Islamic Azad University | Iran
Dr. Mehran Akhavan Salmassi is a dedicated structural engineering researcher whose work focuses on advancing the safety, resilience, and performance of modern infrastructure systems. Holding a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the Islamic Azad University, Semnan Branch, he has developed a strong academic and research profile grounded in innovation, analytical rigor, and global engagement. His core areas of expertise include tall building engineering, structural control, and the development of high-performance structural systems capable of withstanding dynamic loads and extreme environmental conditions. Over the years, Dr. Salmassi has contributed significantly to the field through 18 peer-reviewed publications, reflecting both theoretical advancements and practical engineering solutions. His research also includes three recognized novelties, demonstrating his commitment to pioneering new methods and expanding current engineering knowledge. Dr. Salmassi actively contributes to the scientific community as a reviewer for three international journals, supporting the peer-review process and ensuring high-quality scholarly dissemination. His reputation as a knowledgeable and engaging scholar has earned him invitations as a speaker and distinguished speaker in more than 20 international conferences, where he has presented research findings, shared technical insights, and collaborated with experts across the globe. Through his growing academic footprint, he continues to foster meaningful collaborations that bridge research, industry practice, and societal needs. His work emphasizes the importance of innovation in structural engineering, particularly in the design of safe and sustainable tall buildings for rapidly developing urban environments. Driven by a passion for scientific excellence and public safety, Dr. Salmassi aims to contribute solutions that not only advance engineering practice but also inspire emerging researchers in the field.
Publications
Akhavan Salmassi, M., Kheyroddin, A., & Hemmati, A. (2020). Seismic behavior of end walls in RC tall buildings with torsional irregularity. Magazine of Civil Engineering, 97(07).
Salmassi, M. A., Kheyroddin, A., & Hemmati, A. (2024). Enhancement of the performance of two tall buildings with end shear walls using nonlinear time history analysis: A case study. Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Civil Engineering.
Akhavan Salmassi, M., Kheyroddin, A., & Hemmati, A. (2023). Evaluation of reinforced concrete tall buildings with end shear walls subjected to sequences far from the fault. Scientia Iranica.
Kheyroddin, A., & Akhavan Salmassi, M. (2018). Effect of end walls in tall buildings with square plan and flexural concrete frames under earthquake. In 7th National and 3rd International Conference on Modern Materials and Structural Systems.
Akhavan Salmassi, M., Kheyroddin, A., & Hemmati, A. (2021). Seismic behavior of tall buildings with end shear walls and opening. Journal of Seismology and Earthquake Engineering, 23(2), 55–70.
Akhavan Salmassi, M., Gerami, M., & Heidari Tafreshi, A. (2019). Evaluation of flexible steel frame structures with post-tensioned cables to sequences far from fault. Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering, 6(Special Issue 3), 221–234.