Infrastructure and Environment

Nikolas Ringas is a current PhD research student at the School of Engineering, The University of Edinbugh, under the supervision of Dr Yuner Huang and Prof Dilum Fernando. He gained his BSc in Civil Engineering from the University of West Attica in 2016 and his MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineerig from the University of Edinburgh in 2020, with his thesis focusing on the calibration of a continuum damage mechanics model for low-cycle fatigue of metals. 

Then, he worked for The University of Edinburgh as a Research Assistant on a research programme funded by Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) through the iCon challenge fund, where he conducted experiments on the fastener behaviour on sheathed light-gauge steel structures. His current research focuses on the experimental investigation of the behaviour observed in sheathed cold-formed steel frames under severe in-plane and out-of-plane loading conditions. This comes in parallel to a numerical investigation with the purpose of quantifying the influence of composite action in sheathed CFS frames lateral behaviour. 

• 2020 - MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering, The University of Edinburgh
• 2016 - BSc in Civil Engineering, University of West Attica

• Member, International Association for Bridge & Structural Engineering (IABSE)
• Graduate Member, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
• Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), Advance HE 
• Nominee for Student Tutor of the Year - EUSA Teaching Awards (2022), EUSA Teaching Awards 2023

• Tutor, Steel Structures 4
• Tutor, Concrete Structures 4
• Tutor, Structural Engineering Design Project 5
• Tutor, Structural Mechanics 2
• Tutor, Culture and Performance in the History of Construction

Nikolas Ringas is a current PhD research student at the School of Engineering, The University of Edinbugh, under the supervision of Dr Yuner Huang and Prof Dilum Fernando. He gained his BSc in Civil Engineering from the University of West Attica in 2016 and his MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineerig from the University of Edinburgh in 2020, with his thesis focusing on the calibration of a continuum damage mechanics model for low-cycle fatigue of metals. 

Then, he worked for The University of Edinburgh as a Research Assistant on a research programme funded by Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) through the iCon challenge fund, where he conducted experiments on the fastener behaviour on sheathed light-gauge steel structures. His current research focuses on the experimental investigation of the behaviour observed in sheathed cold-formed steel frames under severe in-plane and out-of-plane loading conditions. This comes in parallel to a numerical investigation with the purpose of quantifying the influence of composite action in sheathed CFS frames lateral behaviour. 

• 2020 - MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering, The University of Edinburgh
• 2016 - BSc in Civil Engineering, University of West Attica

• Member, International Association for Bridge & Structural Engineering (IABSE)
• Graduate Member, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
• Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), Advance HE 
• Nominee for Student Tutor of the Year - EUSA Teaching Awards (2022), EUSA Teaching Awards 2023

• Tutor, Steel Structures 4
• Tutor, Concrete Structures 4
• Tutor, Structural Engineering Design Project 5
• Tutor, Structural Mechanics 2
• Tutor, Culture and Performance in the History of Construction

I am an academic and university teacher at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh. My expertise lies in structural engineering, sustainability, and advanced technologies with a strong focus on resilience and innovation in civil infrastructure. Throughout my academic career, I have contributed significantly to both teaching and research, leading projects that address contemporary engineering challenges using experimental and computational methodologies. My current research initiatives involve the integration of AI-driven methods for structural health monitoring, sustainable construction materials, and innovative structural solutions aimed at enhancing infrastructure sustainability and resilience.

PgCAP, Academic Practice, University of Edinburgh, UK (2025)

Associate Professorship (Docentlik) by the Interuniversity Council of Turkey (ÜAK) 2013

Associate Professorship by Ministry of Education, Albania (2013)

Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia (2008)

M.Sc. in Structural Engineering, University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia (2002)

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, University of Gaziantep, Turkey (1998)

Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng), Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)

Member of the Union of Chambers of Engineers and Architects of Turkey, Chamber of Civil Engineers.

Conceptual Design and Sustainability for Civil Engineers (CDSCE3)

Engineering Principles 1

Behaviour and Design of Structures 2 

Prior Academic Teaching Roles

Reinforced Concrete Fundamentals (5)         Structural Analysis (5)                                Structural Mechanics (5)                          Reinforced Concrete Structures (5)            Bridge Engineering (3)                          Structural Design II (3)                         Solid Mechanics (4) 

Graduate Courses:

Behavior of RC Members and Structures (4)Bridge Assessment (3)                               Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design (4)     Advanced Structural Design (4)  

_{*Number in brackets indicates the number of times the course has been taught.}                        

My research involves experimental and numerical investigations of reinforced concrete structures, earthquake-resistant buildings, and historical masonry structures. I have extensive expertise in the performance assessment of composite precast slab structures, unreinforced masonry buildings, and historical structures under static and dynamic loads. Additionally, I focus on developing innovative composite precast lightweight slabs, advanced assessment and repair techniques for reinforced concrete (RC) buildings and bridges, and masonry structures. My current projects include strengthening techniques for unreinforced masonry structures and studying the effects of anchorage on the axial strength of fiber-reinforced polymer confined rectangular columns. Additionally, my recent research involves bridge inspection using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and knowledge graphs for structural health monitoring, as well as the development of sustainable low-carbon bricks utilizing water-based polymeric binders and recycled aggregates.

• Structural performance assessment and AI-driven structural health monitoring
• Earthquake-resistant design
• Historical masonry structures
• Sustainable and innovative construction materials.

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