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Dr. Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh | Mining Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh, Curtin University, Australia

Dr. Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh is an accomplished mining engineer with expertise in intelligent mining, mine electrification, and sustainable resource management. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor at Curtin University’s WA School of Mines, where he contributes to innovative research in digital mining technologies and advanced rock mechanics. With a PhD in Mining Engineering from the University of Adelaide, his research focuses on AI-driven predictive models for rockburst risk assessment in underground mines. Dr. Shirani has published extensively on topics like mine tailings recovery, blasting optimization, and sustainable mining practices.

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Summary of Suitability for the “Research for Best Researcher Award” – Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh

Dr. Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh has an outstanding academic background and extensive experience in the field of mining engineering, making him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His research focuses on critical areas such as rockburst phenomena in deep underground mining, which has significant implications for safety and operations in the mining industry. His development of AI-based models and novel testing methodologies, as demonstrated in his doctoral work, has opened new frontiers in intelligent mining, especially in predicting and mitigating rockburst risks.

Β πŸŽ“Education

Dr. Shirani holds a PhD in Mining Engineering from the University of Adelaide, where his thesis explored AI-based models for predicting and controlling rockburst phenomena in deep underground mines. His MSc in Mining Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University focused on minimizing blast-induced ground vibrations using gene expression programming. During his BSc at the University of Kashan, he investigated methods for reducing the back-break phenomenon in Iran’s Sungun Copper Mine. His educational journey highlights his expertise in predictive modeling, experimental mechanics, and sustainable mining practices.

Β πŸ’Ό Experience

Dr. Shirani has held multiple academic and industry roles, including his current position as Assistant Professor at Curtin University’s WA School of Mines. He has served as an industry advisor for Fortescue Metals Group and was a research and teaching assistant at the University of Adelaide. His teaching portfolio covers advanced topics like rock excavation technology, mine automation, and slope engineering. In addition to academic contributions, Dr. Shirani has supervised numerous PhD and M.Phil. students in fields such as autonomous mining systems, rockburst early warning tools, and environmental impact assessments for deep-sea mining.

Β πŸ…Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Dr. Shirani has received recognition for his contributions to mining engineering and research excellence. He has been honored with multiple academic awards for his innovative work in intelligent mining systems and AI-driven rockburst models. His research on blasting operations and ground vibration prediction has garnered attention from industry and academia alike. Additionally, Dr. Shirani has played a key role in international mining conferences, where his contributions to sustainable mining and resource recovery have been highly regarded by peers and industry professionals.

🌍 Research Focus

Dr. Shirani’s research centers on cutting-edge mining technologies, focusing on areas like mine digitalization, autonomous systems, and AI-based predictive models. He is particularly interested in the electrification and decarbonization of mining operations, as well as sustainable mine rehabilitation and waste management. His work in the experimental analysis of rockburst behavior and mine tailings recovery has paved the way for advancements in mining safety and efficiency. He also explores alternative mining methods, such as deep-sea mining and asteroid mining, reflecting his forward-thinking approach to resource extraction.

Β πŸ“– Publications Top Notes

Forecasting blast-induced ground vibration developing a CART model
Cited by: 172
Prediction of ground vibration due to quarry blasting based on gene expression programming: a new model for peak particle velocity prediction
Cited by: 171
Prediction of the uniaxial compressive strength of sandstone using various modeling techniques
Cited by: 164
Combination of neural network and ant colony optimization algorithms for prediction and optimization of flyrock and back-break induced by blasting
Cited by: 153
Long-term prediction of rockburst hazard in deep underground openings using three robust data mining techniques
Cited by: 147
Dr. Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh | Mining Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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