Interdisciplinary Research Center for Construction and Building Materials

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Projects per year 2001 2023 2024 2026

• 62 Active
• 94 Finished

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  Plastic Waste Pyrolysis Oil as a Rejuvenating Agent for Aged Asphalt

  Abdelaziz, O. Y. (PI), Al-Abdulwahab, H. (CoI) & Akhtar, M. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Sustainability via the development of GO@ZIF-9 nanoparticles & its application for industrial dyes-contaminated wastewater treatment for potential reuse in construction and building sector

  Vohra, M. (PI) & Onaizi, S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Design and Characterization of Concrete Paving Block Prepared with 100% Recycled Aggregates using compression casting technique (CCT)

  El Fattah, A. S. (PI), Mukhtar, F. (CoI) & Morsy, M. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Fatigue assessment using wearable sensors on construction workers during nighttime

  Alshibani, A. (PI), Mazher, K. M. (CoI), Alsuhaibani, A. (CoI) & Ali, U. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• On some Bresse systems without second spectrum

  Algharabli, M. (PI), Baduruthamal, Z. (CoI) & Al-Mahdi, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Metamaterial-Infused Building Envelopes for Enhanced Thermal Insulation in NZEBs

  Mohammed, M. A. (PI), Budaiwi, I. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Alhazmi, M. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Chemical resistance of carbon-cured hyperalkaline concrete mixtures incorporating cement waste-derived portlandite

  Adekunle, S. (PI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI) & Drmosh, Q. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/26

  Project: Research

• Performance Modelling of Multilayer Building Envelopes Using Machine Learning Approach

  Mohsen, O. (PI), Al-Huri, M. (CoI), Al-Absi, Z. (CoI) & Abdou, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Retrofit Strategies to Integrate Thermal Insulation for Energy Efficiency in Residential Buildings of Saudi Arabia

  Asfour, O. (PI), Asif, M. (CoI) & El Fattah, A. S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Mechanical behaviour of bioinspired segmented structures/materials

  Musa, A. E. S. (PI), Dalaq, A. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Al-Gahtani, H. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Utilization of waste FRP Powder in Construction Materials for Enhanced Sustainable Performance

  El Fattah, A. S. (PI), Morsy, M. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Elkatatny, S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• CO2 Sequestration and Soil Stabilization Potential of Basalt and Olivine Rock Dust

  Aziz, M. (CoI), Rizvi, A. (CoI), Naqvi, S. U. A. (CoI), Fawad, M. (CoI), Mahmoud, M. (CoI) & Whattam, S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Using Alkali-Activated Recycled Glass Powder for Improving Engineering Properties of Marginal Soils – Phase-2

  Naqvi, S. U. A. (PI), Aziz, M. (CoI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI) & Kamal, M. S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Decision support model for BIM uses application in construction projects

  Mazher, K. M. (PI), Wuni, I. Y. (CoI), Aziz, M. (CoI), Ali, U. (CoI), Fazle Raziq, M. L. (CoI) & Mohammed, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• EcoStrength 300 UHPC: Super Ultra-High-Performance Concrete for 300 MPa Compressive Strength with Recycled C&D and Industrial Waste

  Al-Dulaijan, S. (PI), Kalimur Rahman, M. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Saleh, T. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Use of Industrial Waste-Based Binders with CO2 Curing to Stabilize Local Marginal Soils (Phase-II of INCB2418)

  Aziz, M. (PI), Naqvi, S. U. A. (CoI), Mazher, K. M. (CoI) & Ahmed, U. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Zero-cement concrete incorporated industrial waste materials-Phase-II

  Al Fakih, A. (PI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI), Ren, J. (CoI) & Aziz, M. A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Health Monitoring of Lightweight Concrete Structures using Reusable and Low-cost Piezoelectric Patches: Experimental and Numerical Modelling (Phase II)

  Tee, K. F. (PI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Sheikh, S. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Utilization of Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) slag in geotechnical engineering applications

  Naqvi, S. U. A. (PI), Aziz, M. (CoI), Kamal, M. S. (CoI), Hanif, A. (CoI) & Al-Osta, M. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Composite Retrofitting Against Progressive Collapse in Multistory RC Frames

  Mukhtar, F. (PI) & Abubakar, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Simulation of 3D Concrete Printing

  Mukhtar, F. (PI) & Abubakar, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Development of sustainable concrete masonry units (CMUs) incorporated recycled plastic and tire wastes- Phase 2

  Al Fakih, A. (PI), Ren, J. (CoI), Tee, K. F. (CoI) & Ahmed, U. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Enhancing Strength and Durability of Stabilized Soils for Sustainable Earth Construction Applications

  Zami, M. (PI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Amao, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Spent pot lining and red mud for repair applications in construction – Phase II

  Hanif, A. (PI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI) & Al-Osta, M. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Evaluating the feasibility of recycled municipal solid waste plastic/ polymer rebar ties for use in reinforced concrete in construction

  Mazher, K. M. (PI), Wuni, I. Y. (CoI), Aziz, M. (CoI), Ali, U. (CoI), Fazle Raziq, M. L. (CoI) & Alshibani, A. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/26

  Project: Research

• Advanced Paper Waste Concrete: Integrating UHPC and Nanocellulose for Superior Strength and Sustainability

  Tee, K. F. (PI), Al Fakih, A. (CoI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI) & Joseph, J. (CoI)

  1/01/25 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Development of low-carbon porous geopolymer binder with enhanced thermal insulation performance

  Ren, J. (PI), Hanif, A. (CoI), Al Fakih, A. (CoI) & Manovic, V. (CoI)

  29/10/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Automated BIM-based Building Code Compliance Checking System for Residential Buildings in Saudi Arabia

  Mohsen, O. (PI), Ahmad, I. (CoI), Asfour, O. (CoI) & Alawami, L. (CoI)

  26/08/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Automated BIM-based Building Code Compliance Checking System for Residential Buildings in Saudi Arabia

  Mohsen, O. (PI), Ahmad, I. (CoI), Asfour, O. (CoI) & Alawami, L. (CoI)

  26/08/24 → 29/08/25

  Project: Research

• Effect of curing methods on the properties of brine sludge cement composites

  Assaggaf, R. (PI), Siddique , S. (CoI), Bahraq, A. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Basaleh, A. (CoI)

  1/03/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Properties of Self-Healing Bacteria Treated Recycled Aggregate Alkaliactivated Slag Concree

  Mukhtar, F. (PI), Hanif, A. (CoI) & Ibrahim, M. (CoI)

  1/03/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Zero-cement concrete incorporated industrial waste materials

  Al Fakih, A. (PI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI), Assaggaf, R. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Aziz, M. A. (CoI)

  1/03/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• CO2 sequestration potential of eco-friendly magnesia-based binders containing spent pot lining and red mud

  Hanif, A. (PI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI) & Adekunle, S. (CoI)

  1/03/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Piezo sensors based real-time monitoring of strength development during carbon-curing of plastic waste incorporated concrete

  Tee, K. F. (PI), Sheikh, S. (CoI), Ul Haq, M. M. (CoI), Fasil, M. (CoI) & Al-Osta, M. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

  • Municipal Solid Waste 100%
  • Strength Development 100%
  • Concrete Mixture 100%
  • Building Material 100%
  • Cure Process 100%

• Utilization of Recycled Concrete Aggregates in the Development of Stone Columns for Soil Stabilization: Experimental and Numerical Approaches

  Mustafa, Y. (PI), Al-Shayea, N. (CoI), Syed, M. (CoI), Ahmad, S. (CoI) & Mahmoud, A. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• CarbonLock : Phase 1-Investigating various additives and processes to enhance the CO2 uptake during mixing/curing of cement/concrete.

  Siddique , S. (PI), Ahmad, S. (CoI), Hanif, A. (CoI) & Aziz, M. A. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Investigation of Energy Use Patterns and Trends in Saudi Single-Detached Homes

  Abdou, A. (PI), Asif, M. (CoI) & Budaiwi, I. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Enhancing the Sustainable Utilization of Recycled Aggregates through Innovative Treatment Techniques

  Ahmad, S. (PI), Al-Dulaijan, S. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI), Bahraq, A. (CoI), Syed, M. (CoI) & Alam, M. A. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• The impact of corrosion-induced thickness reduction imperfections on steel tubes and concrete-filled steel tubes

  Musa, A. E. S. (PI), Tee, K. F. (CoI) & Ahmad, S. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Characterization and Utilization of Saudi Industrial Waste Ashes as Sustainable Binders for Soil Stabilization

  Aziz, M. (PI), Naqvi, S. U. A. (CoI), Ahmed, U. (CoI), Hanif, A. (CoI), Mazher, K. M. (CoI) & Syed, M. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Development of National Waste-Database for Construction Sustainability: Phase-I

  Bahraq, A. (PI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI), Kalimur Rahman, M. (CoI), Morsy, M. (CoI), Mustafa, Y. (CoI), Assaggaf, R. (CoI) & Fasil, M. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Strength characterization of fiber-reinforced soft soil treated with industrial waste pozzolanic stabilizer under CO2 exposure

  Syed, M. (PI), Al-Shayea, N. (CoI), Abdulraheem, A. (CoI), Aziz, M. (CoI), Al-Shammari, A. (CoI) & Assaggaf, R. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Development of Nano-Modified Cement Composites using Novel Nanomaterials

  Assaggaf, R. (PI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI), Bahraq, A. (CoI) & Onaizi, S. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Paper Waste in Concrete: A Sustainable Approach

  Tee, K. F. (PI), Al Fakih, A. (CoI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI), Joseph, J. (CoI), Fasil, M. (CoI) & Siddique , S. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Cement kiln dust and red mud-based hydraulic and non-hydraulic binders

  Khalid, H. R. (PI), Al Fakih, A. (CoI), Tee, K. F. (CoI), Siddique , S. (CoI), Assaggaf, R. (CoI) & Akhtar, M. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Mechanical Properties of Asphalt Mixture with Industrial Waste Material as Alternative Filler in Asphalt Mixture

  Babalghaith, A. M. (PI), Al-Abdulwahab, H. (CoI), Al-Juhani, A.-H. (CoI), Rafiq, W. (CoI) & Baig, M. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• LCA-Driven Concrete Revolution: Upcycling RO Membrane Waste in Saudi Arabia

  Elnakar, H. (PI), Khan, M. F. (CoI) & Assaggaf, R. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• CO2 sequestration potential of concrete waste slurry-substituted cementitious binders

  Khalid, H. R. (PI), Ahmad, S. (CoI), Hanif, A. (CoI), Adekunle, S. (CoI), Siddique , S. (CoI) & Zahid, U. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Development of Smart and 3D-printable Waste-derived Materials for Geotechnical Applications

  Aziz, M. (PI), Naqvi, S. U. A. (CoI), Ali, U. (CoI), Khalid, H. R. (CoI), Mazher, K. M. (CoI) & Mustafa, Y. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research

• Advancing Sustainable Strategies for Corrosion Inhibitors in Steel-Concrete Systems

  Bahraq, A. (PI), Obot, I. (CoI), Al-Osta, M. (CoI) & Ankah, N. (CoI)

  1/01/24 → 31/12/25

  Project: Research