I am Salam J. Hilo, an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Technology-Iraq. With a substantial background in structural Eengineering, my contributions to the field have earned widespread recognition. I hold a Ph.D. from the National University of Malaysia, and my professional journey is underscored by over 20 published works. Over the course of 8 years dedicated to research and teaching, I have remained committed to fostering innovation and excellence within the academic community.