Assoc. Prof. Dr. Keivan Narooei | Engineering | Editorial Board Member

K. N. Toosi University of Technology | Iran

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Early Academic Pursuits ✨

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Keivan Narooei's journey into the field of materials science and engineering began with a strong academic foundation. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology in 2002. With a keen interest in computational mechanics and finite element modeling, he pursued his Master of Science at the prestigious Sharif University of Technology, completing it in 2004. His academic dedication culminated in a Ph.D. in Finite Element Method (FEM) from the same institution in 2009. His doctoral studies equipped him with a profound understanding of mechanical behavior modeling, setting the stage for his future research contributions.

Professional Endeavors 🌟

Dr. Narooei has established himself as a leading academic and researcher in materials science. He currently serves as an Associate Professor at K. N. Toosi University of Technology, a renowned institution in Iran. Throughout his academic career, he has been instrumental in advancing research in computational modeling, hyperelasticity, and smart materials. His role as a mentor and educator has inspired numerous students to delve into the complexities of materials science and engineering.

Contributions and Research Focus 📚

Dr. Narooei's research encompasses various groundbreaking topics in mechanical behavior analysis and materials modeling. His primary areas of expertise include:

• Plasticity: Investigating the deformation and mechanical behavior of materials under stress.
• Shape Memory Polymers (SMPs): Exploring smart materials with the ability to recover their shape upon external stimulus.
• Self-Healing Hydrogels: Developing bio-composite materials with self-repairing capabilities.
• Hyperelasticity & Viscoelasticity: Studying advanced materials with unique mechanical responses for biomedical and industrial applications.

His work in these fields has led to numerous influential publications in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to advancements in materials science.

Accolades and Recognition 🏆

Dr. Narooei's research has gained widespread recognition in the academic community. His contributions to 4D printing, smart materials, and bio-composites have been cited extensively. Some of his most notable publications include:

• "4D printing of shape memory polylactic acid beams: An experimental investigation into FDM additive manufacturing process parameters, mathematical modeling, and optimization" (Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 2023).
• "A hyperelastic-damage model to study the anisotropic mechanical behavior of coral-hydrogel bio-composite" (Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials, 2022).
• "Strain rate-dependent mechanical metamaterials" (Science Advances, 2020).

His work has received accolades from peers and institutions, recognizing his innovative approach to materials modeling and smart material applications.

Impact and Influence 💪

Dr. Narooei’s research has made a significant impact on the development of advanced materials with real-world applications. His studies on self-healing hydrogels and hyperelastic materials have influenced both biomedical engineering and industrial applications. His work in computational modeling has paved the way for more accurate simulations of material behaviors, essential for designing next-generation smart materials. Beyond research, Dr. Narooei has played a crucial role in mentoring young researchers, guiding them toward impactful scientific contributions. His teaching at K. N. Toosi University of Technology has nurtured a new generation of engineers and scientists specializing in material behavior and computational mechanics.

Legacy and Future Contributions 🔍

Looking ahead, Dr. Narooei continues to push the boundaries of materials science with innovative research in smart and bio-inspired materials. His work in 4D printing is expected to revolutionize manufacturing processes, while his studies on self-healing materials hold promise for medical applications, such as tissue engineering and prosthetics. As an influential figure in his field, Dr. Narooei’s legacy lies in his contributions to cutting-edge materials research and his dedication to fostering academic excellence. His future endeavors will undoubtedly shape the development of smarter, more resilient materials, leaving a lasting impact on both academia and industry.

 

Publications

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• 📄 A micromechanical model to predict the effective thermomechanical behavior of one-way shape memory polymers
  Journal: Mechanics of Materials
  Year: 2025-02
  Authors: M. Bakhtiari, K. Narooei

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• 📄 Investigation of multiplicative decompositions in the form of FeFv and FvFe to extend viscoelasticity laws from small to finite deformations
  Journal: Mechanics of Materials
  Year: 2022-04
  Authors: Marzieh Bahreman, Hossein Darijani, Keivan Narooei

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• 📄 A hyperelastic-damage model to study the anisotropic mechanical behavior of coral-hydrogel bio-composite
  Journal: Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials
  Year: 2022-02
  Authors: R. Eghbali, K. Narooei

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• 📄 Strain rate–dependent mechanical metamaterials
  Journal: Science Advances
  Year: 2020-06-17
  Authors: S. Janbaz, K. Narooei, T. van Manen, A. A. Zadpoor

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• 📄 A new hyper-viscoelastic model for investigating rate dependent mechanical behavior of dual cross link self-healing hydrogel
  Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences
  Year: 2019-08
  Authors: A. Ghorbanoghli, K. Narooei

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