A/Pr Ali Mirzaghorbanali
| Name | A/Pr Ali Mirzaghorbanali |
|---|---|
| Email Address | ali.mirzaghorbanali@unisq.edu.au |
| Job Title | Associate Professor (Geotechnical Engineering) |
| Qualifications | BEng Isfahan UT, MPWE Curtin, PhD Wollongong |
| Department | School of Engineering |
| Affiliations | Centre for Future Materials |
| ORCID | https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7967-9233 |
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Biography
A/Prof Ali Mirzaghorbanali is an accomplished and highly awarded researcher, renowned for his prolific contributions to the fields of Geomechanics, Resource Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Geotechnical Engineering, and Mining Engineering. With a remarkable publication record that includes around 100 technical papers published in leading journals and international conferences, his work has received widespread recognition and has been honoured with Publication Excellence Awards from the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) in 2020 and 2018.
A/Prof Mirzaghorbanali's excellence extends beyond publications, earning him prestigious awards such as the UniSQ Excellence Award for Early Career Researcher in 2020 and at the faculty level in 2019. His recognition also includes the Pitch Club Presentation Award and the Wiley Better Future Award in 2018. Since completing his Ph.D., he has authored approximately 40 peer-reviewed journal publications, with an impressive 85% of them featured in top-ranked journals with an impact factor of over 6.
His research focuses on critical aspects of mining sustainability, sustainable and amended concrete and shotcrete technology, resin and grout development, environmentally friendly and sustainable cementitious grout for geotechnical engineering, circular economy applications, rock bolting and cable bolting technology, fibreglass rock bolting, composite rock bolt manufacturing, sensing technologies for rock bolting and cable bolting, rock joints, rock strength properties, and numerical simulations using advanced software.
A/Prof Mirzaghorbanali's scholarly impact is evident through his impressive citation metrics: 900 citations, an H-index of 16, and an i10-index of 24 in Google Scholar Citations. His m-index, reflecting productivity, stands at 1.78, a testament to his success as a researcher.
Beyond academia, A/Prof Mirzaghorbanali is a sought-after consultant, contributing his expertise to high-profile projects like the national Snowy Hydro (Snowy 2.0) initiative, alongside collaborations with industry giants like Jennmar Australia, Minova, DSI Underground, Rio Tinto, and BHP. His consultancy work aligns with his commitment to translating research outcomes into practical guidelines and products for the mining and geotechnical industries.
As a project leader, A/Prof Mirzaghorbanali has spearheaded numerous national ACARP projects, Regional Collaboration Funding Scheme initiatives, and industry-supported projects, amassing a total value exceeding $4.6 million. His leadership in delivering high-value research projects, coupled with his commitment to the practical application of research findings, positions A/Prof Ali Mirzaghorbanali as a leading figure in the field, making impactful contributions to both academia and industry.
Employment
| Position | Organisation | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/Prof in Geotechnical Engineering | University of Southern Queensland | 2023 | |
| Senior Lecturer in Geotechnical Engineering | University of Southern Queensland | 2019 | 2023 |
| Lecturer in Geotechnical Engineering | University of Southern Queensland | 2017 | 2019 |
| Research Fellow in Geotechnical Engineering | University of Wollongong | 2013 | 2017 |
| Doctoral Student in Geotechnical Engineering | University of Wollongong | 2010 | 2013 |
Expertise
Critical aspects of mining sustainability, concrete and shotcrete technology, resin and grout development, environmentally friendly cementitious grout for geotechnical engineering, circular economy applications, rock bolting and cable bolting technology, fibreglass rock bolting, composite rock bolt manufacturing, sensing technologies for rock bolting and cable bolting, rock joints, rock strength properties, and numerical simulations using advanced software.
Teaching
CIV2403: geology and geomechanics
CIV2901: geology and geomechanics practice
ENG3104: engineering simulation and computation
ENG8412: Course coordinator
ENG8411-8412: research project
Fields of Research
- 400502. Civil geotechnical engineering
- 401902. Geomechanics and resources geotechnical engineering
- 401905. Mining engineering
Professional Membership
| Professional Membership | Year |
|---|---|
| MIEAust, CPEng, NER | |
| Visiting fellow of school of Civil, Mining and Environmental Engineering, University of Wollongong |
BEng
Isfahan UT
2007
MPWE
Curtin
2009
PhD
Wollongong
2014
Supervision Interests
External supervisor to PhD students at the University of Wollongong
Current Supervisions
| Research Title | Supervisor Type | Level of Study | Commenced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axial load transfer mechanisms of cable bolts under dynamic loading | Associate Supervisor | Doctoral | 2018 |
| Environmentally friendly amended shotcrete mixtures utilising tailings and fly ash for the benefit of geotechnical and mining industry | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2024 |
| A proposal to study the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly grout product for geotechnical industry using plastic waste | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Unified elasto-viscoplastic model to estimate time-dependent failure of Holocene Alluvium in Southeast Queensland, Australia | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Logical Investigation into Inventory control in construction management | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Towards the development of a ¿user-friendly¿ one-part geopolymer-based binder cured at ambient conditions as an alternative to ordinary Portland cement-based binders | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Development of amended grout products using waste materials for mining applications | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Shear strength properties of rock joints under constant normal stiffness and cyclic loading conditions | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2022 |
| Improved understanding of the rock bolt performance and its load transfer capacity | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2022 |
| Axial load transfer mechanisms of rock bolt | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2022 |
Completed Supervisions
| Research Title | Supervisor Type | Level of Study | Completed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation of the behaviour of rock bolts and tendons in shear under static and dynamic loading conditions | Associate | Doctoral | 2017 |
| Shear Behaviour of Fibreglass Rock Bolts for Ground Reinforcement | Associate Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| Axial Load Transfer Mechanism of Rock Bolts | Principal Supervisor | Doctoral | 2023 |
| AXIAL PERFORMANCE OF CABLE BOLTS UNDER VARIOUS BONDING AND LOADING CONDITIONS | Associate Supervisor | Doctoral | 2022 |
| Stability analysis of tunnels and underground openings | Associate Supervisor | Doctoral | 2020 |
| Numerical investigation of sinkhole stability in undrained clay | Associate Supervisor | Masters | 2019 |
| Project title | Details | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Development of Carbon Fibre Reinforcement Bolt (Carbolt) to replace steel bolt | ACARP | 2023 |
| Investigating the performance of mining machinery in open cut mines | Australian mining industry | 2023 |
| Development of amended and environmentally friendly grout product for mining industry | Sustainable Industry Manufacturing Planning for Long-term Ecosystems (SIMPLE) Hub | 2022 |
| Improving sustainability of mining industry - development of sustainable products for the mining and geotechnical industry | Industry supported project - research project | 2022 |
| Investigating the elongation behaviour of sheath protected bolt | Snowy 2 project | 2022 |
| Development of a numerical modelling approach to better understand the effect of cable bolt performance on roof failure mechanisms in varying rock mass conditions | ACARP | 2018 |
| Shear testing of major Australian cable bolts using large scale direct shear testing machine | ACARP | 2015 |
| Date | Name | Awarding organisation | Underpinning research |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Scholarships – Master of Petroleum Engineering | Curtin Uni | |
| 2010 | HDR scholarships | University of Wollongong | |
| 2014 | PhD thesis commendations from external reviewers | University of Wollongong | |
| 2018 | Pitch Club Presentation Award | UniSQ | |
| 2018 | Wiley Better Future Award | Wiley/UniSQ | |
| 2018 | Excellence in My Opinion rating – School of Civil Engineering and Surveying | UniSQ | |
| 2018 | Best publication award – School of Civil Engineering and Surveying | UniSQ | |
| 2019 | MIEAust, CPEng NER Australia | Engineers Australia | |
| 2019 | Excellence in Early Career Research – HES | UniSQ | |
| 2020 | Excellence in My Opinion rating – School of Civil Engineering and Surveying | UniSQ | |
| 2020 | Best publication award – School of Civil Engineering and Surveying | UniSQ | |
| 2020 | Excellence in Early Career Research -University level | UniSQ | |
| 2021 | Letter of Commendation for teaching quality – Executive Dean | UniSQ | |
| 2021 | Value Champion Award | UniSQ | |
| 2022 | Letter of Commendation for teaching quality – Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affair) | UniSQ | |
| 2023 | Team building award | Centre for Future Materials ( |
| Item reviewed | Year |
|---|---|
| Editorial board of Geotechnical and Geological Engineering Journal | 2023 |
| Editorial board of Mining and Environment | 2018 |
| Editorial board and advisory committees of Resource Operators Conference | 2017 |
| Journal of Industrial Safety | 2023 |