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Deepankar Ashish BTech, MEng, PhD

Dr Deepankar Ashish

(he/him)

BTech, MEng, PhD

Research Associate

School of Engineering

Email
AshishD@cardiff.ac.uk
Campuses
Queen's Buildings - South Building, Room S/0.45(44A), 5 The Parade, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 3AA

Overview

Dr. Deepankar Kumar Ashish is a distinguished Research Associate at the Physical Sciences and Engineering college of School of Engineering - Cardiff University. He is renowned for his contributions to academia and his exceptional expertise in the field. As an esteemed member of various international scientific commissions, including the American Chemical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry, American Concrete Institute, American Society of Civil Engineers, RILEM Association, and ASTM International, he has firmly established himself as a prominent figure in the scientific community.

His impressive academic portfolio boasts over 50 high-impact and high-quality publications, with 32 of them being in prestigious journals indexed in Web of Science. These publications have garnered significant recognition, evident by the remarkable 1700 citations to his name. Dr. Ashish's scholarly achievements are further underscored by his current h-index of 21 in Google Scholar and 17 in Web of Science.

He has authored 38 articles in esteemed journals, presented 13 papers at conferences, and contributed to 6 books and journal editions as an editor for reputable publishing houses like Springer and Elsevier. Some of these publications have been co-authored with distinguished Prof. Jorge de Brito.

Dr. Ashish's commitment to advancing the field of engineering extends to serving as a guest editor for special issues in renowned SCIE indexed journals, such as the Science of the Total Environment; Environmental Science and Pollution Research; Energy, Ecology and Environment; and Sustainability, among others.

Furthermore, he actively contributes to the academic community by serving as an associate editor for esteemed journals such as Energy, Ecology and Environment; Frontiers in Built Environment; and Journal of Building Materials and Structures. His dedication to upholding the rigor of academic research is evident in his role as a referee for several journals and as an editorial board member for Advances in Concrete Construction. Notably, he has meticulously handled more than 550 papers as an editor and has consistently demonstrated a thorough and insightful approach to reviewing papers.

With over a decade of research experience, Dr. Ashish's primary focus lies in the development of sustainable cement and concrete by leveraging recycled by-products and lightweight self-compacting concrete. His pioneering work in transforming industrial waste materials into viable construction materials aligns with the principles of the circular economy, offering innovative solutions to address sustainability challenges in the industry.

In summary, Dr. Deepankar Ashish is making substantial contributions to the scientific community through his prolific publications, distinguished editorial roles, and ground-breaking research in sustainable construction materials. His dedication to promoting the principles of the circular economy underscores his commitment to shaping a greener and more sustainable future for the construction industry.

Publication

2023

Articles

Research

Research Overview

Welcome to the vibrant world of Dr. Deepankar Kumar Ashish's research endeavors, where the pursuit of knowledge converges with a passion for sustainable solutions. Delve into the following sections to explore my current projects, recent collaborations, funding successes, and editorial contributions.

Research Interests

Dr. Ashish's primary research interests revolve around sustainable construction practices, focusing on the utilization of industrial by-products in concrete and mortars. His expertise extends to the following key areas:

- Sustainable construction
- Concrete technology
- Self–compacting concrete/High–performance concrete

Current Research Projects

1. WasteReBuilt – Transforming Waste into a Resource for the Built Environment
- Duration: August 2023 – Present
- Affiliation: School of Engineering, Cardiff University, United Kingdom
- Supervisor: Riccardo Maddalena and Fei Jin
- Objective: A circular approach to repurpose waste sand for sustainable construction practices.
- Keywords: Circular economy, waste transformation, built environment, sustainable construction.

2. Concrete Structures and Materials
- Duration: January 2021 – July 2023
- Affiliation: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Yonsei University, South Korea
- Supervisor: Minkwan Ju
- Focus: Research related to the development and enhancement of concrete structures and materials.
- Keywords: Concrete technology, structural engineering, materials science.

Thank you for exploring the facets of my research journey. For further details, feel free to follow the provided links and delve deeper into the exciting realms of sustainable construction, materials science, and environmental remediation.

Biography

  • 2021: PhD - Civil Engineering, Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, India. Thesis title: "Utilization of Waste Foundry Sand in Self-Compacting Concrete with Metakaolin as an Additive"
  • 2011: MEng - Civil Engineering (Structures), Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, India
  • 2008: BTech - Civil Engineering, Punjab Technical University, India
  • 2005: Diploma - Civil Engineering, Uttarakhand Board of Technical Education, Roorkee, India

Professional memberships

  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) since 2020
  • American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2020  
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI) since 2015 
  • Affiliate Member, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) since 2015    
  • Senior Member, RILEM, since 2017 

Academic positions

  • 2023 – present: Research Associate, School of Engineering, Cardiff University.
  • 2021 – 2023: Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Yonsei University South Korea.
  • 2016 – 2023: Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Maharaja Agrasen University, India.

Committees and reviewing

Committees and Reviewing Activities

Associate Editor/Subject Editor, Energy, Ecology and Environment

  • Duration: 2023–Current
  • Responsibilities: Serving as the Subject Editor for Energy, Ecology, and Environment, overseeing the editorial process and ensuring the publication of high-quality content in alignment with the journal's focus.

Associate Editor, Frontiers in Built Environment (Construction Materials section)

  • Duration: 2022–Current
  • Responsibilities: Holding the position of Associate Editor for the Construction Materials section of Frontiers in Built Environment, contributing to the journal's editorial decisions and fostering advancements in the field.

Guest Editor, Macromolecular Symposia - Special Issue on F-EIR Conference 2021

  • Duration: 2023
  • Collaborators: Kulvinder Singh and Surinder Kumar Mehta
  • Focus: Coordinating and editing a special issue on Environment Concerns and its Remediation, emphasizing Polymer Science.

Guest Editor, Science of the Total Environment - Special Issue on F-EIR Conference 2021

  • Duration: 2022
  • Collaborators: Ewa Korzeniewska and Jorge de Brito
  • Focus: Organizing a special issue on Environmental Restoration as part of the F-EIR Conference 2021.

Guest Editor, Environmental Science and Pollution Research - Special Issue on Environmental Sustainability and Remediation

  • Duration: 2022
  • Collaborators: Philippe Garrigues, Vineet Kumar, and Kulvinder Singh
  • Focus: Curating a special issue addressing Environmental Sustainability and Remediation in collaboration with renowned experts.

Guest Editor, Sustainability - Special Issue on Sustainability and Energy-Saving in Construction and Building Materials

  • Duration: 2022
  • Collaborator: Antonio Caggiano
  • Focus: Leading the editorial efforts for a special issue on Sustainability and Energy-Saving in the realm of Construction and Building Materials.

Managing Guest Editor, Materials Today Proceedings - Special Issue on F-EIR Conference 2021

  • Duration: 2022
  • Focus: Managing and editing a special issue dedicated to Environment Concerns and its Remediation, specifically focusing on Materials Science.

Editor, Environmental Concerns and Remediation - Springer International Publishing

  • Duration: 2022
  • Collaborator: Jorge de Brito
  • Focus: Editorial responsibilities for a comprehensive book addressing Environmental Concerns and Remediation.

Editor, Environmental Restoration - Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, Springer International Publishing

  • Duration: 2022
  • Collaborator: Jorge de Brito
  • Focus: Editorial responsibilities for a specialized book on Environmental Restoration within the domain of Civil Engineering.

Managing Guest Editor, Materials Today Proceedings - Special Issue on 3rd International Conference on Innovative Technologies for Clean and Sustainable Development

  • Duration: 2020
  • Collaborators: Jorge de Brito and Sanjay Kumar Sharma
  • Focus: Managing and editing a special issue on Innovative Technologies for Clean and Sustainable Development.

Editor, 3rd International Conference on Innovative Technologies for Clean and Sustainable Development - RILEM Bookseries, Springer International Publishing, 2021

  • Duration: 2020
  • Collaborators: Jorge de Brito and Sanjay Kumar Sharma
  • Focus: Editorial responsibilities for a book documenting the 3rd International Conference on Innovative Technologies for Clean and Sustainable Development.

Editorial Board Memberships

Subject Editor, Energy, Ecology and Environment

  • Duration: 2023–Current

Associate Editor, Frontiers in Built Environment (Construction Materials section)

  • Duration: 2022–Current

Editorial Board Member, Advances in Concrete Construction

  • Duration: 2017–Current

Reviewing Activities

Dr. Deepankar Kumar Ashish has actively participated in the reviewing process for numerous prestigious journals, including but not limited to:

  • ACI Materials Journal
  • ACI Structural Journal,
  • ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
  • ACS Omega,
  • ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
  • Advances in Cement Research,
  • Advances in Civil Engineering Materials,
  • Advances in Civil Engineering,
  • Advances in Concrete Construction,
  • Advances in Materials Research, An International Journal,
  • Advances in Materials Science and Engineering,
  • Applied Sciences
  • Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering,
  • Asia-Pacific Journal of Science and Technology,
  • Automation in Construction,
  • Building Research & Information,
  • Buildings
  • Case Studies in Construction Materials,
  • Cement, Wapno, Beton
  • Chemical Engineering Journal,
  • Civil Engineering Journal,
  • Cleaner Energy Systems,
  • Cleaner Engineering and Technology,
  • Cogent Engineering,
  • Composites and Advanced Materials,
  • Computers and Concrete,
  • Construction and Building Materials,
  • Crystals,
  • Developments in the Built Environment,
  • Energy and Buildings,
  • Engineered Science,
  • Engineering Journal,
  • Engineering Science,
  • Environment, Development and Sustainability,
  • Environmental Engineering and Management Journal
  • Environmental Science and Pollution Research,
  • Environmental Technology & Innovation,
  • Environmental Technology,
  • European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering,
  • Frontiers in Built Environment
  • Frontiers in Materials,
  • Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering,
  • Gels,
  • Geotechnical Testing Journal
  • IBRACON Structures and Materials Journal,
  • International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology
  • International Journal of Coal Preparation and Utilization,
  • International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials,
  • International Journal of Construction Management,
  • International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry,
  • International Journal of Materials Research (formerly Zeitschrift Fuer Metallkunde)
  • International Journal of Sustainable Engineering,
  • International Journal of Technology,
  • Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Civil Engineering,
  • Journal of Applied Life Sciences and Environment,
  • Journal of Asian Concrete Federation,
  • Journal of Building Engineering,
  • Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation
  • Journal of Civil Engineering and Management,
  • Journal of Cleaner Production,
  • Journal of Cold Regions Engineering - ASCE,
  • Journal of Computational Design and Engineering,
  • Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics,
  • Journal of Engineering and Applied Science,
  • Journal of Engineering,
  • Journal of Environmental Management,
  • Journal of Harbin Institute of Technology (New Series),
  • Journal of Hazardous Materials,
  • Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems,
  • Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering,
  • Journal of Materials Research and Technology,
  • Journal of Nanomaterials,
  • Journal of Nanoparticle Research,
  • Journal of Renewable Materials,
  • Journal of Safety and Sustainability,
  • Journal of Science and Technology
  • Journal of Sustainable Cement-Based Materials,
  • Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series A,
  • Journal of Zhejiang University SCIENCE A,
  • Journal on Civil Engineering (JCE),
  • Macromolecular Symposia,
  • Matéria (Rio de Janeiro),
  • Materials & Design,
  • Materials,
  • Nature Communications,
  • One Earth,
  • Open Journal of Civil Engineering,
  • Pertanika Journal of Science and Technology
  • Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers: Construction Materials,
  • Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Engineering Sustainability,
  • Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers: Ground Improvement,
  • Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science,
  • Recent Progress in Materials,
  • Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews,
  • Reviews on Advanced Materials Science,
  • Revista de la Construccion,
  • Science of the Total Environment,
  • Scientific Reports,
  • SN Applied Sciences,
  • Songklanakarin Journal of Science and Technology,
  • Structural Concrete,
  • Structures,
  • Sustainability,
  • Thermochimica Acta,
  • Turkish Journal of Civil Engineering,
  • Waste Management.

Research themes

Specialisms

  • Cement and Concrete Science
  • Sustainable Building Material

External profiles