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Biography
Dr Saidani was intrigued by bridges and buildings from a young age, and now he is conducting research into novel building material GEM-TECH which could replace some forms of concrete.
He successfully completed his first degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Science and Technology in Algeria, where he won the Best Student Award. He then awarded a PhD in Civil Engineering from The University of Nottingham. Dr Saidani then stayed on as a post-doctoral research fellow for four years working on a number of pan-European and UK projects (total value in excess of £4m). In 1995, he jointed Coventry University as a lecturer, where he is currently a Reader in Structural Engineering since 2008.
Research topics investigated included: steel connection detailing and design; steel framed buildings; structural hollow sections; and e-portfolio for education and training. Current research activities include carrying out an investigation into a novel cement-based material called GEM-Tech. This includes material as well structural testing and modelling.
Dr Saidani has published over 80 journal and conference papers, and technical documents.
Dr Saidani is a Chartered Engineer and a Member of the Institution of Structural Engineers. He is a member of the editorial board in a number of international journals.
Area of Expertise:
Steel and concrete structures; structural connections; novel materials for sustainable construction.
Research Interests
Structural engineering
; Construction management
; Novel engineering materials; Steel and concrete structures; Disaster and risk management
; Health and safety in construction
; Sustainability and low carbon construction
; Disaster relief and development engineering
Vision Statement
Around half of all non-renewable resources mankind consumes are used in construction, making it one of the least sustainable industries in the world. The application of technology (in general) often results in unavoidable environmental impacts. Engineering designers are increasingly faced with the challenge of designing sustainable and environmentally friendly structures.
My research includes investigating novel materials that are friendly to the environment and lead to more sustainable designs.
The key to designing sustainable structures is to use materials that produce less carbon emissions as well as designs that respond to the demands of flexibility and adaptability.
My vision is to contribute to solving some of the challenges faced by the construction industry in designing more sustainable material and designs.
External positions
Visiting Professor, University of Sciences and Technology (USTHB), Algiers, Algeria
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Projects
- 2 Finished
Making engineering fun to learn: challenges and opportunities. £10k.
1/01/11 → 1/01/12
Project: Research
CIMSTEEL: Computer-integrated manufacturing for constructional steelwork . £500k.
1/09/91 → 30/09/93
Project: Project at former HEI
Research Output
Evaluation of conventional and Equivalent Mortar Volume mix design methods for recycled aggregate concrete
Anike, E. E., Saidani, M., Ganjian, E., Tyrer, M. & Olubanwo, A., 13 Feb 2020, In : Materials and Structures/Materiaux et Constructions. 53, 22.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Response of reciprocally supported advanced FRP composite jointed frames - Part 1: Experimental study
Badifu, E. E., Gand, A., Saidani, M. & Fom, P., 2020, In : Engineering Solid Mechanics. 8, p. 187-198 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Shear characterisation of pultruded superstructural FRP-concrete push-outs
Etim, O. O., Gand, A., Saidani, M., Fom, P. & Ganjian, E., Feb 2020, In : Structures. 23, p. 254-266 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
UAE’s Commitment Towards UN Sustainable Development Goals
Umar, T., Egbu, C., Ofori, G., Honnurvali, M. S., Saidani, M., Shibani, A., Opoku, A., Gupta, N. & Goh, K., 13 Feb 2020, In : Engineering Sustainability. (In-press), p. (In-press)Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
A Modified Method for Los Angeles Abrasion Test
Umar, T., Egbu, C. & Saidani, M., 9 May 2019, In : Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Civil Engineering. (In-press), p. (In-press) 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
Activities
Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Structures and Buildings (Journal)
Messaoud Saidani (Peer Reviewer)2019 → …
Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial activity
2018 International Conference on Construction, Aerotropolis and Environmental Engineering (ICCAE2018), Taoyuan, Taiwan
Messaoud Saidani (Technical Committee Member)23 Oct 2018 → 25 Oct 2018
Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
2018 International Conference on Innovative Engineering Applications, Sivas, Turkey
Messaoud Saidani (Technical Committee Member)20 Sep 2018 → 22 Sep 2018
Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
American Journal of Civil Engineering (Journal)
Messaoud Saidani (Associate Editor)4 Dec 2018 → 31 Dec 2020
Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial activity
International Advanced Technologies Symposium
Messaoud Saidani (Keynote Speaker)19 Oct 2017 → 22 Oct 2017
Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
Prizes
Reinforced Aer-Tech Novel Material: A Structurally Variable Material
Messaoud Saidani (Recipient), 30 Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Structural Engineering Awards (Research Award) - Awarded to my PhD student Offiong Etim
Messaoud Saidani (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
The Emerald Group Publishing Award for Best Paper
Messaoud Saidani (Recipient), 2013
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Press / Media
The Multi-Reciprocal Grid (MRG) system and applications
27/01/00
1 media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
The Multi-Reciprocal Grid: A shelter for humanitarian relief".
1/10/99
1 media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment