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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammet Karabulut | Civil Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University | Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammet Karabulut is a distinguished researcher in structural and earthquake engineering, with strong expertise in the seismic behavior of concrete and composite structures, dam safety, and the application of machine learning in structural analysis. His innovative studies bridge experimental and computational approaches, enhancing the understanding of reinforced concrete, fiber-reinforced polymers, and composite materials under static, dynamic, and environmental stresses. Dr. Karabulut has contributed significantly to the assessment and strengthening of roller-compacted concrete (RCC) and arch dams, the dynamic stability of large-scale structures, and the performance optimization of reinforced concrete systems using advanced analytical tools such as ANSYS, SAP2000, and MATLAB. His recent works extend into intelligent predictive modeling for material behavior and sustainability in civil engineering applications. With a growing research impact, Dr. Karabulut has earned 103 citations (Google Scholar), an h-index of 6, and an i10-index of 4, while Scopus records 61 citations across 48 documents, underscoring his academic influence and global research engagement. His publications in high-impact international journals, including Polymers, Buildings, Sustainability, and Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, reflect his multidisciplinary approach and contribution to engineering innovation. Recognized for his scientific excellence, Dr. Karabulut stands out as a nominee for the Best Research Article Award, exemplifying rigorous scholarship, technological advancement, and dedication to improving structural safety and performance through cutting-edge research.

Publication Profile

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Featured Publications

Karabulut, M. (2025). Nonlinear load-deflection analysis of steel rebar-reinforced concrete beams: Experimental, theoretical and machine learning analysis. Buildings, 15(3), 432

Karabulut, M. (2025). Machine learning-driven flexural performance prediction and experimental investigation of glass fiber-reinforced polymer bar-reinforced concrete beams. Polymers, 17(6), 713.

Mani, M., Murugaiyan, T., Shanmugam, V., & Karabulut, M. (2024). Mechanical and quasi-static puncture behavior of hybrid glass/Kevlar/carbon fiber laminate composites with graphene nanoparticles. Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, 31(30), 13110–13120.

Morales-Esteban, A., Alpañés, J. L. J., Castillo, P., & Karabulut, M. (2024). Dynamic analysis of the Almagrera tailings dam with dry closure condition. Sustainability, 16(4), 1607.

Karabulut, M., & Kartal, M. E. (2020). Seismic analysis of roller compacted concrete dams considering effect of viscous boundary conditions. Computers and Concrete, 25(3), 255–266.

Muhammet Karabulut | Civil Engineering | Best Research Article Award

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