For a full list of my publications please visit my Google Scholar page:

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ZscZodoAAAAJ&hl=en

1. Qaidi, S. M. A., Dinkha, Y. Z., Arbili, M. M., Haido, J. H., & Tayeh, B. A. (2022). Properties of sustainable green concrete containing waste glass as eco-friendly aggregate: A review. AIP Conference Proceedings, 2660(1), 020121.
2. Qaidi, S. M. A., Dinkha, Y. Z., Haido, J. H., Ali, M. H., & Tayeh, B. A. (2021). Engineering properties of sustainable green concrete incorporating eco-friendly aggregate of crumb rubber: A review. Journal of Cleaner Production, 324.
3. Dinkha, Y. Z., & Yousif, S. T. (2021). Time dependent properties of concrete: A state of the art review. Journal of Civil Engineering Frontiers, 2(02), 38–50.
4. Dinkha, Y. Z., & Haido, J. H. (2021). Material constitutive models for engineered cementitious composites. Journal of Civil Engineering Frontiers, 2(01), 13–21.
5. Majeed, S. S., Haido, J. H., Atrushi, D. S., Al-Kamaki, Y., Dinkha, Y. Z., & Saadulla, S. T. (2021). Properties of self-compacted concrete incorporating basalt fibers: Experimental study and Gene Expression Programming (GEP) analysis. (2021).
6. Haido, J. H., & Dinkha, Y. Z. (2018). Slant shear strength of hybrid concrete made with old and new parts using reactive and inert waste powders. Academic Journal of Nawroz University, 7, 236–244.
7. Qoja, G. H. U. S., & Dinkha, Y. Z. (2017). Performance of concrete made with crushed clay bricks as coarse aggregate. Journal of Duhok University, 561–569.
8. Dinkha, Y. Z., Haido, J. H., & Ali, M. H. (2017). Flexural behavior of reinforced concrete beams made with ordinary and high strength concretes: Effect of interfacial roughness between old and new concretes. Journal of Duhok University.
9. Ali, M. H., Dinkha, Y. Z., & Haido, J. H. (2017). Mechanical properties and spalling at elevated temperature of high performance concrete made with reactive and waste inert powders. Engineering Science and Technology, an International Journal.
10. Jaf, D. A., Bzeni, D. K., & Dinkha, Y. Z. (2016). Strength estimation of concrete produced in Kurdistan region using combined method. ZANCO Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 28(2).

My research centers on the development and performance evaluation of sustainable high-performance cementitious materials, with particular emphasis on geopolymer and alkali-activated concrete systems. The work integrates advanced mix design optimization, durability characterization, and structural performance assessment. In addition, it includes the condition assessment of existing structures using non-destructive testing techniques.

Keywords

Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) • Ultra-High-Performance Geopolymer Concrete (UHP-GPC) • Alkali-Activated Materials • Sustainable Construction Materials • Fiber-Reinforced Composites • Durability & Microstructure • Mix Design Optimization • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) • Structural Assessment

Teaching Summary

I have been actively engaged in undergraduate teaching within the College of Engineering at the University of Duhok since 2007. My teaching responsibilities include laboratory instruction, core civil engineering subjects, and advanced structural design courses. My teaching approach emphasizes a student-centered learning environment that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, promotes critical thinking, and connects engineering principles to real-world construction practice. I emphasize problem-solving, design competence, laboratory experimentation, and the effective use of engineering software to prepare students for professional practice.

Courses Taught

• Highway Engineering Laboratory (2007–2009)
• Surveying Laboratory (2007–2009)
• AutoCAD Laboratory (2008–2009)
• Concrete Laboratory (2008–2009)
• Civil & Architectural Drawing (2008–2009)
• Concrete Technology (2012–2019)
• Materials Technology (2018–2023)
• Hydraulic Structures (2012–2013)
• Reinforced Concrete Design – (2014–2017)
• Concrete Design (2013–2017)
• Design of Concrete Structures (2018–2025)
• Steel Design (2015–2016)
• Steel Design (2024–2025)
• Computer Applications in Civil Engineering (2015–2016)
• Building Construction (2025–2026)

KEY ACHIEVEMENT

One of my key achievements is integrating advanced research in sustainable construction materials into both academic teaching and professional engineering practice. My work has contributed to the development and optimization of ultra-high-performance geopolymer concrete (UHP-GPC) and other alkali-activated materials, supporting environmentally sustainable construction.
In addition, I have strengthened the link between theory and practice by teaching structural design and materials courses while supervising laboratory work and applying modern engineering software and non-destructive testing techniques in structural assessment projects. This integration has enhanced student competencies and supported real-world engineering solutions within the region.

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