Chanh Vuong-Dinh | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Chanh Vuong-Dinh | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Duy Tan university | Vietnam

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Chanh Vuong-Dinh’s academic journey began with a strong foundation in engineering mechanics at Vietnam National University, where he developed a keen interest in the fundamentals of structural behavior and material mechanics. His early studies shaped his analytical approach and laid the groundwork for advanced exploration in computational engineering. With encouragement from academic mentors and recognition for his academic excellence, he pursued higher studies abroad to refine his expertise in civil and environmental engineering.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Vuong-Dinh has combined industry practice and academic scholarship to enrich his professional career. Before entering academia, he worked as a pipeline design engineer at Petro Vietnam Engineering and as a pressure vessel design engineer at Hitachi Zosen Vietnam, where he gained practical experience in structural integrity and mechanical design. Transitioning into academia, he joined the Duy Tan Research Institute for Computational Engineering as a lecturer and researcher, where he continues to contribute to both teaching and research with a focus on computational mechanics.

Contributions and Research Focus

At the core of his research lies the advancement of computational modeling for complex engineering problems. His work specializes in finite element analysis, fracture mechanics, damage mechanics, and biomechanics, with particular emphasis on quasi-brittle materials, composites, and soft tissues. He has made significant contributions to the development of smoothing gradient damage models, enabling more accurate predictions of fracture behavior and failure mechanisms. His research extends to numerical methods for engineering, addressing both theoretical modeling and applied problem-solving.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout his academic career, Dr. Vuong-Dinh has received several prestigious honors that reflect his scholarly dedication. His studies in Japan were supported by the Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship, a testament to his academic potential and research capability. Earlier in his academic path, he was awarded the Encouragement Scholarship at Vietnam National University for consistent academic excellence. These recognitions highlight his commitment to advancing civil engineering research at both national and international levels.

Impact and Influence

The influence of Dr. Vuong-Dinh’s research can be seen in the engineering community through his numerous publications in leading international journals such as Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Composite Structures, and Computers & Structures. His contributions have advanced the understanding of fracture phenomena in brittle and composite materials, influencing both theoretical frameworks and engineering applications. Furthermore, his participation in global conferences and workshops has allowed him to share his expertise widely and engage in collaborative discussions with peers worldwide.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Vuong-Dinh’s scholarly output demonstrates a balance between theoretical innovation and practical application. By developing advanced computational models for structural analysis and damage prediction, his research provides essential tools for engineers addressing challenges in infrastructure, biomechanics, and material sciences. Moving forward, his focus on interdisciplinary applications, including biomechanics and soft tissue modeling, promises to expand the scope of his impact. His role as an academic mentor ensures the cultivation of future researchers who will further these developments.

Publications


Enhanced local damage model with polygonal elements for transient thermoelastic fracture analysis
Authors: Du Dinh Nguyen, Nguyen Hoang Le, Chanh Dinh Vuong, Minh Ngoc Nguyen, Tinh Quoc Bui
Journal: Mechanics of Materials
Publisher: Elsevier
Year: 2025


Multi-scale concurrent topology optimization of lattice structures with single type of composite micro-structure subjected to design-dependent self-weight loads
Authors: Minh Ngoc Nguyen, Duy Vo, Chanh Dinh Vuong, Tinh Quoc Bui
Journal: Computers & Structures
Publisher: Elsevier
Year: 2025


Transgranular and intergranular fracture in polycrystalline materials with the anisotropic smoothing gradient damage model
Authors: Chanh Dinh Vuong, Tinh Quoc Bui
Journal: Meccanica
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2025


Simulation of failure in fiber-reinforced composites and polycrystalline materials: A novel anisotropic local damage approach
Authors: Quan Nhu Tran, Minh Ngoc Nguyen, Chanh Dinh Vuong, Tinh Quoc Bui
Journal: Composite Structures
Publisher: Elsevier
Year: 2025


An enhanced local damage model for 2D and 3D quasi-brittle fracture: ABAQUS-FEM implementation and comparative study on the effect of equivalent strains
Authors: Quan Nhu Tran, Minh Ngoc Nguyen, Chanh Dinh Vuong, Nhung Nguyen, Tinh Quoc Bui
Journal: Advances in Engineering Software
Publisher: Elsevier
Year: 2025


Conclusion

Dr. Chanh Vuong-Dinh has built a distinguished career marked by academic rigor, professional versatility, and impactful research in computational mechanics. His journey from early studies in Vietnam to advanced research in Japan and current academic contributions at Duy Tan University reflects a dedication to bridging theory and practice in engineering. With his continued pursuit of innovative methods for understanding and solving complex structural problems, he stands as a promising leader in the field, contributing to both the advancement of scientific knowledge and the training of future generations of engineers.

Manyu Xiao | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Manyu Xiao | Mathematics | Best Researcher Award

Northwestern Polytechnical University | China

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Manyu Xiao began her academic journey at Three Gorges University in China, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics in 2003. She then pursued a Master of Science in Computational Mathematics at Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), China, from 2003 to 2006. Her master’s research focused on fast and parallel algorithms for information processing under the guidance of Quanyi Lu. Subsequently, Dr. Xiao completed her Doctorate in Engineering Science from Université de Technologie de Compiègne (UTC) in France in 2010, where she specialized in multidisciplinary optimization with model reduction and parallel computing. Her doctoral advisors were Piotr Breitkopf and Rajan Filomeno Colho.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Xiao has a rich professional background, marked by significant positions and research projects. Since March 2012, she has been an associate professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics at NPU. Prior to this, she was a post-doctoral fellow at UTC, France, from 2010 to 2011, where she worked on constrained POD model reductions. Her career includes various visiting scholar positions, such as at Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium, the University of Alabama in Huntsville, USA, Queen Mary University of London, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, and University of Helsinki, Finland.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Xiao’s research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on efficient numerical methods, model reduction, parallel computing, mechanical optimization, and surrogate-based topology optimization. She has led and participated in numerous research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province. Her projects cover areas such as dynamic multi-fidelity reduction for topology optimization, large-scale stress-constrained topology optimization, and the design of lightweight functional graded core structures for thermal protection systems.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Xiao’s contributions have been widely recognized. She received the Best Paper Award at the 6th Australian Conference on Computational Mechanics in 2023, and the third prize for outstanding academic paper by the Shaanxi province in 2022. In 2020, she was honored as an International Rising Star by the International Association for Computational Mechanics. Additionally, she has been recognized multiple times by Northwestern Polytechnical University for her teaching excellence and her role as a thesis supervisor.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Xiao’s work has significantly influenced the field of applied mathematics and computational mechanics. Her research on large-scale structural topology optimization and model reduction has advanced the capabilities of computational methods in engineering. Her numerous publications in high-impact journals and contributions to books underscore her influence. Furthermore, her teaching reforms and MOOC projects at NPU have enhanced the internationalization and quality of mathematics education.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Xiao’s legacy lies in her pioneering research and dedication to education. Her work continues to inspire advancements in computational mathematics and engineering optimization. Future contributions are anticipated from her ongoing and upcoming research projects, including those on the construction of kinetic models for composite materials and large-scale structural design optimization. Her commitment to developing internationalized training modes for mathematical talents ensures that her influence will extend to future generations of scholars and engineers.

 

Notable Publications

📄 Article: Primal–dual on-the-fly reduced-order modeling for large-scale transient dynamic topology optimization

  • Authors: Xiao, M., Ma, J., Gao, X., Cauvin, L., Villon, P.
  • Journal: Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering
  • Year: 2024
  • Citations: 0

📄 Article: Towards a data-driven paradigm for characterizing plastic anisotropy using principal components analysis and manifold learning

  • Authors: Jin, J., Cauvin, L., Raghavan, B., Dutta, S., Xiao, M.
  • Journal: Computational Materials Science
  • Year: 2024
  • Citations: 0

📄 Article: Stress-constrained topology optimization using approximate reanalysis with on-the-fly reduced order modeling

  • Authors: Xiao, M., Ma, J., Lu, D., Raghavan, B., Zhang, W.
  • Journal: Advanced Modeling and Simulation in Engineering Sciences
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 1

📄 Article: A Gaussian process regression-based surrogate model of the varying workpiece dynamics for chatter prediction in milling of thin-walled structures

  • Authors: Yang, Y., Yang, Y., Xiao, M., Wan, M., Zhang, W.
  • Journal: International Journal of Mechanical System Dynamics
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 7

📄 Article: Accelerating Large-scale Topology Optimization: State-of-the-Art and Challenges

  • Authors: Mukherjee, S., Lu, D., Raghavan, B., Xiao, M., Zhang, W.
  • Journal: Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 54