School of Engineering


TypeDepartment/Institute
Faculty/DepartmentAcademic Affairs
HeadA/Pr Weena Lokuge
Prof Prasad Yarlagadda
Director of ResearchA/Pr Weena Lokuge

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Which dominates CO2 to CO electroreduction from low to industrial current density: Catalyst activity or CO2 availability?
Chen, Guoliang, Hong, Min, Ma, Beibei, kuang, Yizhu, Rabiee, Hesamoddin, Xu, Xiaomin, Dorosti, Fatereh, Yan, Penghui, Shah, Nilam, Nanjundan, Ashok Kumar, Zhu, Zhonghua, Wang, Hao and Ge, Lei. 2026. "Which dominates CO2 to CO electroreduction from low to industrial current density: Catalyst activity or CO2 availability?" Applied Catalysis B: Environment and Energy. 381. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apcatb.2025.125902

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Biological skin-inspired damage warning and self-healing thermoelectric aerogel fiber via coaxial wet spinning for wearable temperature sensing
He, Hualing, Jiang, Qing, Wan, Yuhang, Mia, Md Hasib, Qu, Xueru, Zhou, Mi, He, Xingyu, Li, Xiaoqian, Hong, Min, Yu, Zhicai and Huo, Siqi. 2026. "Biological skin-inspired damage warning and self-healing thermoelectric aerogel fiber via coaxial wet spinning for wearable temperature sensing." Journal of Materials Science and Technology. 250, pp. 257-271. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmst.2025.06.038

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Ageing bridges around the world are at risk of collapse. But there's a simple way to safeguard them
Nguyen, Andy. 2025. "Ageing bridges around the world are at risk of collapse. But there's a simple way to safeguard them." The Conversation.

Blog

Ion-wind Powered Boat using a novel wire-dielectric water system
Mai, Ngoc Luan, Nguyen, Tuan-Khoa, Tran, Canh-Dung, Vu, Trung-Hieu, Dinh, Thien Xuan, Nguyen, Nam-Trung, Dao, Dzung Viet and Dau, Van Thanh. 2025. "Ion-wind Powered Boat using a novel wire-dielectric water system." Sensors and Actuators A: Physical. 383. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sna.2024.116187

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Shape memory polymer composite based thin shell structures for modular construction of deployable lunar habitats
Jayalath, Henaka Thenennehelage Sandaruwan. 2025. Shape memory polymer composite based thin shell structures for modular construction of deployable lunar habitats. PhD by Publication Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zzz76

PhD by Publication

Development of a low carbon emission composite sandwich panel
Islam, Md Ashiqu. 2025. Development of a low carbon emission composite sandwich panel. Masters Thesis Master of Research. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zzy5q

Masters Thesis

Experimental Evaluation of Sleeved Rock Bolts for Corrosion Resistance and Load Transfer Performance in Underground Reinforcement
Mottahedi, Adel, Aziz, Naj, Remennikov, Alex, Mirzaghorbanali, Ali and Shan, Zhenjun. 2025. "Experimental Evaluation of Sleeved Rock Bolts for Corrosion Resistance and Load Transfer Performance in Underground Reinforcement." Geotechnical and Geological Engineering: an international journal. 43. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-025-03412-8

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Muti-band Morlet mutual information functional connectivity for classifying Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia with a deep learning technique
Shen, Mingkan, Wen, Peng, Song, Bo and Li, Yan. 2025. "Muti-band Morlet mutual information functional connectivity for classifying Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia with a deep learning technique." Computers in Biology and Medicine. 197 (Part A). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiomed.2025.111041

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Intercrystalline Defect Healing in Polycrystalline MOF Membranes by Pressurized Counter-diffusion Secondary Growth
Dorosti, Fatereh, Ge, Lei, Aziz, Shazed, Bell, John and Zhu, Zhonghua. 2025. "Intercrystalline Defect Healing in Polycrystalline MOF Membranes by Pressurized Counter-diffusion Secondary Growth." Journal of Membrane Science. 736. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.memsci.2025.124606

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Sustainable macadamia nutshell-based particulate composites: Mechanical performance and application potential in structural materials
Islam, Md Mainul, Bode, Rajesh Reddy, Dumaru, Sanjay Shrestha and Singh, Onkar Deep. 2025. "Sustainable macadamia nutshell-based particulate composites: Mechanical performance and application potential in structural materials." Journal of Sustainable Smart Materials and Structural Systems (JSSMSS) . 1, pp. 1-8.

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Development of novel composite core using powdered macadamia nutshell and its sandwich structures for building and other engineering applications
Islam, Md Mainul, Chowdhury, Sutirtha and Khan, Md Sefat. 2025. "Development of novel composite core using powdered macadamia nutshell and its sandwich structures for building and other engineering applications." Materials. 18 (18). https://doi.org/10.3390/ma18184369

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A modified suction caisson penetrating in clay simulated by large deformation method
Zhao, Zihao, Han, Jing-chun, Shiau, Jim, Ke, Li-jun and Li, Da-yong. 2025. "A modified suction caisson penetrating in clay simulated by large deformation method ." Marine Georesources and Geotechnology. https://doi.org/10.1080/1064119X.2025.2540077

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Dynamic behavior and deformation of calcareous sand under cyclic loading
Yuan, Bingxiang, Huang, Xianlun, Li, Runcheng, Luo, Qingzi, Shiau, Jim, Wang, Yonghong, Yuan, Junhong, Sabri, Sabri Mohanad Muayad, Huang, Shiyuan and Liao, Cheng. 2025. "Dynamic behavior and deformation of calcareous sand under cyclic loading." Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering. 199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soildyn.2025.109730

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Effects of particle size on properties of engineering muck-based geopolymers: Optimization through sieving treatment
Yuan, Bingxiang, Huang, Xianlun, Huang, Qingyu, Shiau, Jim, Liang, Jingkang, Zhang, Baifa, Zheng, Junjie, Fahimizadeh, Mohammad and Sabri, Mohanad Muayad. 2025. "Effects of particle size on properties of engineering muck-based geopolymers: Optimization through sieving treatment ." Construction and Building Materials. 492. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2025.142967

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Spatial-temporal evolution prediction of train-induced settlement in railway transition zone using a simplified iterative framework
Peng, Borong, Van Dalen, Karel N., Li, Zheng, Kaewunruen, Sakdirat, Xu, Lei, Shiau, Jim and Lu, Tao. 2025. "Spatial-temporal evolution prediction of train-induced settlement in railway transition zone using a simplified iterative framework." Journal of Sound and Vibration. 619. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsv.2025.119360

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Enzyme-induced carbonate precipitation technique for reinforcing underwater sand bed: A feasibility study based on model tests
Jiang, Qi-Wu, Huang, Ming, Shiau, Jim S., Yang, Ling, Cui, Ming-Juan, Jin, Gui-Xiao, Huang, Bin-Cai and Zhang, Xiao-Ping. 2025. "Enzyme-induced carbonate precipitation technique for reinforcing underwater sand bed: A feasibility study based on model tests." Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrmge.2025.03.035

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An unsupervised incremental learning model to predict geological conditions for earth pressure balance shield tunneling
Zhen, Jiajie, Lai, Fengwen, Shiau, Jim S., Huang, Ming, Lu, Yao and Lin, Jinhua. 2025. "An unsupervised incremental learning model to predict geological conditions for earth pressure balance shield tunneling ." Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrmge.2024.12.018

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Effect of Rotating Detonation on a Ramjet Inlet in Mach 4 Free-Jet Experiments
Grybk, Maciej, Buttsworth, David, Moran, Jeremy, Zander, Fabian, Brennan, Steve, Malpress, Ray, Birch, Byrenn and Webb, Alister. 2025. "Effect of Rotating Detonation on a Ramjet Inlet in Mach 4 Free-Jet Experiments." AIAA Aviation Forum and Ascend 2025. Las Vegas, United States 21 - 25 Jul 2025 https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2025-3187

Paper

Ion-Dipole Interaction Driven Alumina-Coated Polyethylene Separator with Enhanced Wettability for High-Performance Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries
Ahmed, Nashaat, Rakov, Dmitrii A., Liu, Yang, Feng, Jiayou, Chen, Shuimei, Wu, Yuzheng, Cheng, Yongle, Nanjundan, Ashok Kumar, Yu, Chengzhong and Huang, Xiaodan. 2025. "Ion-Dipole Interaction Driven Alumina-Coated Polyethylene Separator with Enhanced Wettability for High-Performance Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries." Nano Letters. 25 (32), p. 12326–12333. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.nanolett.5c02955

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From Flue Gas to Syngas: Composite Electrode Based on Ionic Liquid and Microporous Polymer for MEA-Based CO2 Electrolysis
Rabiee, Hesamoddin, Dutta, Abhijit, Yan, Penghui, Ge, Lei, Dorosti, Fatereh, Yu, Xin, Rieder, Alain and Broekmann, Peter. 2025. "From Flue Gas to Syngas: Composite Electrode Based on Ionic Liquid and Microporous Polymer for MEA-Based CO2 Electrolysis." Angewandte Chemie. https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.202513103

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Age-Dependent Finite Element Analysis of Microneedle Penetration into Human Skin: Influence of Insertion Velocity, and Microneedle's Geometry and Material
Azarikhah, Pouria, Saifullah, Khaled Mohammed and Faraji Rad, Zahra. 2025. "Age-Dependent Finite Element Analysis of Microneedle Penetration into Human Skin: Influence of Insertion Velocity, and Microneedle's Geometry and Material." Macromolecular Materials and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1002/mame.202500123

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The Potential of Virtual Reality-Based Multisensory Interventions in Enhancing Cognitive Function in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review
Mehrinejad Khotbehsara, Maryam, Soar, Jeffrey, Lokuge, Sachithra, Khotbehsara, Elham Mehrinejad and Ip, Wing Keung. 2025. "The Potential of Virtual Reality-Based Multisensory Interventions in Enhancing Cognitive Function in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review." Journal of Clinical Medicine. 14 (15). https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14155475

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Rheological, mechanical and fire resistance performance of waste glass activated geopolymers for concrete 3D printing
Ramakrishnan, Sayanthan, Pasupathy, Kirubajiny, Manalo, Allan C. and Sanjayan, Jay. 2025. "Rheological, mechanical and fire resistance performance of waste glass activated geopolymers for concrete 3D printing." Journal of Sustainable Cement-Based Materials. https://doi.org/10.1080/21650373.2025.2529994

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Evaluating Safety Impact of Roundabouts: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Somasundaraswaran, S., Ambuldeniyage, S. and Amalan, T.. 2025. "Evaluating Safety Impact of Roundabouts: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." 29th Annual Technological Advances in Science, Medicine, and Engineering (TASME) Conference. Scarborough, Canada 05 - 06 Jul 2025 Canada.

Presentation

Unexplained Spike: Investigating the 2022 Road Fatalities in Tasmania
Siale, Vili and Somasundaraswaran, Kathirgamalingam. 2025. "Unexplained Spike: Investigating the 2022 Road Fatalities in Tasmania." 29th Annual Technological Advances in Science, Medicine, and Engineering (TASME) Conference. Scarborough, Canada 05 - 06 Jul 2025 Canada.

Presentation

Flexural Behaviour, Cracking, and Serviceability of Sustainable RC Beams with Waste Glass Fine Aggregate and Pond Ash
Fernando, V., Lokuge, W., Gunasekara, C. and Wang, H.. 2025. "Flexural Behaviour, Cracking, and Serviceability of Sustainable RC Beams with Waste Glass Fine Aggregate and Pond Ash." Engineering Structures. 343 (Part B). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engstruct.2025.121122

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Syntactic Foams and Foam Core Composites
Islam, Md Mainul and Arthanayake, Chayana. 2025. "Syntactic Foams and Foam Core Composites." International Experts Summit on Material Science (IESMSSO2025). London, United Kingdom 04 - 06 Aug 2025 United Kingdom.

Keynote

Assessing Spatial Digital Twins for Oil and Gas Projects: An Informed Argument Approach Using ISO/IEC 25010 Model
Bhandari, Sijan and Paudyal, Dev Raj. 2025. "Assessing Spatial Digital Twins for Oil and Gas Projects: An Informed Argument Approach Using ISO/IEC 25010 Model." ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information. 14 (8). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi14080294

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DoA Assessment Based on EEG DFA and Entropy Features
Chen, Xing, Song, Bo and Wen, Peng. 2025. "DoA Assessment Based on EEG DFA and Entropy Features." Brain Informatics 2024. Bangkok Singapore. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-3297-8_6

Paper

A Trajectory Planning and Tracking Method Based on Deep Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning
Zhang, Jiajie, Ye, Bao-Lin, Wang, Xin, Li, Lingxi and Song, Bo. 2025. "A Trajectory Planning and Tracking Method Based on Deep Hierarchical Reinforcement Learning." Journal of Intelligent and Connected Vehicles. 8 (2). https://doi.org/10.26599/JICV.2025.9210056

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Hydrothermal liquefaction: A promising technology for renewable energy and environmental clean-up applications
Pham, Hong Duc, Shelley, Tristan, Burey, Paulomi Polly, Feldman, Jessica and Helwig, Andreas. 2025. "Hydrothermal liquefaction: A promising technology for renewable energy and environmental clean-up applications." Biomass and Bioenergy. 201. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2025.108151

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Axial load transfer mechanisms of rock bolts with modified surface profiles for various geotechnical conditions
Motallebiyan, Amin. 2025. Axial load transfer mechanisms of rock bolts with modified surface profiles for various geotechnical conditions. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland. https://doi.org/10.26192/zyvz4

PhD Thesis

Impact of CO2 and methane adsorption and emission on coalss mechanical properties and pillar stability: Implications for ECBM and CO2 sequestration
Ardehjani, Emad Ansari, Ataei, Mohammad, Sereshki, Farhang, Mirzaghorbanali, Ali and Aziz, Naj. 2025. "Impact of CO2 and methane adsorption and emission on coalss mechanical properties and pillar stability: Implications for ECBM and CO2 sequestration." Energy. 333. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2025.137438

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Integrating advanced data imputation techniques and machine learning models to develop a predictive model for compressive strength of geopolymer concrete
Rathnayaka, Madushan, Wijesundara, Kushan, Gunasekara, Chamila, Law, David W., Karunasinghe, Dulakshi and Lokuge, Weena. 2025. "Integrating advanced data imputation techniques and machine learning models to develop a predictive model for compressive strength of geopolymer concrete." Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering. 25. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43452-025-01254-y

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Sustainable Mortar with Waste Glass and Fly Ash: Impact of Glass Aggregate Size and Life-Cycle Assessment
Fernando, Vimukthi, Lokuge, Weena, Seligmann, Hannah, Wang, Hao and Gunasekara, Chamila. 2025. "Sustainable Mortar with Waste Glass and Fly Ash: Impact of Glass Aggregate Size and Life-Cycle Assessment." Recycling. 10 (4). https://doi.org/10.3390/recycling10040133

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Probabilistic analysis of bearing capacity for sand overlying spatially random clay
Z., Zhao, J., Wang, Shiau, Jim and T., Nguyen. 2025. "Probabilistic analysis of bearing capacity for sand overlying spatially random clay." Ocean Engineering. 334. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.121630

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Effects of flocculants on in–situ recycling potential of waste EPB shield muck with residual foams
Lu, Yao, Huang, Ming, Shiau, Jim S., Lai, Fengwen and Peng, Liqian. 2025. "Effects of flocculants on in–situ recycling potential of waste EPB shield muck with residual foams." Soils and Foundations. 65 (3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sandf.2025.101625

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Predicting the uplift capacity of circular anchors in frictional-cohesive soils using Kolmogorov-Arnold networks
Vu-Hoang, Tran, Nguyen, Tan, Shiau, Jim, Pham-Tran-Hung, Thinh and Nguyen-Thoi, Trung. 2025. "Predicting the uplift capacity of circular anchors in frictional-cohesive soils using Kolmogorov-Arnold networks." Scientific Reports. 15 (1). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-98945-6

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Data-driven surrogate modeling of seismic uplift capacity for strip anchors in frictional–cohesive soils with surcharge using isogeometric analysis
Nguyen-Minh, Toan, Bui-Ngoc, Tram, Shiau, Jim, Nguyen, Tan and Nguyen-Thoi, Trung. 2025. "Data-driven surrogate modeling of seismic uplift capacity for strip anchors in frictional–cohesive soils with surcharge using isogeometric analysis." Ocean Engineering. 336. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.121769

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AirQuaNet: A Convolutional Neural Network Model With Multi-Scale Feature Learning and Attention Mechanisms for Air Quality-Based Health Impact Prediction
Chadalavada, Sreeni, Yaman, Suleyman, Sengur, Abdulkadir, Deo, Ravinesh C., Hafeez-Baig, Abdul, Kolbe-Alexander, Tracy, Sampathila, Niranjana and Acharya, U. Rajendra. 2025. "AirQuaNet: A Convolutional Neural Network Model With Multi-Scale Feature Learning and Attention Mechanisms for Air Quality-Based Health Impact Prediction." IEEE Access. 13, pp. 96261-96276. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2025.3574722

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