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New Jersey Institute of Technology: Newark, US

2021-09 to present | Assistant Professor of Construction and Civil Infrastructure (John A. Reif, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

Missouri University of Science and Technology: Rolla, US

2018 to 2021 | Research/Teaching Assistant (Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering )
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Rayan H. Assaad

Lys Royal General Enterprises: Doha, QA

2016 to 2018 | Project Manager
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Education and qualifications (4)

Missouri University of Science and Technology: Rolla, US

2018 to 2021 | Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American University of Beirut: Beirut, LB

2016 to 2018 | Master of Engineering Management (Industrial Engineering and Management)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American University of Beirut: Beirut, LB

2012 to 2016 | Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Environmental Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American University of Beirut: Beirut, LB

2012 to 2016 | Minor (Mathematics)
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Professional activities (8)

American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

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Emerald Group Publishing (United Kingdom): Bingley, GB

2023 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Built Environment Project and Asset Management)
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American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2023 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Management in Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2023 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Construction Engineering and Management)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2022 | Oustanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Management in Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2021 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Management in Engineering)
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Rayan H. Assaad

American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2021 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Infrastructure Systems)
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American Society of Civil Engineers: Reston, Virginia, US

2019 | Outstanding Reviewer Award (Journal of Management in Engineering)
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Works (50 of 101)

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Developing a Quantitative Modeling Framework for Risk Propagation Analysis: Application to Preconstruction Delays

ASCE-ASME Journal of Risk and Uncertainty in Engineering Systems, Part A: Civil Engineering
2025-06 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghadi Charbel; Rayan H. Assaad; Tulio Rodriguez Tejada; Fadi Karaa
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Modeling the Interdependencies between the Risk Factors Contributing to Preconstruction Delays in Construction Projects

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2025-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghadi Charbel; Rayan H. Assaad; Tulio Rodriguez Tejada; Fadi Karaa
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Integrating immersive virtual reality (VR) technologies and multimodal IoT-enabled wireless sensor networks for real-time smart human-centered HVAC building system interaction and thermal comfort assessment and visualization

Smart and Sustainable Built Environment
2025-02-11 | Journal article
Contributors: Mohsen Mohammadi; Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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A BIM-enabled digital twin framework for real-time indoor environment monitoring and visualization by integrating autonomous robotics, LiDAR-based 3D mobile mapping, IoT sensing, and indoor positioning technologies

Journal of Building Engineering
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85186529454

Part of ISSN: 23527102
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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A Dynamic Agent-Based Optimization Model for Green Infrastructure to Address Flooding Risks

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Visualization, Information Modeling, and Simulation - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184287934

Part of ISBN: 9780784485231
Contributors: Jezzini, Y.; Assaad, R.H.; Karaa, F.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

A Fuzzy Model and Decision-Support Tool for Assessing and Predicting the Probability of Bankruptcy of Construction Companies

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Visualization, Information Modeling, and Simulation - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184279207

Part of ISBN: 9780784485231
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.; Assaf, G.; El-Adaway, I.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

A Novel Approach for Classifying the Management Priorities of Flooding Events Using Clustering Algorithms and Geospatial Analysis

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188715365

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An Accurate-Pricing Estimate Game-Theoretic Model for Determining Price Escalations in Construction Projects during Economic Uncertainties

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188752847

Part of ISBN: 9780784485262
Contributors: Jezzini, Y.; Assaad, R.H.; El-Adaway, I.H.; Abdul Nabi, M.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An Agent-Based Cellular Automaton Simulation Model to Study Worker Safety Behavior on Construction Sites: The Impacts of Different Social Influence Rules

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Resilience, Safety, and Sustainability - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184083653

Part of ISBN: 9780784485248
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.; Abdul Nabi, M.; Assaf, G.; El-Adaway, I.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An Intelligent and Dynamic Pricing IoT Model to Stimulate the Use of Shared Economies in Smart Cities

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188693081

Part of ISBN: 9780784485262
Contributors: Mohammadi, M.; Assaad, R.H.; Chang, A.J.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An intelligent BIM-enabled digital twin framework for real-time structural health monitoring using wireless IoT sensing, digital signal processing, and structural analysis

Expert Systems with Applications
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85192798641

Part of ISSN: 09574174
Contributors: Hu, X.; Olgun, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An Intelligent IoT Device for Real-Time Cloud-Based Tracking of the Terms of Service in Smart Cities

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Resilience, Safety, and Sustainability - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184115321

Part of ISBN: 9780784485248
Contributors: Mohammadi, M.; Assaad, R.H.; Chang, A.J.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Assessing and predicting green gentrification susceptibility using an integrated machine learning approach

Local Environment
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85192954518

Part of ISSN: 14696711 13549839
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.; Jezzini, Y.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Assessing the Vulnerability of Communities Exposed to Climate Change-Related Challenges Caused by the Urban Heat Island Effect Using Machine Learning

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Resilience, Safety, and Sustainability - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184122957

Part of ISBN: 9780784485248
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Assessing the Vulnerability of Communities to Heat Waves: Developing a Heat Vulnerability Index

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188696311

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Automated Heat Stress Monitoring and Water-Spraying Robotic System for Improving Work Conditions Using Drone (UAV) Infrared Thermography

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85186497183

Part of ISBN: 9780784485262
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Automatic Detection of Natural Hazard-Induced Power Grid Infrastructure Faults Using Computational Intelligence

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188744535

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Cloud-Enabled Indoor Thermal Comfort Assessment and Visualization Using Digital Twins, IoT, Robotics, and Indoor Positioning Technology

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Resilience, Safety, and Sustainability - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85184083188

Part of ISBN: 9780784485248
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Determining Critical Cascading Effects of Flooding Events on Transportation Infrastructure Using Data Mining Algorithms

Journal of Infrastructure Systems
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85192006354

Part of ISSN: 1943555X 10760342
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.; Mohammadi, M.; Assaf, G.
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Discovering key factors and causalities impacting bridge pile resistance using Ensemble Bayesian networks: A bridge infrastructure asset management system

Expert Systems with Applications
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85173518033

Part of ISSN: 09574174
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.; Hussein, M.
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Examining Low-Carbon Material Initiatives: Existing Policies, Impacts on the Procurement of Projects, Current Challenges, and Potential Solutions to Reduce Embodied Carbon in the Construction Industry

Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction
2024 | Journal article
EID:

2-s2.0-85181084538

Part of ISSN: 19434170 19434162
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.
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Green gentrification vulnerability index (GGVI): A novel approach for identifying at-risk communities and promoting environmental justice at the census-tract level

Cities
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85185395197

Part of ISSN: 02642751
Contributors: Assaad, R.H.; Jezzini, Y.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Identifying the Opportunities and Challenges of Project Bundling: Modeling and Discovering Key Patterns Using Unsupervised Machine Learning

Journal of Infrastructure Systems
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85182932292

Part of ISSN: 1943555X 10760342
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.; Karaa, F.
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Improving the Predictive Analytics of Machine-Learning Pipelines for Bridge Infrastructure Asset Management Applications: An Upstream Data Workflow to Address Data Quality Issues in the National Bridge Inventory Database

Journal of Bridge Engineering
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85175302540

Part of ISSN: 19435592 10840702
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Integrating Benefit-Cost Analysis and Monte Carlo Simulation to Prioritize Flood Mitigation Projects and Model Flood-Related Uncertainties

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188680151

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Mohammadi, M.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Integration of autonomous robotics, indoor localization technologies, and iot sensing for real-Time cloud-based indoor air quality monitoring and visualization

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Data, Sensing, and Analytics - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
EID:

2-s2.0-85184280443

Part of ISBN: 9780784485224
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Intelligent Inspection and Warning Robotic System for Onsite Construction Safety Monitoring Using Computer Vision and Unmanned Ground Vehicle

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85186508148

Part of ISBN: 9780784485293
Contributors: Hu, X.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Investigating Price Fluctuation Transmission among Construction Materials

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188785393

Part of ISBN: 9780784485286
Contributors: Abdul Nabi, M.; El-Adaway, I.H.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Mitigating the Social Challenges of Green Infrastructure: A Social Vulnerability Index

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188742678

Part of ISBN: 9780784485262
Contributors: Jezzini, Y.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Modeling and Understanding Dispute Causation in the US Public-Private Partnership Projects

Journal of Infrastructure Systems
2024 | Journal article
EID:

2-s2.0-85176217718

Part of ISSN: 1943555X 10760342
Contributors: Abdul Nabi, M.; Assaad, R.H.; El-Adaway, I.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Modeling Flood Vulnerabilities and Estimating Potential Economic and Social Losses: Assessing the Level of Community Flood Readiness and Preparedness in Newark, NJ

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188727556

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Jezzini, Y.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Modeling Inflation Transmission among Different Construction Materials

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2024 | Journal article
EID:

2-s2.0-85185844342

Part of ISSN: 19437862 07339364
Contributors: Nabi, M.A.; El-Adaway, I.H.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Modeling the impact of land use/land cover (LULC) factors on diurnal and nocturnal Urban Heat Island (UHI) intensities using spatial regression models

Urban Climate
2024 | Journal article
EID:

2-s2.0-85193001394

Part of ISSN: 22120955
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Modeling the Impact of Low-Carbon Procurement on Bidding Dynamics

Journal of Management in Engineering
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85190945372

Part of ISSN: 19435479 0742597X
Contributors: Jezzini, Y.; Assaad, R.H.
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Modeling the Ripple Effects of Flooding Events: Determining Critical Dependencies Using Association Rule Analysis

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85188703658

Part of ISBN: 9780784485279
Contributors: Mohammadi, M.; Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Predicting Construction Costs under Uncertain Market Conditions: Probabilistic Forecasting Using Autoregressive Recurrent Networks Based on DeepAR

Construction Research Congress 2024, CRC 2024
2024 | Conference paper
EID:

2-s2.0-85188824058

Part of ISBN: 9780784485286
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.; El-Adaway, I.H.; Abdul Nabi, M.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

Using Data-Driven Feature Engineering Algorithms to Determine the Most Critical Factors Contributing to the Urban Heat Island Effect Associated with Global Warming

Computing in Civil Engineering 2023: Resilience, Safety, and Sustainability - Selected Papers from the ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
2024 | Conference paper
EID:

2-s2.0-85184104688

Part of ISBN: 9780784485248
Contributors: Assaf, G.; Assaad, R.H.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

A Data-Driven Decision-Support Tool for Selecting the Optimal Project Delivery Method for Bundled Projects: Integrating Machine Learning and Expert Domain Knowledge

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2024-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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Assessing the Costs and Benefits of Green Infrastructure Plans Using Agent-Based Modeling and Scenario Analysis: Evaluating Social and Economic Values

Journal of Urban Planning and Development
2024-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Yasser Jezzini; Rayan H. Assaad; Michel Boufadel; Hani Nassif
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Development and Validation of a Heat Resilience Index: Measuring Communities Resilience to Extreme Heat Events

Journal of Urban Planning and Development
2024-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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An Intelligent Cloud-Based IoT-Enabled Multimodal Edge Sensing Device for Automated, Real-Time, Comprehensive, and Standardized Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Process Using Multisensor Data Fusion Technologies

Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering
2024-11 | Journal article
Contributors: Mohsen Mohammadi; Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad; Aichih “Jasmine” Chang
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Developing a Scoring Framework to Assess the Feasibility of the Design–Build Project Delivery Method for Bundled Projects

Journal of Management in Engineering
2024-11 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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Real-time spatial-temporal mapping and visualization of thermal comfort and HVAC control by integrating immersive augmented reality technologies and IoT-enabled wireless sensor networks: Towards immersive human-building interactions

Journal of Building Engineering
2024-10 | Journal article
Contributors: Mohsen Mohammadi; Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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Analyzing the Critical Success Factors Affecting Project Bundling Performance of Infrastructure Projects

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2024-09 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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Prediction of the Lateral Pressure of Self-Consolidating Concrete on Construction Formwork Systems Using Machine-Learning Algorithms

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2024-09 | Journal article
Contributors: Rayan H. Assaad; Ahmed Omran; Nancy Soliman; Ghiwa Assaf
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Price Escalation in Construction Projects: Examining National and International Contracts

Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
2024-09 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1943-7862
Contributors: Bahaa Chammout; Islam El-adaway; Mohammad Abdul Nabi; Rayan H. Assaad
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A decision-support system for choosing between traditional and alternative project delivery methods for bundled projects

Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
2024-09-17 | Journal article
Contributors: Ghiwa Assaf; Rayan H. Assaad
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A perspective on quantifying resilience: Combining community and infrastructure capitals

Science of the Total Environment
2023 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85141913496

Part of ISSN: 18791026 00489697
Contributors: Gerges, F.; Assaad, R.H.; Nassif, H.; Bou-Zeid, E.; Boufadel, M.C.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An Artificial Neural Network Model for Predicting Microbial-Induced Alteration of Rock Strength

Geotechnical Special Publication
2023 | Conference paper
EID:

2-s2.0-85151677508

Part of ISSN: 08950563
Contributors: Kolawole, O.; Assaad, R.H.; Ngoma, M.C.; Ozotta, O.
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Rayan H. Assaad via Scopus - Elsevier

An IoT-Enabled Sensing Device to Quantify the Reliability of Shared Economy Systems Using Intelligent Sensor Fusion Building Technologies

Buildings
2023 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85172774490

Part of ISSN: 20755309
Contributors: H. Assaad, R.; Mohammadi, M.; Chang, A.
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Peer review (165 reviews for 11 publications/grants)

Review activity for Automation in construction. (1)
Review activity for Journal of bridge engineering. (3)
Review activity for Journal of computing in civil engineering. (1)
Review activity for Journal of construction engineering and management. (47)
Review activity for Journal of infrastructure systems. (27)
Review activity for Journal of management in engineering. (71)
Review activity for Journal of transportation engineering. (4)
Review activity for Journal of urban planning and development. (3)
Review activity for Practice periodical on structural design and construction. (5)
Review activity for Transportation research record. (1)
Review activity for Urban climate. (2)