Journal: Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering
- Cited by: 3
- Authors: Nakada, K., Yamakawa, T., Kaneda, K., Noori, M.Z., Javadi, P.
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- “Flexural strength of the strength-ductility type seismic retrofit technique of RC columns using PC bar prestressing and steel plates”
- Published: 2020
- Journal: Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering
- Cited by: 4
- Authors: Nakada, K., Yamakawa, T., Javadi, P., Noori, M.Z., Kaneda, K.
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- “Axial compression testing of an emergency-retrofitted shear-damaged RC column”
- Published: 2016
- Conference: 4th International Conference on Concrete Repair, Rehabilitation and Retrofitting, ICCRRR
- Cited by: 2
- Authors: Nakada, K., Kochi, M., Arakaki, S., Karwand, H., Noori, M.Z.
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- “Experimental investigation of emergency retrofitting of a shear-damaged RC column by lashing belt”
- Published: 2014
- Conference: 7th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE
- Cited by: 0
- Authors: Nakada, K., Morishita, Y., Arakaki, S., Karwand, H., Noori, M.Z.
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