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1) Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M. S., Tremblay, R. (2020). “Experimental Investigations on the Lateral Cyclic Response of Post-Tensioned Rocking Steel Bridge Piers,” accepted, Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE.
2) Rodríguez, J., Aldabagh, S., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Incremental Dynamic Analysis-Based Procedure for the Development of Loading Protocols,” accepted, Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE.
3) Wakjira, T., Alam, M.S., Ebead, U. (2021). “Plastic Hinge Length of Rectangular RC Columns Using Ensemble Machine Learning Model.” In press, Engineering Structures, Elsevier.
4) Riyadh, M.M., Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Parametric Study on the Vertical Operational Characteristics of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators using Taguchi Approach,” Structures, Elsevier, 33(Oct): 2974-2989.
5) Islam, M. S., Shahnewaz, M., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) Retrofitting of Timber I-Joists with Opening and Notch,” accepted, Structures, Elsevier.
6) Rockson, C., Tamanna, K., Alam, M.S. and Rteil, A. (2021) “Effect of rebar embedment length on the bond behavior of commercially produced recycled concrete using beam-end specimens,” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 286(Jun): 122957.
7) Hu, S., Wang, W., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “A comparative study on the seismic fragility assessment of self-centering energy-absorbing dual rocking core vs buckling restrained braced systems under mainshock-aftershock sequences,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 147(9): 04021124.
8) Hu, S., Wang, W., Alam, M.S., and Qu, B. (2021). “Performance-based design of self-centering energy-absorbing dual rocking core system,” Journal of Constructional Steel Research, Elsevier, 181(Jun): 106630.
9) Aldabagh, S., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Low-cycle fatigue performance of high-strength steel reinforcing bars considering the effect of inelastic buckling,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 235(May): 112114.
10) Li, S., Zhao, T., Alam, M.S., Cheng, Z., and Wang, J. (2021). “Lateral cyclic response sensitivity of rectangular bridge piers confined with UHPFRC tube using fractional factorial design,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 235(May): 111883.
11) Al Hawarneh, M., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Lateral Cyclic Response of RC Bridge Piers Made of Recycled Concrete – An Experimental Study,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 26(5): 04021018.
12) Hu, S., Wang, W., Alam, M.S., and Qu, B. (2020). “Improving the Seismic Performance of Beam-through Concentrically Braced Frames Using Energy-absorbing Rocking Core,” Journal of Earthquake Engineering, DOI: 10.1080/13632469.2020.1813660.
13) Yang, X., Wu, J., Pang, X., Alam, M.S., Zhang, J., and Zhang, M. (2021). “Pseudo-dynamic and quasi-static testing of hinged truss with all-steel BRBs at base,” accepted, Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics, Wiley.
14) Aldabagh, S., Khan, S., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Seismic fragility assessment of bridge piers incorporating high-strength concrete and high-strength steel reinforcement,” in press, Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, NRC.
15) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Seismic Fragility Assessment of Multi-Span Concrete Highway Bridges in British Columbia Considering Soil-Structure Interaction.” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, NRC, 48(1), 39-51.
16) Xiang, N., Goto, Y., Alam, M. S., & Li, J. (2021). Effect of bonding or unbonding on seismic behavior of bridge elastomeric bearings: lessons learned from past earthquakes in China and Japan and inspirations for future design. Advances in Bridge Engineering, Springer 2(1), 1-17. [invited paper]
17) Rana, A., Sadiq, R., Alam, M.S., Karunathilake, H., Hewage, K. (2021). “Evaluation of financial incentives for green buildings in Canadian landscape”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 135 (Jan): 110199.
18) Hu, S., Wang, W., Qu, B., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Self-centering energy-absorbing rocking core system with friction spring damper: Experiments, modeling and design,” Engineering Structures, 225(Dec):111338.
19) Li, S., Wang, J., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Seismic performance assessment of a multi-span continuous isolated highway bridge with superelastic shape memory alloy reinforced piers and restraining devices,” Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics, Wiley, 50(2), 673-691.
20) Shahnewaz, M., Pan, Y., Alam, M.S., and Tannert, T. (2020). “Seismic Fragility Estimates for Cross-Laminated Timber Platform Building,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 146(12), 04020256.
21) Li, S., Zhao, T., Alam, M.S., Cheng, Z., and Wang, J. (2020). “Probabilistic seismic vulnerability and loss assessment of a seismic resistance bridge system with post-tensioning precast segmental ultra-high performance concrete bridge columns.” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 225(Dec):111321.
22) Aldabagh, S., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “High-Strength Steel Reinforcement (ASTM A1035/A1035M Grade 690): State-of-the-Art Review,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 146 (8), 03120003.
23) Zhang, Q., & Alam, M. S. (2020). “State-of-the-Art Review of Seismic Resistant Precast Bridge Columns,” accepted, Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE.
24) Ahmed, H., Tiznobaik, M., Huda, S.B., Islam, M.S., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Recycled aggregate concrete from production to sustainable field application,” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 262(Nov): 119979.
25) Tamanna, K., Tiznobaik, M., Banthia, N., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Mechanical properties of rubberized concrete containing recycled concrete aggregate,” ACI Materials Journal, American Concrete Institute, 117(3):169-180.
26) Rana, A., Perera, P., Ruparathna, R., Karunathilake, H., Hewage, K., Alam, M.S., Sadiq, R. (2020). “Occupant-based energy upgrades selection for Canadian residential buildings based on field energy data and calibrated simulations”, Journal of Cleaner Production, Elsevier, 271, 122430.
27) Al Hawarneh, M., Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Seismic Fragility Assessment of Shape Memory Alloy Reinforced Concrete Bridge Piers under Long Duration and Near-Fault Ground Motions.” ACI Special Publication Journal, ACI, 341, 131-159.
28) Rockson, C., Tamanna, K., Alam, M.S., and Rteil, A. (2020). “Effect of Cover on Bond Strength of Structural Concrete using Commercially Produced Recycled Coarse and Fine Aggregates,” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 255, (September): 119275.
29) Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Wang, J-Q., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Performance-based seismic loss assessment of isolated simply-supported highway bridges retrofitted with different shape memory alloy cable restrainers in a life-cycle context,” Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, SAGE, 31(8): 1053-1075.
30) Zhang, P., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Elastic Buckling Behaviour of Σ-Shaped Rack Columns under Uniaxial Compression,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 212(June): 110469.
31) Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Comparative seismic fragility assessment of Buckling Restrained and self-centering (Friction Spring and SMA) braced frames,” Smart Materials and Structures, IOP, 29(5): 055029.
32) Hu, S., Wang, W., Qu, B., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Development and validation test of a novel self-centering energy-absorbing dual rocking core (SEDRC) system for seismic resilience,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 211(May): 110424.
33) Shahnewaz, M., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Genetic algorithm for predicting shear strength of steel fiber reinforced concrete beam with parameter identification and sensitivity analysis,” Journal of Building Engineering, Elsevier, 29(May): 101205.
34) Guo, J., Alam, M.S., Wang, J., Li, S., and Yuan, W. (2020). “Optimal intensity measures for probabilistic seismic demand models of a cable-stayed bridge based on generalized linear regression models,” Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, Elsevier, 131(April): 106024.
35) Rana, A., Dyck, R., Hu, G., Hewage, K., Rodriguez, M.J., Alam, M.S., and Sadiq, R. “A process-based LCA for selection of low-impact DBPs control strategy for indoor swimming pool operation”, Journal of Cleaner Production, Elsevier, 270(Oct): 122372.
36) Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Wang, J-Q., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Seismic vulnerability and loss assessment of an isolated simply-supported highway bridge retrofitted with optimized superelastic shape memory alloy cable restrainers,” Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, Springer, 18: 3285–3316.
37) Xiang, N., Chen, X., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Probabilistic seismic fragility and loss analysis of concrete bridge piers with superelastic shape memory alloy-steel coupled reinforcing bars,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 207(Mar), 110229.
38) Shahnewaz, M., Rteil, A., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Shear strength of reinforced concrete deep beams – A review with improved model by genetic algorithm and reliability analysis,” Structures, Elsevier, 20(Feb): 494-508.
39) Guo, J., Yuan, W., Dang, X., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Cable force optimization of a curved cable-stayed bridge with combined simulated annealing method and cubic B-Spline interpolation curves,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier 201(Dec): 109813.
40) Xiang, N., Alam, M.S. and Li, J. (2019). “Yielding steel dampers as restraining devices to control seismic sliding of laminated rubber bearings for highway bridges: analytical and experimental study,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 24(11), 04019103.
41) Hossain, F.M.Z., Shahjalal, M., Islam, K., Tiznobaik, M., and Alam, M.S. (2019) "Mechanical properties of recycled aggregate concrete containing crumb rubber and polypropylene fiber," Construction & Building Materials, Elsevier, 225(Nov): 983-996.
42) Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Experimental and Numerical Study on the Seismic Performance of a Self-Centering Bracing System using Closed-loop Dynamic (CLD) Testing,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 195(Sept): 144-158.
43) Xiang, N., Goto, Y., Obata, M., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Passive seismic unseating prevention strategies implemented in highway bridges: a state-of-the-art review,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 194(Sept): 77-93.
44) Chowdhury, M.A., Rahmzadeh, A., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Improving the seismic performance of post-tensioned self-centering connections using SMA angles or end plates with SMA bolts,” Smart Materials and Structures, 28(7): 075044.
45) Haque, A.B.M.R., Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2019) "Superelastic shape memory alloy (SMA) flag shape hysteresis model with sliding response from residual deformation: experimental and numerical study," Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, 30(12): 1823-1849.
46) Xiang, N. and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Comparative Seismic Fragility Assessment of an Isolated Continuous Bridge Retrofitted with Different Energy Dissipation Devices,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 24(8), 04019070.
47) Zareie, S., Alam, M.S., Seethaler, R.J., Zabihollah, A. (2019). “Effect of shape memory alloy-magnetorheological fluid-based structural control system on the marine structure using nonlinear time-history analysis,” Applied Ocean Research, Elsevier, 91(Oct): 101836, 9p.
48) Wang, J-Q., Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Alam, M.S. (2019). “Sensitivity analysis and multi-criteria optimization of SMA cable restrainers for longitudinal seismic protection of isolated simply supported highway bridges,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 189(Jun): 509-522.
49) Shahnewaz, M., Islam, M. S., Tannert, T., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Flange-Notched Wood I-joists Reinforced with OSB Collars: Experimental Investigation and Sensitivity Analysis,” Structures, Elsevier, 19(Jun): 490-498.
50) Kabir, M.R., Billah, A.H.M.M, and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Seismic fragility assessment of a multi-span RC bridge in Bangladesh considering near-fault, far-field and long duration ground motions,” Structures, Elsevier, 19(Jun):333-348.
51) Liu, K., Yan, J., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Seismic fragility analysis of deteriorating recycled aggregate concrete bridge columns subjected to freeze-thaw cycles,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 187(May): 1-15.
52) Zhang, Q., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Performance-based seismic design of bridges: a global perspective and critical review of past, present and future directions,” Structure & Infrastructure Engineering, 15(4): 539-554.
53) Xiang, N., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Displacement-based seismic design of bridge bents retrofitted with various bracing devices and their seismic fragility assessment under near-fault and far-field ground motions,” Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, Elsevier, 119: 75-90.
54) Chowdhury, M.A., Rahmzadeh, A., Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Feasibility of using reduced length superplastic shape memory alloy strands in post-tensioned steel beam-column connections,” Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, IOP, 30(2): 283-307.
55) Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2018) "Seismic performance of a novel single and double spring based piston bracing," Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 145.2 (2018): 04018261.
56) Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M.S., and Tremblay, R. (2018). “Analytical Prediction and Finite Element Simulation of the Lateral Response of Rocking Steel Bridge Piers with Energy Dissipating Steel Bars,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 144(11): 04018210, 15p.*
57) Shahnewaz, M., Alam, M.S., and Tannert, T. (2018). “In-plane Strength and Stiffness of Cross-laminated Timber Shear Walls,” Buildings, MDPI, Special Issue "Advances in Mass Timber and Timber Hybrid Lateral Load Resisting Systems, 8(8): 100, 13p" (invited paper).
58) Perera, P., Hewage, K., Alam, M.S., Merida, W., Sadiq, R. (2018). “Scenario-Based Economic and Environmental Analysis of Clean Energy Incentives for Households in Canada: Multi Criteria Decision Making Approach,” Journal of Cleaner Production, Elsevier, 198(Oct): 170-186.
59) Xiang, N., Alam, M.S. and Li, J. (2018). “Shake table studies of a highway bridge model by allowing the sliding of laminated-rubber bearings with and without restraining devices,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 171(Sept): 583-601.
60) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2018). “Probabilistic seismic risk assessment of concrete bridge piers reinforced with different types of shape memory alloys,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 162, 97-108.
61) Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Wang, J-Q., Alam, M.S. (2018). “Displacement-based seismic design of steel, FRP and SMA cable restrainers for isolated simply supported bridges,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 23 (6), 04018032.
62) Parghi, A., Alam, M.S., (2018). “A review on the application of sprayed-FRP composites for strengthening of concrete and masonry structures in the construction sector,” Composite Structures, Elsevier, 187(Mar): 518-534.
63) Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Wang, J-Q., and Alam, M.S. (2018). “Longitudinal seismic response control of long-span cable-stayed bridges using shape memory alloy (SMA) wire-based lead rubber bearings under near-fault records,” Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, SAGE, 29(5): 703-728.
64) Haque, R., Alam, M.S. (2017). “Hysteretic behaviour of a piston based self-centering (PBSC) bracing system made of superelastic SMA bars – A Feasibility Study,” Structures, Elsevier, 12:102-114.
65) Li, S., Zhang, F., Wang, J-Q., Alam, M.S., and Zhang, J. (2017). “Seismic responses of super-span cable-stayed bridges induced by ground motions in different sites relative to fault rupture considering soil-structure interaction.” Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, Elsevier 101 (Oct): 295-310.
66) Li, S., Dezfuli, F.H., Wang, J-Q., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Effect of Constitutive Models on the Seismic Response of an SMA-LRB Isolated Highway Bridge,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 148(Oct): 113-125.
67) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., (2017). “Smart Lead Rubber Bearings Equipped with Ferrous Shape Memory Alloy Wires for Seismically Isolating Highway Bridges,” Journal of Earthquake Engineering, Taylor & Francis, https://doi.org/10.1080/13632469.2016.1269692.
68) Shahnewaz, M., Tannert, T.60%, Alam, M. S.40% and; Popovski, M. (2017). “In-plane stiffness of Cross Laminated Timber Panels with Openings,” in press, Structural Engineering International, IABSE, 27(2): 217-223.
69) Shahnewaz, M., Islam, M. S., Ahmadipour, M., Tannert, T., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Reinforced Wood I-Joists with Web Openings,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 143(6): DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ST.1943-541X.0001747.
70) Zhang, P., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Experimental investigation and numerical simulation of pallet-rack stub columns under compression load” Journal of Constructional Steel Research, Elsevier, 133(Jun): 282-299.
71) Tehrani, M., Dezfuli, F.H., Alam, M.S., and Milani, A. (2017). “Parametric Study on Mechanical Responses of Corrugated-Core Sandwich Panels for Bridge Decks,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 22 (5), 04017002.
72) Ahmadipour, M., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Sensitivity analysis on mechanical characteristics of lead-core steel-reinforced elastomeric bearings under cyclic loading,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 140(Jun): 39-50.
73) Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Lateral Load-Drift Response and Limit States of Posttensioned Steel Beam-Column Connections: A Parametric Study,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 143(7): DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ST.1943-541X.0001772.
74) Siddiquee, K.N., Alam, M.S. (2017). “Highway Bridge Infrastructure in the Province of British Columbia (BC), Canada” Infrastructures, MDPI 2(2), 7; doi:10.3390/infrastructures2020007 (invited paper).
75) Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Multi-Criteria Optimization of Lateral Load-Drift Response of Posttensioned Steel Beam-Column Connections,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 130(1): 180-197.
76) Parghi, A., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Seismic collapse assessment of non-seismically designed circular RC bridge piers retrofitted with FRP composites,” Composite Structures, Elsevier, 160(Jan): 901-916.
77) Parghi, A., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Physical and mechanical properties of mortars containing incinerated sludge ash and silica fume,” ACI Special Publication, ACI SP-314: "Eco-Efficient and Sustainable Concrete Incorporating Recycled Post-Consumer and Industrial By products,” ACI Committee 555.
78) Li, S., Zhang, F., Wang, J-Q., Alam, M.S., and Zhang, J. 2017. “Effects of near-fault motions and artificial pulse-type ground motions on super-span cable-stayed bridge systems.” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 22(3), DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)BE.1943-5592.0001008#sthashk8KdL9DP.dpuf.
79) Parghi, A. and Alam, M.S. (2016). “Seismic behavior of deficient reinforced concrete bridge piers confined with FRP – a fractional factorial analysis.” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 126: 531-546.
80) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2016). “Performance-based seismic design of concrete bridge pier reinforced with Shape Memory Alloy- Part 2: Methodology and Application.” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, Manuscript: 04016140.
81) Moallemi Pour, S., Alam, M.S., and Milani, A. 2016. “Improved Bond Equations for Fiber Reinforced Polymer Bars in Concrete,” Materials, 2016, 9(9), 737; doi:10.3390/ma9090737, 14p.
82) Quadir, U.T., Islam, K., Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2016). “Mechanical and Durability Properties of Concrete using Recycled Granulated Steel,” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 123: 174-183.
83) Moallemi Pour, S., and Alam, M.S. (2016). Investigation of Compressive Bond Behavior of Steel Rebar Embedded in Concrete With Partial Recycled Aggregate Replacement, Structures, Elsevier, 7: 153-164, doi:10.1016/j.istruc.2016.06.010.
84) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Seismic Vulnerability Assessment of a Steel-Girder Highway Bridge Equipped with Different SMA Wire-based Smart Elastomeric Isolators,” Smart Materials and Structures, 25: 075039.
85) Moni, M., Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Response modification factors for steel buckling restrained braced frames designed as per NBCC 2010,” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, NRC Press, 43(8): 702-715.
86) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Performance-based seismic design of Shape Memory Alloy reinforced concrete bridge pier - Part 1: Development of Performance-Based Damage States,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 142(12): 04016141.
87) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2016). “Plastic hinge length of shape memory alloy (SMA) reinforced concrete bridge pier,” Engineering Structures, 117: 321-331.
88) Zhang, Q., Alam, M.S., Khan, S., Jian, J. (2016). “Seismic performance comparison between force-based and performance-based design as per Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC) 2014,” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 43(8): 741-748.
89) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Effect of different steel-reinforced elastomeric isolators on the seismic fragility of a highway bridge,” Structural Control & Health Monitoring, Wiley, doi: 10.1002/stc.1866.
90) Bianchini, F., Haque, A.B.M.R., Hewage, K., Alam, M.S., (2016). “Influence of green roofs on the seismic response of frame structures,” Earthquakes & Structures, Techno Press, 11(2): 265-280.
91) Parghi, A., Alam, M.S. (2016). “Effects of curing regimes on the mechanical properties and durability of polymer modified mortars - an experimental investigation,” Journal of Sustainable Cement-Based Materials, Thomas & Telford, DOI:10.1080/21650373.2015.1124812.
92) Kabir, M.R., Alam, M.S., Said, A., Ayad, A., (2016). “Performance of Hybrid Reinforced Concrete Beam Column Joint: A Critical Review,” Fibers 2016, 4(2), 13; doi:10.3390/fib4020013. [invited paper]
93) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Experiment-Based Sensitivity Analysis of Scaled Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators in Bonded Applications,” Fibers, 4(4); doi:10.3390/fib4010004 [invited paper]
94) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Bond behaviour of smooth and sand-coated shape memory alloy (SMA) rebar in concrete,” Structures, Elsevier, 5(Feb): 186–195.
95) Zhang, Q., and Alam, M.S., (2016). “Evaluating the seismic behavior of segmental unbounded post-tensioned concrete bridge piers using factorial analysis,” Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, 21(4): 04015073, 10.1061/(ASCE)BE.1943-5592.0000851.
96) Shahnewaz, M., Machial, R., Alam, M.S., and Rteil, A., (2016). “Optimized Shear Design Equation for Slender Concrete Beams Reinforced with FRP Bars and Stirrups using Genetic Algorithm and Reliability Analysis,” Engineering Structures, Elsevier, 107(1): 151-165.
97) Moradi, S., Alam, M.S., and Milani, A.S. (2015). “Cyclic response sensitivity of post-tensioned steel connections using sequential fractional factorial design,” Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 112(Sept): 155-166.
98) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Seismic fragility assessment of concrete bridge pier reinforced with shape memory alloy,” Earthquake Spectra, 31(3): 1515-1541.
99) Parghi, A., Alam, M.S. (2016). “Physical and mechanical properties of cementitious composites containing recycled glass powder (RGP) and styrene butadiene rubber (SBR),” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 104(Feb): 34-43.
100) Islam, M.N., Seethaler, R., Alam, M.S. (2015). “Characterization of piezoelectric materials for simultaneous strain and temperature sensing for ultra-low frequency applications,” Smart Materials and Structures, IOP, 24(8): 085019.
101) Islam, M.N., Zareie, S., Alam, M.S., Seethaler, R., (2015). “A Novel Method for Interstory Drift Measurement for Building Frames using Laser Displacement Sensors,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 10.1061/(ASCE)ST.1943-541X.0001471 , 06016001.
102) Islam, M.S., Alam, M.S., Ghafoori, N., and Sadiq, R., (2015). “Role of solution concentration, cement alkali and test duration on expansion of accelerated mortar bar test (AMBT),” Materials and Structures, Springer, 49(5): 1955-1965.
103) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., (2015). “Hysteresis model of shape memory alloy (SMA) wire-based laminated rubber bearing under compression and unidirectional shear loadings,” Smart Materials and Structures, IOP, 24(6): 10.1088/0964-1726/24/6/065022.
104) Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Finite element simulation of posttensioned steel connections with bolted angles under cyclic loading,” Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 10.1061/(ASCE)ST.1943-541X.0001336, 04015075.
105) Islam, M.S., Shahnewaz, M., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Structural capacity of timber I-joist with flange notch: experimental evaluation,” Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 79(Mar): 290-300.
106) Huda, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Mechanical and freeze-thaw durability properties of recycled aggregate concrete made with recycled coarse aggregate,” Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, ASCE, 27(10): 0.1061/(ASCE)MT.1943-5533.0001237, 04015003.
107) Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Feasibility study of utilizing superelastic SMA plates in steel beam-column connections for improved seismic performance,” Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, 26(4): 463-475.
108) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2014). "Seismic fragility assessment of highway bridges: a state-of-the-art review," Structure & Infrastructure Engineering, published online, DOI:10.1080/15732479.2014.912243
109) Huda, S., and Alam, M.S. (2014). "Mechanical behavior of three generations of 100% repeated recycled coarse aggregate concrete," Construction and Building Materials, Elsevier, 65: 574-582.
110) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S. (2014). “Performance of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators Manufactured in Simplified Process: Experimental Investigations,” Structural Control and Health Monitoring, 21(11):1347–1359.
111) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2014). “Seismic performance evaluation of multi-column bridge bents retrofitted with different alternatives using incremental dynamic analysis,” Engineering Structures, 62-63: 105-117.
112) Reza, S.M., Alam, M.S.60%, Tesfamariam, S.40%. (2014). “Seismic performance comparison between direct displacement-based and force-based design of a multi-span continuous RC bridge with irregular column heights”, Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 41(5): 440-449. [most read article in the journal till June 2016]
113) Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S., “Performance-based assessment and design of FRP-based high damping rubber bearing incorporated with shape memory alloy wires”, Engineering Structures, 61(3): 166-183.
114) Reza, S.M., Alam, M.S.60%, Tesfamariam, S.40% (2014). “Lateral load resistance piers under flexure and shear using factorial analysis”, Engineering Structures, 59: 821-835.
115) Shahnewaz, M., and Alam, M.S. (2014) “Improved shear equations for steel fiber reinforced concrete deep and slender beams,” ACI Structural Journal, 111(4): 851-860.
116) Moradi, S., Alam, M.S. (2014). “Incremental dynamic analysis of steel frames equipped with NiTi shape memory alloy braces,” The Structural Design of Tall and Special Buildings, Wiley, 23(18):1406-1425.
117) Alam, M.S., Billah, A.H.M., Quayyum, S., Ashraf, M., Rafi, A.N.M., Rteil, A. (2013). “Fire performance curves for unprotected HSS steel columns,” Steel and Composite Structures, 15(6): 705-724.
118) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F., Alam, M.S. (2013). “Sensitivity Analysis of Carbon Fiber-reinforced Elastomeric Isolators based on Experimental Tests and Finite Element Simulations,” Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 12(2): 1025-1043.
119) Billah, A.H.M.M., Alam, M.S. (2013). “Seismic fragility assessment of high strength reinforced concrete columns considering parameter uncertainty,” ACI Structural Journal, Special Publication, 293: 1-18.
120) Islam, M.S., Alam, M.S. (2014). "Principal component and multiple regression analysis for steel fiber reinforced concrete (SFRC) beams," International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials, 7 (4): 303-317.
121) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F., Alam, M.S. (2013). “Shape memory alloy wire based smart natural rubber bearing,” Smart Materials and Structures, 22(4), [doi:10.1088/0964-1726/22/4/045013].
122) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Statistical distribution of seismic performance criteria of retrofitted multi-column bridge bents using incremental dynamic analysis: a case study,” in press, Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 11(6): 2333-2362.
123) Billah, A.H.M.M., Alam, M.S. (2013). “Performance-based prioritisation for seismic retrofitting of Reinforced Concrete bridge bents,” Structure and Infrastructure Engineering, 10(8): 929-949.
124) Haque, A.B.M.R., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Direct Displacement Based Design of Industrial Rack Clad Buildings”, Earthquake Spectra, 29(4): 1311-1334.*
125) Billah, A.H.M.M., Alam, M.S., and Bhuiyan, M.A.R. (2013). “Fragility analysis of retrofitted multi-column bridge bent subjected to near fault and far field ground motion,” ASCE Journal of Bridge Engineering, 18(10): 992-1004. *
126) Alam, M.S., Slater, E., Billah, A.H.M. (2013). “Green concrete made with RCA and FRP scrap aggregate: fresh and hardened properties,” ASCE Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 25(12): 1783-1794.*
127) Quayyum, S., Alam, M.S.60%, Rteil, A.40% (2013). “Seismic behavior of soft storey mid-rise steel frames with randomly distributed masonry infill,” Steel and Composite Structures, 14(6): 523-545.
128) Bhuiyan, M.A.R., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Seismic performance assessment of highway bridges equipped with superelastic shape memory alloy-based laminated rubber isolation bearing," Engineering Structures, 49: 396-407.
129) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F. and Alam, M.S. (2013) "Multi-criteria optimization and seismic performance assessment of carbon FRP-based elastomeric isolator," Engineering Structures, 49: 525-540.
130) Alam, N., Alam, M.S.50%, and Tesfamariam, S.50% (2013). “Buildings’ seismic vulnerability assessment methods: a comparative study,” Natural Hazards. 62(2): 405-424.
131) Alam, N., Tesfamariam, S.60%, and Alam, M.S.40% (2013). “GIS-based seismic damage estimation: a case study for the city of Kelowna,” ASCE Journal of Natural Hazards Review, 14(1): 66-78.
132) Yeheyis, M., Hewage, K.25%, Alam, M.S.25%, Eskicioglu, C.25%, and Sadiq, R.25% (2013) "An Overview of Construction and Demolition Waste Management in Canada: A Lifecycle Analysis Approach to Sustainability," Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 15(1): 81-91.
133) Alam, M.S., Bhuiyan, M.A.R., Billah, A.H.M. (2012). “Seismic fragility assessment of SMA-bar restrained multi-span continuous highway bridge isolated by different laminated rubber bearings in medium to strong seismic risk zones,” Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 10: 1885-1909.
134) Bhuiyan, M.A.R., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Seismic vulnerability assessment of a multi-span continuous highway bridge fitted with shape memory alloy bars and laminated rubber bearings,” Earthquake Spectra, 28: 1379-1404.
135) Billah, A.H.M., Alam, M.S. (2012). “Seismic performance of concrete columns reinforced with hybrid shape memory alloy and fiber reinforced polymer bars,” Construction and Building Materials, 28(1):730-742.
136) Slater, E., Moni, M., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Predicting the shear strength of steel fiber reinforced concrete beams,” Construction and Building Materials, 26(1):423-436.
137) Alam, M.S.80%, Moni, M., and Tesfamariam, S.20% (2012). “Seismic overstrength and ductility of concrete buildings reinforced with superelastic shape memory alloy rebar,” Engineering Structures, 34(1): 8-20.
138) Machial, R., Alam, M.S.60%, and Rteil, A.40% (2012). “Revisiting the shear design equations for concrete beams reinforced with FRP rebar and stirrup,” Materials and Structures, 45(11): 1593-1612.
139) Nehdi, M., Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A. (2011). “Seismic behaviour of repaired superelastic shape memory alloy reinforced concrete beam-column joint,” Smart Structures and Systems, 7(5): 329-348.
140) Nehdi, M., Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A. (2010). “Development of corrosion-free concrete beam-column joint with adequate seismic energy dissipation,” Engineering Structures, 32(9): 2518-2528.
141) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., Nehdi, M. (2010). “Exploratory investigation on mechanical anchors for connecting SMA bars to steel or FRP bars,” Materials and Structures, 2010, 43(S1):91-107.
142) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M., Youssef, M.A. (2009). “Seismic performance of concrete frame structures reinforced with superelastic shape memory alloys,” Smart Structures and Systems, 5(5): 565-585.
143) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., Nehdi, M. (2008). “Analytical prediction of the seismic behaviour of superelastic shape memory alloy reinforced concrete elements,” Engineering Structures, 30(12): 3399-3411.*
144) Youssef, M.A., Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M. (2008). “Experimental investigation on the seismic behaviour of beam-column joints reinforced with superelastic shape memory alloys,” Journal of Earthquake Engineering, 12(7): 1205-1222. *
145) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., Nehdi, M. (2007). “Utilizing shape memory alloys to enhance the performance and safety of civil infrastructure: a review,” Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2007, 34(9): 1075-1086.*
146) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M., Youssef, M.A. (2008). “Shape memory alloy-based smart RC bridge: overview of state-of-the-art,” Smart Structures and Systems, 4(3) 367-389.
147) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M. Amanat, K.M. (2009). “Modelling and analysis of retrofitted and un-retrofitted masonry-infilled RC frames under in-plane lateral loading,” Structure and Infrastructure Engineering, 5(2): 71-90.
148) Amanat, K.M., Alam, M.M.M., Alam, M.S. (2007). “Experimental investigation of the use of ferrocement laminates for repairing masonry infilled RC frames,” Journal of Civil Engineering, IEB, 35: 71-80.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

1) Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Development of Novel Self-Centring Polyurethane Piston Based Bracing,” AAAFM-UCLA International Conference on Advances in Functional MaterialsAt: UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, United States, Aug 18-20, 2021.
2) Hoque, R., Zhang, P., Alam, M.S., and Tremblay, R. (2021). “Investigation of teardrop connection of rack clad building,” The 6th International Conference on Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering (ICCSTE’21), Canada, May 17-19, 2021.
3) Hossain, F., Rahmzadeh, A., Tremblay, R., Alam, M.S., and Islam, K. (2021). “Numerical Modelling to Simulate the Seismic Response of Bridges With Base Rocking Steel Columns,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
4) Li, S., Wang, J.Q., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Seismic performance assessment of a novel highway bridge using SMA RC piers and superelastic restrainers,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
5) Maryam, G., Alam, M.S., and Calvi, G.M. (2021). “An alternative test method for seismic simulation,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
6) Alam, M.S., Tremblay, R., Islam, K., Rahmzadeh, A., Hossain, F. (2021). “Use of rocking steel piers for enhanced bridge seismic performance,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
7) Xiang, N., Goto, Y., Obata, M., Alam, M.S., Li, J. (2021). “Yielding steel dampers to replace concrete shear keys for seismic retrofit of bridges with unequal height piers,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
8) Yang, X.Y., Wu, J., Alam, M.S. (2021). “Performance-based seismic design of hinged walls with BRBs at base based on equal displacement principle,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
9) Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M.S., Tremblay, R., King, P. (2021). “Experimental and finite element studies on the cyclic response of post-tensioned rocking steel bridge piers,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
10) Rahmzadeh, A., Tremblay, R., Alam, M.S. (2021). “Experimental investigations on buckling restrained energy dissipating stainless steel bars,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
11) Issa, A., Chowdhury, A., Tremblay, R., Alam, M.S. (2021). “Probabilistic fragility assessment of selfcentering braced frames,” Proceedings of the 17th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (17WCEE), Sendai, Japan, Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021.
12) Hoque, R., Zhang, P., Alam, M.S., Tremblay, R. (2021). "Investigation on Teardrop Connection of Rack Clad Building," accepted, 6th International Conference on Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering (ICCSTE'21), May 17-19, 2021.
13) Riyadh M., Rodriguez J., Alam MS. (2021). “Shape factor influence of fiber reinforced elastomeric isolators on the seismic response of a bridge pier,” Structures Specialty Conference, Canadian Society for Civil Engineering, 26-29 May 2021.
14) Rodriguez, J., Aldabagh, S., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Quasi-static loading protocols for bridge piers considering different types of earthquakes,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
15) Aldabagh, S., Khan, S., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Seismic fragility assessment of bridge piers incorporating high-strength steel reinforcement and concrete,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
16) Riyadh, M., Dezfuli, F.H., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Parametric study on the lateral stiffness of carbon-fibre reinforced elastomeric isolators against cyclic loads,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
17) Zhang, Q., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Drift-based design criteria for reinforced concrete columns and hybrid rocking columns,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
18) Hossain, F.M.Z., Alam, M.S., and Islam, M.Z. (2020). “Energy absorption behavior of reinforced concrete column consisting recycled aggregate, crumb rubber and polypropylene fiber under lateral impact,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
19) Karim, M.R., Islam, K., Ahmed, K., Zhang, Q., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Application of machine learning in bridge engineering: A state-of-the-art review,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
20) Al Hawarneh, M., Alam, M.S., and Billah, A.H.M. (2020). “Comparative seismic vulnerability assessment of shape memory alloy (SMA) and steel reinforced concrete (RC) bridge piers,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
21) Chowdhury, A.O., Alam, M.S., and Billah, A.H.M. (2020). “Finite element modeling and development of performance-based damage states for retrofitted multi-column bridge bent,” IABSE-JSCE Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-IV, 26-27 August 2020, Dhaka.
22) Aldabagh, S., and Alam, M.S. (2021). “Performance-Based Seismic Design of Bridge Piers Reinforced with High-Strength Steel: Development of Performance-Based Damage States.” Canadian Society of Civil Engineers Annual Conference 2020.
23) Rodríguez, J., Goyal, S., Tiwari, A., Issa, A., Alam, T., Austin, R., Taylor, J., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Comparative seismic performance of Koyna And Corra Linn Dams using numerical analysis and shake table testing,” ICOLD 2020 Annual Meeting / Symposium. April 4-10, New Delhi, India.
24) Li, S., Alam, T., Austin, R., Alam, M.S., and Issa, A. (2019). “Comparative Seismic Performance of Dams in Canada and China Using Numerical Analysis and Shake Table Testing.” ICOLD 2019 Annual Meeting/Symposium, June 9-14, Ottawa, Canada.
25) Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M.S., and Tremblay, R. (2019). “Finite-Element Analysis of the Seismic Response of Rocking Steel Bridge Piers with Buckling-Restrained Energy-Dissipating Steel Bars,” Proceedings of the 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Quebec, Canada.
26) Tremblay, R., Lui, J., Islam, K., Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M.S. (2019), “Seismic Response of a Bridge Structure with Controlled Rocking Tubular Steel Piers”, Proceedings of the 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering (CCEE 2019), June 17-20, 2019, Quebec, Canada.
27) Rahmzadeh, A., Lui, J., Islam, K., Alam, M.S., Tremblay, R. (2019), “Finite Element Analysis of the Seismic Response of Controlled Rocking Steel Bridge Piers”, Proceedings of the 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering (CCEE 2019), June 17-20, 2019, Quebec, Canada.
28) Shaaban, S., Wang, Y., and Alam, M.S. (2019). “Nonlinear moment-curvature response of hybrid reinforced concrete sections using S-CALC,” 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Quebec, Canada.
29) Chowdhury, M.A., Rahmzadeh, A., and Alam, M.S. (2019), "Finite Element Simulation of Top-and-Seat Angles for Self-Centering Connections," the 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Quebec, QC, Canada.
30) Rockson, C., Alam, M.S. and Rteil, A. (2019) "Effect of Cover on Bond Performance of Recycled Coarse and Fine Aggregates Concrete", CSCE Conference, Montreal.
31) Shaaban, S., Alam, M.S., and Sheikh, S.A. (2019). “Evaluation the Seismic Behavior of Bridge Piers Utilizing Hybrid Reinforcements,” The Canadian Society for Civil Engineering CSCE 2019 Annual Conference, Laval, Canada.
32) Shahjalal, M., Hossain, F.M., Islam, K., Tiznobaik, M., and Alam, M.S. (2019), “Experimental Study on the Mechanical Properties of Recycled Aggregate Concrete using Crumb Rubber and Polypropylene Fiber”, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials (CSCE-2019), June 12-15, 2019, Montreal, Canada.
33) Chowdhury, M.A., Rahmzadeh, A., and Alam, M.S. (2019), " Cyclic performance of post tensioned steel beam column connection with end plates and shape memory alloy bars," submitted, 7th Int Specialty Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, Laval, QC, Canada.
34) Li, S., Issa, A. S., Alam, T., Austin, R., Alam, M. S. (2019). Comparative Seismic Performance of Dams in Canada and China Using Numerical Analysis and Shake Table Testing. Paper submitted at ICOLD 2019 Annual Meeting/Symposium June 9-14, Ottawa, Canada.
35) Issa, A., Alam, M.S. (2019) “Seismic Performance Assessment of a Novel Spring Based Piston Bracing.” 7th International Engineering Mechanics and Materials Specialty Conference, CSCE, June 12-15, 2019, Laval, QC, Canada.
36) Issa, A., Alam, M.S. (2019) “Seismic Performance of Piston Based Self-Centering Bracing System using Semi-Hybrid Simulation.” 12th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, June 17-20, 2019, Quebec, QC, Canada.
37) Zhang, P., and Alam, M. S. (2019). “Determination of Critical Elastic Buckling Loads and Half-wavelengths of Rack Columns with Patterned Perforations,” 7th Int Engineering Mechanics and Materials Specialty Conference, CSCE 2019, Laval, QC, Canada, June 2019.
38) Zareie, S., Alam M.S., Seethaler, R.J., “A shape memory alloy-magnetorheological fluid core bracing system for civil engineering applications: feasibility study”, 7th International Specialty Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, Laval, Canada, 2019.
39) Issa, A., Alam, T., Austin, R., Alam, M.S., Seethaler, R. J. & Taylor, J. (2018) “Experimental and Numerical Investigation of a Reduced Scale Dam Utilizing 3d Printing & Shake Table Analysis to Determine Dam-Water Interaction” CDA 2018 Annual Conference, Québec, QC, Canada, 2018 Oct 15-17.
40) Al-Hawarneh M., Tamanna K., and Alam M.S. (2018). “Experimental investigation of the seismic performance of recycled aggregate concrete bridge piers,” 11th US National Conference on Earthquake Engineering, EERI, Los Angeles, USA
41) Golestani Najafabadi, M., Alam, M.S. (2018). “Effects on fling step on the seismic response of shape memory alloy reinforced concrete bridge piers,” 10th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, July 31 to August 3, Quebec City, Canada.
42) Rahmzadeh, A., Alam, M.S., and Tremblay, R. (2018). “Finite Element Development of Controlled Rocking Steel Bridge Piers,” 10th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, July 31 to August 3, Quebec City, Canada.
43) Zhang, Q., and Alam, M. S. (2018). “Performance-based design of highway bridges: a state-of-the-art review,” under review, 10th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, July 31 to August 3, Quebec City, Canada.
44) Issa, A.S., Haque, A.B.M.R., and Alam, M.S. (2018). "An Experimental and Numerical Investigation of the Cyclic Performance of a Smart Self-Centering Bracing System" 6th International Disaster Mitigation Specialty Conference, CSCE, Fredericton, Canada, June 13–June 16, 2018.
45) Zhang, Q., and Alam, M. S. (2018). The dynamics of precast post-tensioned rocking columns. Structures Congress, April 19-21, Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
46) Tamanna, K., Alam, M.S. (2018). "A Review of the investigation of impact resistance of rubberized concrete,” 1st International Conference on New Horizons in Green Civil Engineering (NHICE-01), Victoria, BC, Canada, April 25 – 27, 2018, BC, Paper ID: 057. "
47) Tazarv, M., and Alam, M.S. (2018). “Shape Memory Alloy for Bridge Columns.” 11th National Conference in Earthquake Engineering, Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, Los Angeles, CA, June 2018.
48) Rahmzadeh, A., and Alam, M.S. (2018). “Seismic Performance Assessment of Steel Bridge Piers with Shape Memory Alloy in Plastic Hinge Length.” 11th National Conference in Earthquake Engineering, Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, Los Angeles, CA, June 2018. Paper ID: 184.
49) Ahmed, H., Alam, M.S. (2018). Recycled aggregate concrete & its application in sustainable development, 1st International Conference on New Horizons in Green Civil Engineering (NHICE-01), Victoria, BC, Canada, April 25 – 27, 2018, Paper ID: 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May–June 2017, Paper ID: 067.
50) Rana, A., Alam, M.S., Charles, K., Perera, P., Hewage, K., and Sadiq, R. (2019). “Thermal performance of double and triple glazed windows: Experimental results from lab and in-situ measurements,” 1st International Conference on New Horizons in Green Civil Engineering (NHICE-01), Victoria, BC, Canada, April 25 – 27, 2018.
51) Billah, AHMM, and Alam, MS. 2017. Performance Based Seismic Design of Shape Memory Alloy Reinforced Concrete Bridge Pier, 39th IABSE Symposium 2017, Vancouver, Canada.
52) Shahnewaz, Md, Tannert, T., Alam, MS. Popovski, M. 2017. Seismic Performance of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Platform Building by Incremental Dynamic Analysis, 39th IABSE Symposium 2017, Vancouver, Canada, 7p.
53) Parghi, A. and Alam, MS. 2017. Seismic Collapse Safety of RC Circular Bridge Pier Retrofted with Fibre Reinforced Polymer, 39th IABSE Symposium 2017, Vancouver, Canada.
54) Hossain, M., Alam, MS. 2017. Performance Analysis of Recycled and Natural Aggregate Concrete Column with Varying Design Parameters, 39th IABSE Symposium 2017, Vancouver, Canada.
55) Issa, A., Mwafy, A., Alam, M.S. (2017). Seismic Vulnerability Assessment of Pre-Code Frame Building Retrofitted Using Buckling Restrained Braces, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May–June 2017, Paper ID: 505.
56) Hedayati Dezfuli, F., Alam, M.S. (2017). Performance Evaluation of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators (C-FREI) Through Experimental Tests, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 508.
57) Tamanna, K., Pour. S.M., Banthia. N., Alam, MS. (2017). Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Rubberized Concrete Containing Recycled Coarse Aggregate, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 520.
58) Kabir, M.R., Rizvi, S., and Alam, M.S. (2017). Seismic Performance of Beam-column Joint Reinforced with Different Shape Memory Alloy Alternatives, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 643.
59) Zareie, S., M. Mirzai, N., Alam M.S., Seethaler, R.J. (2017), An introduction and modeling of novel shape memory alloy-based bracing, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 566.
60) Zareie, S., M. Mirzai, N., Alam M.S., Seethaler, R.J. (2017), A dynamic analysis of a novel shape memory alloy-based bracing system, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 511.
61) Li, S., Hedayati Dezfuli, F., Wang, J.Q., Alam, M.S. (2017) Seismic Vulnerability Assessment of A Long-span Cable-stayed Bridge Isolated by SMA Wire-based Lead Rubber Bearing. 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 507.
62) Ahmadipour, M., Alam, MS. (2017). Finite Element modeling of timber I-Joists with web holes and flange notches, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 599.
63) Chowdhury, M.A., Rahmzadeh, M., Moradi, S., Alam, M.S. (2017). Cyclic behavior of post-tensioned steel beam column connections with reduced length strands, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 519.
64) Liang, Y., Jiang, S., Alam, M.S., Zhang, Y. (2017). Influence of Ti2Ni Precipitates on Phase Transformaton and Mechanical Property of Ni-Ti-Fe Shape Memory Alloy, 6th Int Conference on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, CSCE, Vancouver, BC, May-June 2017, Paper ID: 506.
65) Perera, P., Hewage, K., Alam, M. S., & Sadiq, R. (2017). “Eco-efficiency analysis of recycled material for residential construction: a case study of Okanagan (BC),” Paper ID: CON013, May 31 – June 3, 2017.
66) Parghi, A., Alam, M.S. (2017). Collapse fragility analysis of non-seismically designed bridge columns retrofitted with FRP composites. ASCE Structures Congress, 2017, 6 -8 April 2017, Denver, Colorado, USA, http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/9780784480403.044#sthash.sS1zlUku.dpuf.
67) Shahnewaz, M., Tannert, T., Alam, M.S., Popovski, M. (2017). Capacity-based design for platform-framed cross-laminated timber buildings. ASCE Structures Congress, 2017, 6-8 April 2017, Denver, Colorado, USA, DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/9780784480427.034.
68) Islam, M.S., Alam, M.S. (2017). Retrofitting of flange notched wood I-joists with glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) plates. ASCE Structures Congress, 2017, 6 -8 April 2017, Denver, Colorado, USA, http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/9780784480410.032#sthash.OIN0D22c.dpuf.
69) Billah, A.H.M.M., Kabir, R., Alam, M.S. (2017). Comparative collapse performance assessment of bridge pier under near-fault and long duration ground motions. 16th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 2017, 9-13 January 2017, Santiago, Chile, Paper ID: 1315.
70) Dezfuli, F.H., Li, S., Alam, M.S. (2017). Performance comparison of regular and smart elastomeric isolators using a new constitutive model, 16th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 2017, 9-13 January 2017, Santiago, Chile, Paper ID: 3094.
71) Shahnewaz, M., Tannert, T., Alam, M.S., Popovski, M. (2017). Sensitivity analysis of in-plane stiffness of CLT walls with openings. 16th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 2017, 9-13 January 2017, Santiago, Chile, Paper ID: 2889.
72) Zhang, P. and Alam, M.S. (2016). Numerical Simulation Strategy for Pallet Rack Stub Columns under Uniaxial Compression Load. Proceedings of the 11th Pacific Structural Steel Conference, October 29 to November 01, Shanghai, China.
73) Shahnewaz, M., Tannert, T., Alam, M.S., Popovski, M. (2016). In-plane stiffness of CLT panels with and without opening. World Conference on Timber Engineering, WCTE 2016, 22-25th August, Vienna, Austria.
74) Shahnewaz, M., Islam, M. S., Tannert, T.,; Alam, M. S. (2016). Reinforced wood I-joists with web opening: experimental and analytical investigations. World Conference on Timber Engineering, WCTE 2016, 22-25 th August, Vienna, Austria.
75) Haque, ABMR and Alam, MS. (2016). A Hysteresis Model for the Piston-Based Self-Centering Bracing System Considering Residual Deformation, 5th Int Structures Specialty Conference, CSCE, London, ON, June 2016, Paper ID: 978.
76) Moradi, S., Alam, MS. (2016). ANSYS Modeling of Post-Tensioned Steel Connections under Cyclic Loading, 5th Int Structures Specialty Conference, CSCE, London, ON, June 2016, Paper ID: 807
77) Ahmadipour, M., Dezfuli, FH, Alam, MS. (2016). Bonding Behavior in Bridge Steel-Reinforced Elastomeric Isolators, 5th Int Structures Specialty Conference, CSCE, London, ON, June 2016, Paper ID: 925
78) Shahnewaz, M., Alam, MS, Tannert, T., Popovski, M. (2016). Cross Laminated Timber Walls with Openings: In-Plane Stiffness Prediction and Sensitivity Analysis, 5th Int Structures Specialty Conference, CSCE, London, ON, June 2016, Paper ID: 930
79) Islam, MS, Shahnewaz, M., Alam, MS. (2016). Timber I-Joists with Web Openings: Reinforcement, Capacity Prediction and Sensitivity Analysis, 5th Int Structures Specialty Conference, CSCE, London, ON, June 2016, Paper ID: 931
80) Hussain, N. and Alam, M.S. (2016). “Verification of Proposed Seismic Response Factors and Performance Assessment with the Economics of Code Designed High-Rise Steel Buildings,” Geotechnical and Structural Engineering Congress 2016, ASCE, Phoenix, AZ, pp. 264-275.
81) Meherier, S., Alam, M.S. and Banthia, N. (2015). "Mechanical behavior of cement mortar with varying replacement level of crumb rubber," CONMAT'15 The Fifth International Conference on Construction Materials, Whistler, BC, Canada, August 2015.
82) Moallemi Pour, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). "Effect of recycled concrete aggregates on the bond behavior of steel reinforced concrete," CONMAT'15 The Fifth International Conference on Construction Materials, Whistler, BC, Canada, August 2015.
83) Huda, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Repeated Recycled Coarse Aggregate Concrete: Durability Aspects.” ConMat’ 15, The Fifth International Conference on Construction Materials, Whistler, BC, Canada, August 2015.
84) Huda, S., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Mechanical and durability properties of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) made with different replacement levels of recycled coarse aggregate (RCA).” In 2nd R N Raikar Memorial & Banthia-Basheer International Conference: December 2015.
85) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F. and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Seismic Vulnerability Assessment of a Multi-Span Continuous Steel-Girder Bridge Isolated by SMA Wire-Based Natural Rubber Bearings (SMA-NRB),” Structures Congress 2015, ASCE, Portland, OR, April 23-25, 2015, pp. 597-606.
86) Shahnewaz, M. and Alam, M. (2015). “Seismic Performance of Reinforced Concrete Wall with Superelastic Shape Memory Alloy Rebar,” Structures Congress 2015, ASCE, Portland, OR, April 23-25, 2015, pp. 2230-2240.
87) Haque, A.B.M.R., and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Cyclic Performance of a Piston Based Self-Centering Bracing System.” ASCE Structures Congress 2015, Portland, OR, April 23-25, 2015, pp: 2360-2371.
88) Moradi, S., and Alam, M.S., (2015). “Feasible Application of Shape Memory Alloy Plates in Steel Beam-column Connections,” Structures Congress, ASCE, Portland, Oregon, April 23-25, 2015, pp. 2089-2100.
89) Hussain, N., and Alam, M.S., 2015, "Seismic design and performance of high-rise steel buildings under various international design codes", Structures Congress 2015, April 23 to 25, Portland, OR, pp. 2510-2521.
90) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Damping-Ductility relationship for performance based seismic design of shape memory alloy reinforced concrete bridge pier.” Structures Congress 2015, Portland, OR, pp. 474-484.
91) Shahnewaz, M., Alam, M.S. and Tannert, T. (2015). “Reliability Analysis of Timber I-Joists Design Flexural Strength,” 12th International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability in Civil Engineering (ICASP), Vancouver, July 12-15.
92) Murtuz, A.K.M.G., Jalal, K.B., Priti, R.J., Islam, K., Alam, M.S., (2015). “Performance Assessment of Existing RC Garment Manufacturing Factory Building: Case Study in the Context of Bangladesh,” First International Conference on Advances in Civil Infrastructure and Construction Materials, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Dec 2015.
93) Murtuz, A.K.M.G., Jalal, K.B., Priti, R.J., Mohiuddin, M., Islam, K., Alam, M.S., (2015). “Seismic Performance Evaluation of RC Garment Manufacturing Buildings Retrofitted with Different Alternatives,” First International Conference on Advances in Civil Infrastructure and Construction Materials, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Dec 2015.
94) Kabir, M.R., Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Seismic vulnerability assessment of a typical 3 span highway bridge in Bangladesh.” In IABSE-JSCE Joint Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-III, 21-22 August 2015, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
95) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2015). “Seismic performance evaluation of bridge pier reinforced with different types of shape memory alloy rebar,”11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, Canada, July 21-24, 2015.
96) Haque, A.B.M.R., and Alam, M. S. (2015). “Preliminary Investigation on the Overstrength and Force Reduction Factors for Industrial Rack Clad Buildings,” 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
97) Hossain, A, Alam, M. S. and Rteil, R. (2015). “"Seismic Force Reduction Factors for Concrete Buildings Reinforced with Superelastic Shape Memory Alloy Rebars," 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
98) Islam, M.N., Zareie, S., Alam, M. S. and Seethaler, R. (2015). “Laser based interstorey displacement measurement for structural health monitoring of tall buildings,” 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
99) Ahmadipour, M., Hedayati Dezfuli, F., and Alam, M. S. (2015). “Effect of Number of Rubber Layers, Core Radius and Lead Type on Lead-Core Rubber Bearings' Performance,” 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
100) Zhang, Qi., Alam, M.S., Khan, S., and Jiang, J. (2015). “Seismic performance comparison between force-based and performance-based design of a highway bridge,” 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
101) Haque, A.B.M.R., Alam, M. S. and Sasibut, S. (2015). “Seismic performance degradation of a reinforced concrete highway bridge due to corrosion,” 11th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Victoria, BC, July 21-24, 2015.
102) Parghi, A., and Alam, M.S. (2015). "Axial stress-strain behavior model of FRP-confined concrete: a state of the art review,” 4th International Conference on Engineering Materials and Mechanics, CSCE, Regina, SK, May 27-30 2015.
103) Parghi, A., and Alam, M.S. (2015). "Analysis of RC circular bridge columns retrofitted with fiber reinforced polymer under axial and lateral cyclic loading,” 4th International Conference on Engineering Materials and Mechanics, CSCE, Regina, SK, May 27-30 2015.
104) Alam, M.S., and Billah, A.H.M.M. (2014). “Utilizing shape memory alloys for safer and sustainable civil infrastructure,” World Research and Innovation Convention on Engineering and Technology, Marriott Hotel, Putrajaya, Malaysia, Malaysia Society for Engineering & Technology, 25-26 Nov 2014, 5p.
105) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2014). “Seismic collapse safety of shape memory alloy reinforced concrete bridge pier,” the 4th International Structural Specialty Conference, Halifax, NS, Paper ID: 163, 10p.
106) Billah, A.H.M.M., Alam, M.S. (2014). Effect of Bidirectional Earthquake on Performance of Hybrid Concrete Columns Reinforced With Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) and FRP Bars.. in The 7th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE-2014., Vancouver, Canada, Aug 20-22, 2014, paper no. 267, 6p.
107) Haque, A.B.M.R., Sasibut, S., Siddiquee, K.N., Alam, M.S. (2014). Seismic performance degradation of a steel pile supported highway bridge bent due to corrosion. 9th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Calgary, Canada, July 15-18, 2014, paper no. 388, 10p.
108) Billah, A.H.M.M., Alam, M.S. (2014). Development of plastic hinge length expression for shape memory alloy reinforced concrete bridge pier. 9th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Calgary, Canada, July 15-18, 2014, paper no. 261, 10p.
109) Siddiquee, K.N., Alam, M.S. (2014). Evaluation of performance limit states for reinforced concrete wall pier in out of plane direction. International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Calgary, Canada, July 15-18, 2014, paper no. 265, 10p.
110) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F., Alam, M.S. (2014). FEM simulation of carbon fiber reinforced elastomers manufactured through a cold-vulcanization process. 9th International Conference on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Calgary, Canada, July 15-18, 2014, paper no. 266, 7p.
111) Hossain, A., Rteil, A., Alam, M.S. (2014). “Seismic Performance of Concrete Buildings Reinforced with Shape Memory Alloy Rebars,” the 4th International Structural Specialty Conference, Halifax, NS, Paper ID: 31, 10p.
112) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Performance Comparison between SMA-based Natural Rubber Bearing and SMA-based High Damping Rubber Bearing,” 7th National Seismic Conference on Bridges & Highways, Oakland, California, May 20-22, 2013, paper ID: p1, 12p.
113) Huda, S.B., Islam, M.S., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Green concrete from industrial wastes: a sustainable construction material,” First Intl Conference on Concrete Sustainability 2013, Tokyo, Japan, 27-29 May 2013, Ref. 0084, 8p.
114) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Seismic vulnerability assessment of SMA reinforced concrete bridge bents under near fault ground motions,” Conference on Smart Monitoring, Assessment, and Rehabilitation of Civil Structures, Turkey, September 9-11, 2013, 8p.
115) Siddiquee, K.N., and Alam, M.S. (2013). Seismic collapse safety of concrete frame structures reinforced with Shape Memory Alloy,” 3rd Specialty Conf on Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, Montreal, QC, May 29-June1, 2013, paper no: DIS 31, 10p.
116) Haque, A.B.M.R., and Alam, M.S. (2013). “Efficient debugging method development for the inclusion of hysteresis models in finite-element software S-Frame,” 3rd Specialty Conf on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, Montreal, QC, May 29-June1, 2013, paper no: MEC-68, 10p.
117) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Performance-based fragility assessment of highway bridges in British Columbia,” 3rd Specialty Conf on Engineering Mechanics and Materials, Montreal, QC, May 29-June1, 2013, paper no: MEC-50, 10p.
118) Bhuiyan, M.A.R., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Seismic fragility assessment of a multi-span continuous highway bridge isolated by SMA restrainers and lead rubber bearings,” 15th World Conf on Earthquake Engineering, Lisbon, Portugal, paper no: 2281, 10p.
119) Bhuiyan, M.A.R., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Use of shape memory alloys with laminated rubber bearings in seismic isolation of multi-span continuous highway bridge in moderate to strong seismic zones,” 15th World Conf on Earthquake Engineering, Lisbon, Portugal, paper no. 2258, 10p.
120) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Development of fragility curves for retrofitted multi-column bridge bents subjected to near fault ground motions,” 15th World Conf on Earthquake Engineering, Lisbon, Portugal, paper no. 172, 10p.
121) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Seismic fragility assessment of concrete bridge pier reinforced with shape memory alloy considering residual displacement,” SPIE Smart Structures/NDE Conference 8341, Mar 11-15 2012, San Diego, California, paper ID 8341, 13p.
122) Billah, A.H.M.M., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Seismic retrofit of multi-column bridge bent using composite materials,” 3rd Intl Structural Specialty Conf, CSCE, Edmonton, Alberta, paper no: STR-1015, 10p.
123) Hedayati-Dezfuli, F., and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Material modeling of high damping rubber in finite element method,” 3rd Intl Structural Specialty Conf, CSCE, Edmonton, Alberta, paper no: STR-1046, 9p.
124) Slater, E., Alam, M.S. (2012). “Sustainable concrete made with FRP scrap aggregate (FSA),” 1st Int Conf on Sustaining Public Infrastructure, CSCE 2012, Edmonton, AB, paper no. INF-1008, 10p.
125) Haque, A.B.M.R., Alam, M.S. (2012). “Optimal Retrofitting Method Selection for RC Structures: A Case Study,” 3rd Intl Structural Specialty Conf, CSCE 2012, Edmonton, Alberta, paper no: STR-1018, 10p.
126) Hossain, A., Alam, M.S.60%, Rteil, A.40%, (2012). “Performance evaluation of RC slender columns under lateral loading,” 3rd Intl Structural Specialty Conf, CSCE 2012, Edmonton, Alberta, paper no: STR-1113, 10p.
127) Shahnewaz, M., Rteil, A.60%, Alam, M.S.40% (2012). “Seismic effects on Deep Beams in a Reinforced Concrete Building,” 3rd Intl Structural Specialty Conf, CSCE, Edmonton, Alberta, paper no. STR-1238, 8p.
128) Marshall, C., Rteil, A.60%, and Alam, M.S.40% (2011). “Proposed shear model for reinforced concrete beams wrapped with FRP: A genetic algorithm approach,” 4th Intl Conference on Durability and Sustainability of FRP composites for Construction and Rehabilitation CDCC 2011, Sherbrooke, QC.
129) Reza, S.M., Alam, M.S.60%, and Tesfamariam, S.40% (2011). “Performance Evaluation of a Multi-Span RC Bridge with Irregular Column Heights of Varying Ductility Levels”, CSCE 2011 General Conference, Ottawa, Ontario, June 14-17, 2011.
130) Marshall, C., Rteil, A.60%, and Alam, M.S.40%, (2011). “Evaluation and comparison of shear design guidelines for beams externally wrapped with FRP,” 2nd Int. Eng Mech and Mat Sp. Conference, Ottawa, ON.
131) R. Machial, M.S. Alam60%, and A. Rteil40%, “Comparison of shear strength equations for FRP transverse reinforcement,” 2nd Int. Eng Mech and Mat Sp. Conference 2010, Ottawa, ON.
132) A.H.M.M. Billah, M.S. Alam, A.R. Bhuiyan, “Seismic performances of a Medium Span RC Bridge fitted with Different Isolation Devices,” 8th Intl Conf on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Aug 2010, Niagara Fall, ON, ID: GC124.
133) C. Marshall, A. Rteil60%, M.S. Alam40%, “Modeling of shear deficient bridge girders externally wrapped with FRP,” IABSE-JSCE Joint Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-II, August 8-10, 2010, Dhaka, Bangladesh, pp. 496-503.
134) R. Machial, M.S. Alam60%, A. Rteil40%, (2010). “Shear strength of transverse FRP reinforcement in bridge girders,” IABSE-JSCE Joint Conference on Advances in Bridge Engineering-II, August 8-10, 2010, Dhaka, Bangladesh, pp. 504-511.
135) M. Moni, M.S. Alam, S. Tesfamariam, "Effect of shape memory alloy rebar on the ductility of RC building," 2010 CSCE Annual General Meeting and Conf, 2010, Winnipeg, ID: ISSC-008.
136) A.H.M.M. Billah, M.S. Alam, M.S., A.R. Bhuiyan, “Seismic performances of a Medium Span RC Bridge fitted with Different Isolation Devices,” 8th Intl Conf on Short and Medium Span Bridges, Aug 2010, Niagara Fall, ON, ID: GC124.
137) M. Moni, M.S. Alam, “Seismic performance evaluation of different steel frame buildings designed according to NBCC 2005,” Proc. 3rd Intl Earthquake Symp., Dhaka, March, 2010, 8p.
138) S. Quayyum, M.S. Alam60%, A. Rteil40%, “Seismic performance of masonry infilled steel structures,” Proc. 3rd Intl Earthquake Symp., Dhaka, March, 2010, 8p.
139) A. Hahn, M.A. Shamloo, G. Hurlburt, and M.S. Alam, “Freeze-thaw durability flow chart model for concrete infrastructure in Canada,” 2010 CSCE Annual General Meeting and Conf, Winnipeg, ID: ITSC-121.
140) Alam, M.S., Mahmood, S.M.F., Dhar, A.S. and Turan, A. “Horizontal impedance functions for circular foundations on layered soil media,” Proc. 3rd Intl Earthquake Symp., Dhaka, March, 2010, 9p.
141) Alam, M.S., Billah, A.H.M.M., Sakib, N., and Moni, M. “Seismic performance of bridge piers reinforced with SMA spliced steel rebar,” Proc. 3rd Intl Earthquake Symp., Dhaka, March, 2010, 8p.
142) Alam, M.N., Slater, E., M.S. Alam, M.S.60%, Hewage, K.40%, “Application of ICT in construction: south Asian context,” 2010 CSCE Annual General Meeting and Conf, Winnipeg, ID: GC-085.
143) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., and Nehdi, M. "Cyclic behaviour of mechanically spliced shape memory alloy and steel bars," 9th National and 10th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Toronto, July 25-29, 2010.
144) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., and Nehdi, M. "Experimental investigation of FRP RC sub-assemblage with SMA bar in the plastic hinge region of beam," 9th National and 10th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Toronto, July 25-29, 2010.
145) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M., and Youssef, M.A. “Experimental investigation on the seismic performance of SMA-FRP RC smart beam-column joint,” the 11th Cansmart Meeting and Int. Workshop on Smart Materials and Structures, 23-24 October, 2008, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, pp. 249-258.
146) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M., and Youssef, M.A. "Cyclic Behaviour of Superelastic Shape Memory Alloy Reinforced Beam-Column Joint," 2nd Canadian Conference on Effective Design of Structures, May 20-23, 2008, McMaster University, ON, pp. 683-691.
147) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., and Nehdi, M. "Analytical Study of the Seismic Behaviour of Beam-Column Elements Reinforced with Superelastic Shape Memory Alloy," 2nd Canadian Conference on Effective Design of Structures, May 20-23, 2008, McMaster University, ON, pp. 663-672.
148) Nehdi, M., Youssef, M.A. and Alam, M.S. "Seismic Behaviour of Concrete Frame Structures Reinforced with Shape Memory Alloys," 8th International Conference on Multipurpose High-Rise Towers and Tall Buildings (IFHS), Dec. 10-12, Abu-Dhabi, UAE, paper no. IFHS 90.
149) Nehdi, M., Alam, M.S., and Youssef, M.A. "Analytical Study on the Cyclic Behaviour of SMA-RC Beam-Column Joints,” 8th International Conference on Multipurpose High-Rise Towers and Tall Buildings (IFHS), Dec. 10-12, Abu-Dhabi, UAE, paper no. IFHS 91.
150) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M., and Youssef, M.A. “Applications of shape memory alloys in earthquake engineering,” Proceeding of the 9th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, June 26-29, 2007, Ontario, Canada, paper 1124, 10p, 2007.
151) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., and Nehdi, M. "Seismic behaviour of concrete beam-column joints reinforced with superelastic shape memory alloys,” Proceeding of the 9th Canadian Conference on Earthquake Engineering, June 26-29, Ontario, Canada, paper 1125, 10p, 2007.
152) Nehdi, M., Alam, M.S., and Youssef, M.A. “Development of SMA-based smart RC bridge for severe loading condition", Proceeding of the 5th International Conference on Concrete under Severe Conditions of Environment and Loading (CONSEC'07), France, June 4-6, T2, pp. 1761-1769, 2007.
153) Alam, M.S., Nehdi, M. and Amanat, K.M. “In-plane lateral load strength of masonry infilled RC frames”, Proc. of the 7th International Conference on Multipurpose High-Rise Towers and Tall Buildings, Dubai, 2005, paper IFHS-210, 16 p.
154) Alam, M.S., Youssef, M.A., and Nehdi, M. “Shape Memory Alloys as a New Construction Material,” the 8th Cansmart Meeting and Int. Workshop on Smart Materials and Structures, 13-14 October, 2005, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, pp. 123-132.
155) Nahiduzzaman, K.M. and Alam, M.S. “Earthquake – A Menace to the Third World Cities: A Concentration of Some Challenging Issues”, the Asia Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 5-6 March 2004, Philippines, Vol. 2, Paper no. ACEE-57.
156) Alam, M.S., Shahriar, A., Bhuiyan, M.A.R. and Mandal, B.C. “Earthquake Vulnerability of Chittagong – the Port City of Bangladesh,” the Asia Conference on Earthquake Engineering, 5-6 March 2004, Philippines, Vol. 2, Paper no. ACEE-80.
157) Alam, M.S., Shahriar, A., and Rahman, M.M. “Seismic Risk in Bangladesh and Its Management”, the World Congress on Natural Disaster Mitigation, New Delhi, India, February 19-21, 2004, Vol.2, pp. 465-475.
158) Alam, M.S., and Amanat, K.M. “FE Modeling Scheme to Simulate the Retrofitting Effect of Masonry Infill with Ferrocement Overlay”, Proc. of the 2nd Int. Conf. on Protection of Structures against Hazards, Singapore, 2-3 December, 2004, pp. 297-301.
159) Shahriar, A., Alam, M.S., Rahman, M.M., and Rahman, M. “Apartment construction and its effect on the Environment of RayerBazar-A Developing area of Dhaka City,” the Enviro 04 Conference, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Australia, 28 March to 1 April 2004, paper no. e4539.
160) Amanat, K.M., and Alam, M.S. “Investigation of the stability of a steel truss supported glass tower,” Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Paper Meet and International Conference on Civil Engineering, IEB Dhaka Centre, Bangladesh, August 2003, pp. 255-260.
161) Rahman, M.M., Alam, M.S. and Mobashwera, “Water balance study in the north-west region of Bangladesh.”, Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Paper Meet and International Conference on Civil Engineering, IEB Dhaka Centre, Bangladesh, August 2003, pp. 157-166.

TECHNICAL REPORT

1) Maloski, N., Zhang, P., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “Preliminary Experimental Results of Dowel Laminated Timber Cantilever Bending Tests about the Weak-Axis,” Technical Report submitted to Structure Craft, Abbotsford, BC, 45p.
2) Tamanna, K., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “A guideline to assess and rehabilitate existing concrete power poles,” Technical Report submitted to FortisBC, Kelowna, BC, 42p.
3) Issa, A., and Alam, M.S. (2020). “A guideline to assess and rehabilitate existing buildings with self-centering braces,” Technical Report submitted to S-FRAME Software, Vancouver, BC, 42p.
4) Illangakoon, G., Qi, Z., and Alam, M.S. (2019).”Validation report for pre-stressed concrete beams, S-Concrete software program,” Technical report writing to S-FRAME Software Inc., Richmond, BC, 200p.
5) Zhang, P., and Alam, M.S. (2018). “Experimental investigation of regular and hybrid glulam columns under flexure and axial compression load,” Technical Report submitted to Structurlam Products, Penticton, BC, 22p.
6) Hossain, M., Chowdhury, A., and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Structural Retrofitting of Concrete Power Poles Using Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer,” Technical Report submitted to FortisBC, Kelowna, BC, 23p.
7) Rockson, C., Alam, M.S. and Rteil, A. (2017). “Bond Strength and Bond Behavior of Deformed Rebars in Concrete Using Recycled Coarse and Fine Aggregates,” Technical Report Submitted to Lock Block Ltd.
8) Islam, M.S., and Alam, M.S. (2013). "Load carrying capacity of wood l-joists (Part-I: Effect of single flange cut or notch)," Technical Report submitted to Acu-Joist, Kelowna, BC.
9) Islam, M.S., and Alam, MS, 2013. Load carrying capacity of wood l-joists (Part-II: Effect of single web opening and capacity improvement with retrofitting). Technical Report submitted to Acu-Joist, Kelowna, BC.
10) Parghi, A. and Alam, M.S. (2012). “Polymer modified concrete for pavement applications,” submitted to Terratech Canada, Kelowna, BC.
11) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. (2011). “Lateral capacity of protected and unprotected steel columns under fire hazard,” Submitted to Bourcet Engineering, Vernon, BC, V1T 8T9.
12) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S. “Development of a Prioritization Methodology for Maintaining Bridge Infrastructure System,” submitted to Dillon Consulting Ltd., London, ON, 2011.
13) Billah, A.H.M.M. and Alam, M.S., “Performance Based Multi-Criteria Decision Making for seismic Retrofitting of bridge bent,” submitted to Dillon Consulting Ltd., London, ON, 2011.
14) Haque, A.B.M.R. and Alam, M.S. (2011), "Bilinear Kinematic, Isotropic and Symmetric Hysteresis Model Development for S-Frame", Submitted to S-FRAME Software Inc., Richmond, BC.
15) Slater, E. and Alam, M.S.. (2011). “Green Concrete: A Sustainable Solution to Concrete Infrastructure”, submitted to OK Builders Supplies Ltd, Kelowna, BC, 2011.
16) Haque, A.B.M.R. and Alam, M.S. “Direct Displacement Based Design of Industrial Rack Clad Buildings”, submitted to BAH Enterprises Inc, Oakville, ON, 2011.
17) Youssef, M.A., Alam, M.S., Annan, C.D., and Adawi, A. “Improving performance of hollow core slabs using synthetic fibres,” submitted to Prestressed Systems Inc. Windsor, ON, 2009.

GRADUATE THESIS

Masters Thesis

PhD Thesis

PATENTS

A Issa, MS Alam “Spring Based Piston Bracing Device” US Patent (Application submitted: August 2018, Application Number: 62739457)
Haque, A.B.M.R. and Alam, M.S. (2017). “Piston-based self-centering brace apparatus,” US Patent Grant 2017-06-20 [US9683365B2], Japan Grant [JP2017503099A], Canada Grant [CA2935575A1], [WO2015100497A1].
Alam, M.S., Islam, M.S., Parghi, A., and Marciniak, E. (2015). “Geopolymer compositions comprising mine tailings and crushed glass,” International PCT Patent Application, PCT/CA2015/050260.
Seethaler, R., Islam, M.N., and Alam, M.S. (2014). "Impedence based piezoelectric sensors in static measurements with self-thermal compensation," US Provisional Patent (full patent pending).

SOFTWARE

ADST (Analysis and drawing of space truss) was developed to analyze and draw space trusses in both 2D and 3D environment, Language: Java; main program developer: M.H.R. Bhuia, and M.S. Alam, 2001.

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