Innovative Research Award
Hemalatha Karri
Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology
| Hemalatha Karri |
| Affiliation |
Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology |
| Country |
India |
| Scopus ID |
57211855655 |
| Documents |
35 |
| Citations |
146 |
| h-index |
4 |
| Subject Area |
Structural Engineering |
| Event Name |
Global Civil Engineering Awards |
Hemalatha Karri is a researcher affiliated with Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology in India. Her academic profile is associated with research indexed in Scopus, with the supplied bibliometric record indicating 35 documents, 146 citations and an h-index of 4. This article presents her research profile in the context of structural engineering and outlines its potential relevance to the Innovative Research Award at the Global Civil Engineering Awards. The bibliometric figures are based on the information provided for this profile and should be verified against the current Scopus author record before publication or formal evaluation.[1]
Abstract
Hemalatha Karri is affiliated with Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology, India, and has a research profile associated with structural engineering. The bibliometric information supplied for this article records 35 research documents, 146 citations and an h-index of 4 in Scopus. These indicators provide a quantitative overview of indexed scholarly output and citation activity but do not independently establish the originality, quality or practical significance of individual studies. This profile considers the relationship between her documented research record and the objectives of the Innovative Research Award at the Global Civil Engineering Awards, subject to verification of publications, research contributions and award eligibility requirements.[1][2]
Keywords
Structural engineering; civil engineering; innovative research; academic publications; research impact; bibliometric indicators; Scopus author profile; citation analysis; Global Civil Engineering Awards.
Introduction
Structural engineering is a branch of civil engineering concerned with the analysis, design, assessment and performance of structures subjected to different loads and environmental conditions. Research in this field can contribute to structural safety, durability, resource efficiency and the development of improved engineering methods. Academic assessment therefore considers not only publication and citation metrics but also technical originality, methodological quality and demonstrated relevance to engineering practice. Hemalatha Karri’s supplied Scopus indicators provide an initial basis for reviewing her scholarly record, while individual publications and verified research outcomes are needed to establish the nature and significance of her contributions.[1][3]
Research Profile
The supplied academic information identifies Hemalatha Karri as being affiliated with Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology in India, with structural engineering listed as the relevant subject area. Her reported Scopus record contains 35 documents and 146 citations, with an h-index of 4. The Scopus author identifier, 57211855655, provides a route to the indexed profile for further examination. These values should be treated as a dated bibliometric snapshot because database coverage, citation counts, author attribution and indexing records can change over time.[1]
Research Contributions
Research contributions in structural engineering may include improvements in analytical modelling, structural materials, computational techniques, experimental testing, structural assessment or methods for enhancing safety and performance. However, the supplied information does not identify specific papers, research methods, patents, projects or validated engineering applications attributable to Hemalatha Karri. Accordingly, no particular technical innovation is asserted here. A reliable account of her contributions should be developed from verified publications and supporting evidence that explains the research problem, the method introduced, the results obtained and the contribution’s distinction from existing approaches.[1][3]
Publications
The supplied Scopus information reports 35 documents associated with the researcher’s author profile. These records may include different types of indexed scholarly output, and the total should not automatically be interpreted as 35 original research articles. A complete publication assessment should examine article titles, author order, publication venues, publication years, abstracts and DOI identifiers. Cross-checking individual records against publisher pages and the Scopus author profile can help confirm authorship and identify the publications most relevant to structural engineering and the proposed award category.[1]
Research Impact
The supplied citation count of 146 and h-index of 4 offer quantitative indicators of the researcher’s indexed scholarly visibility. An h-index of 4 generally means that at least four publications in the relevant dataset have each received at least four citations, provided the reported value is calculated according to the conventional definition. Citation indicators are influenced by research field, publication age, database coverage and citation practices, so they should be interpreted alongside the substance and quality of individual works. Evidence of practical engineering applications, independent adoption, collaboration or societal benefit would provide additional context for assessing research impact.[1][4]
Award Suitability
The Innovative Research Award, presented in the context of the Global Civil Engineering Awards, provides a recognition framework for evaluating research innovation and contributions relevant to civil engineering. Hemalatha Karri’s stated institutional affiliation, structural engineering subject area and supplied bibliometric record provide preliminary information for a nomination profile. Nevertheless, publication and citation totals alone cannot establish award suitability or confirm selection. A substantive evaluation should consider documented originality, methodological soundness, research outcomes, relevance to structural engineering, supporting evidence and compliance with the organiser’s current eligibility and submission requirements.[1][2]
Conclusion
Hemalatha Karri’s supplied academic profile identifies an affiliation with Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology in India and a research classification in structural engineering. The reported Scopus record of 35 documents, 146 citations and an h-index of 4 offers an initial quantitative overview of her indexed scholarly activity. A comprehensive assessment of her research achievements and suitability for the Innovative Research Award requires verification of the underlying bibliographic data and examination of specific technical contributions. Linking the profile to documented research outcomes will provide a more transparent and academically grounded basis for recognition.
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Hemalatha Karri, Author ID 57211855655. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57211855655
- Global Civil Engineering Awards. (2026). Official award website. Organiser’s website for information on award categories, nominations and event requirements.
https://civilengineeringawards.com/
- Assessment of flexural behaviour and a novel deformability approach of concrete beams reinforced with GFRP and steel bars – A digital image correlation technique.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2025.108412
- Synergic effect of GFRP and steel reinforcement on the flexural performance of normal and high-strength concrete beams: a novel deformability approach.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s41024-025-00739-w.