T. Ch. Madhavi

Dr.T.Ch.Madhavi is a Professor of Civil Engineering at Mahindra University, Hyderabad, with 31 years of professional experience, including 29 years in teaching and research, complemented by experience in industry and structural research. She has previously served as Professor & Head of the Department of Civil Engineering and Associate Dean – Industry Institute Interaction (IIE), demonstrating substantial academic leadership, institutional development, and industry–academia engagement.

She holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, with research focused on nonlinear finite element analysis of prestressed concrete box girders, and an M.E. in Structural Engineering. Her expertise encompasses structural engineering, advanced concrete technology, prestressed and reinforced concrete structures, composite construction, fibre-reinforced concrete, FRP/TRC systems, seismic strengthening, sustainable construction materials, and innovative lightweight building systems.

Her research portfolio includes indexed publications, doctoral supervision, funded research, consultancy, patents, and technology-oriented projects. She has received over ₹1.21 crore in research funding, generated more than ₹21 lakh through consultancy, and holds multiple patent applications in structural strengthening, prestressed concrete, and cellular concrete technologies. She is also actively involved in professional bodies, accreditation, academic auditing, curriculum development, doctoral evaluation, and research reviewing.

• 2007 – Ph.D. in Structural Engineering
  Anna University, Chennai, India
  Dissertation/Thesis Title: Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Prestressed Concrete Box Girders
  Supervisor: Dr. M. Sekar, Dean, College of Engineering, Guindy
  Research Coordinator: Dr. V. Paramasivam, Dean, PG Studies, Hindustan College of Engineering (Former Professor, IIT Madras)
• 1994 – M.E. in Structural Engineering
  Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  Project Title: Behaviour of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Beams under Shear
  Supervisor: Dr. K. Kameswara Rao, Former Professor, Civil Engineering
• 1991 – B.Tech. in Civil Engineering
  RVR College of Engineering, Nagarjuna University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
  Project Title: Finite Element Analysis Using CST Element

• [Selected publications]
• Mohan A, T.Ch.Madhavi, Flexural performance enhancement of reinforced concrete beams strengthened with hybrid alkali-resistant glass and basalt textiles”, Innovative Infrastructure Solutions 5.01.2026, https://doi.org/10.1007/s41062-025-02439-3 . (Springer Nature, IF 2.4, SCI, SCOPUS, H Index 35, Q2).
• Mervin Sanjith IP, T.Ch.Madhavi, G Prabhakar, “Influence of Spatial Fiber Distribution Parameters on Mechanical Properties of Hybrid Fiber reinforced Self Compacting Concrete”, Case Studies in Construction Materials, Vol 23, Issue Dec. 2025. (Q1, SCIE, SCOPUS, IF 6.6). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2025.e05301
• Mervin Sanjith IP, T.Ch.Madhavi, G Prabhakar, “Image analysis for dispersion of fibers and strength assessment of hybrid fiber reinforced SCC using Artificial Intelligence”, Journal of Adhesion Science, Sept 2025. https://doi.org/10.1080/01694243.2025.2563906 , (Q2, IF 3.0, SCOPUS, SCIE)
• Mohan A, T.Ch.Madhavi, “Flexural behavior of warp knitted textile reinforced concrete impregnated with cementitious binder”, Case Studies in Construction Materials Vol.20, July 2024. (SCIE, SCOPUS, IF6.2, H Index 47). https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214509524000354
• Mohan A, Madhavi T. Ch, “A study on mechanical properties of inorganic binders used in textile reinforced concrete using artificial neural network”, Asian J Civ Eng., Vol 25, No.6, pp. 4513-4527, May 2024. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42107-024-01062-4. (SCOPUS, IF 0.7, H Index 28)
• S. Sundararajan and T.Ch. Madhavi, “Lean System-Based Tool for Housing Projects Management in the Pandemic Period”, Buildings, Oct, 2023, Vol.13 Issue 10, 2507. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13102507. (WoS, SCIE, SCOPUS; IF 3.8, h Index 45).
• H. Thiagu, T.Ch.Madhavi, “Behaviour of Hybrid fiber reinforced foam concrete under axial load”, Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, Vol 25, 27th May 2023. DOI: 10.1007/s42107-023-00742-x (SCOPUS, H-Index 28, IF 0.39)
• H. Thiagu, T.Ch.Madhavi, “Optimization of fibre reinforced foam concrete for the mechanical behaviour by artificial neural network”, Asian Journal of Civil Engineering”, Vol 25, Issue 2, https://doi.org/10.1007/s42107-023-00702-5. (IF 0.397), May, 2023. (SCOPUS, H-Index 28, IF 0.39)
• V. Anuradha, T.Ch.Madhavi, “Behaviour of self compacting concrete hybrid fiber reinforced hollow beams”, STRUCTURES, 35 (2022), 990–1001. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2021.11.058. (SCOPUS, SCIE, IF 4.1)
• Mohan, A., Madhavi, T.Ch.,. Textile Fibre-Wrapping Techniques Used for Textile-Reinforced Concrete.Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, vol 194. Dec 2022, pp; 311-318, Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6403-8_26 (SCOPUS)
• Mohan A., Madhavi T.Ch (2020), “Development of Binders for Textile Reinforced Concrete”, Materials Today: Proceedings, vol 46, part 9, 2021. Pages 3297-3301. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2020.11.462.(SCOPUS)
• Gopinath Selvam , T. Ch. Madhavi , T. P. Naazeema Begum & Monish, Sudheesh, “Impact of labour productivity in estimating the duration of construction projects”, International Journal of Construction Management”, 13 July 2020, pp. 2398-2404, https://doi.org/10.10
• for resource leveling problem with precedence constrained scheduling”, International Journal of Construction Management”, Vol.22, Issue 12, July 2019, DOI: 10.1080/15623599.2019.1641891, (Scopus and ESCI, IF 4.0, SNIP 1.546, H Index 14)
• T.Ch. Madhavi, D. Senthilvelan, H.Mohammed Irfan, K.S.M.Anil, D.R.Gowtham, “Investigations on Sulphate Attack on Copper Slag Concrete” Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, Vol. 10, 08, May 2018, pp 1272-1275.

• 19/07/2026 to date – Professor, Department of Civil Engineering Mahindra University, Hyderabad.
• 06/2010 – 05/2026: Held various positions as Professor & Head, Department of Civil Engineering, Associate Dean – Industry-Institute Interaction (IIE)
  SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Ramapuram Campus, Chennai, India
• 09/2008 – 06/2010: Professor & Head, Department of Civil Engineering
  Easwari Engineering College, Chennai, India
• 07/1998 – 09/2008: Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering
  Hindustan College of Engineering, Chennai, India
• 06/1997 – 06/1998: Design Engineer
  Struct CADD, Chennai, India
• 01/1994 – 01/1995: Junior Research Fellow
  Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), CSIR, Chennai, India

Dr. T. Ch. Madhavi’s research primarily focuses on advanced, sustainable, and innovative materials and technologies for structural engineering and resilient infrastructure.

Major research areas include:

• Textile-Reinforced Concrete (TRC) and Fibre-Reinforced Composites – investigation of textile and hybrid fibre reinforcements, including alkali-resistant glass and basalt fibres, for strengthening and rehabilitation of reinforced concrete members.
• FRP and Hybrid Composite Systems – research on CFRP, BFRP and GFRP systems, including strengthening of beams, beam-column joints and RC frames, with particular emphasis on cyclic behaviour, anchorage and durability.
• Sustainable and Lightweight Construction Materials – development of lightweight cellular concrete, precast wall panels and innovative lattice-structured blocks aimed at reducing structural weight and improving thermal and acoustic performance.
• Waste-Based and Natural-Fibre Materials – utilization of industrial and agricultural wastes, such as foundry sand and natural fibres, in concrete and building materials to promote circular and sustainable construction.
• Structural Strengthening and Resilience – development of innovative strengthening techniques for enhancing the strength, ductility, durability and seismic performance of existing structures.
• Bio-mimicked structures – Sustainable Construction and Energy-Efficient Buildings – development of materials and construction systems that contribute to energy efficiency, resource conservation and low-carbon infrastructure.

Current research

• Current research is directed towards the development of multifunctional, lightweight and sustainable construction materials and structural strengthening systems. Particular emphasis is being placed on precast lightweight cellular concrete wall panels, lattice-structured cellular concrete blocks, hybrid textile-reinforced concrete, and fibre-reinforced composite systems.
• A key objective of the ongoing work is to integrate material innovation, structural performance, sustainability and digital technologies to develop practical construction solutions with improved strength-to-weight ratio, thermal insulation, durability and resilience. Use of AI and digital tools is being explored for documentation and preservation of heritage construction knowledge, thereby connecting traditional Indian construction practices with contemporary engineering technologies.
• Overall, her research aims to contribute to safe, sustainable, resilient and energy-efficient infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on translating laboratory research into scalable and practical solutions for the construction industry.

AWARDS & HONOURS

• Executive Council Member of Indian Concrete Institute, Chennai Chapter, 2026- 28.
• Received ELITE – SILVER Medal certification in NPTEL course on “Patent Drafting for Beginners”, Nov. 2025 and 2 other courses.
• Received “Best Paper Award” for the paper, “T.Ch.Madhavi, Mervin Sanjth I P, Energy absorption capacity of hybrid fibers in concrete during seismic activity” K.Ramakrishnan College of Technology, ICISIAM, 25.04.2025.
• Received “Best Paper Award” for the paper “Stress Transfer Mechanism of RC Beam Column Joints with Headed Bars under Cyclic Loading – SRMIST Kattankulathur, ICCIDEA- 20-22, March 2025.
• Received ELITE – SILVER Medal certification in NPTEL course on “Outcome Based Education”, Nov. 2024
• Received “Outstanding Woman Concrete Engineer” award Indian Concrete Institute, 7th Dec 2021.
• Received “Excellence in Civil Engineering Education” Award from Construction Academy and Kattumaana Thozhil, 21.05.2017.
• Treasurer and Governing Council member, Indian Concrete Institute, Feb 2015-17 & 2017-19.
• Treasurer and management committee member, Association of Consulting Civil Engineers, Chennai Chapter, 2017-19
• Executive Council Member of Association of Consulting Civil Engineers, Chennai Chapter, 2015- 17.
• Received ISTE Shayesta Akhtar Memorial National Award for Best Women Engineering College Teacher Award for the year 2014, at the ISTE annual Convention held in Trivandrum, 27th Nov.2014.
• Received “Special Appreciation Award” from Indian Concrete Institute, on 19th Sept. 2013.
• Received EP Nicolaides Prize from Institution of Engineers (India) for Best Research Paper, 2010.
• Received Encouragement Award from Hindustan University, 2007.

OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS

• Review committee member for BRNS, Dept. of Atomic Energy Project proposals.
• Board of Studies Member of RVR JC College of Engineering, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, 2023-25.
• Department Advisory Board Committee Member of Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, May 2022.
• National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) assessment Committee member and Member coordinator.
• Academic Auditor of School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University, Chennai, Oct 2020
• Board of studies member of K.Ramakrishnan college of technology, 2020- 2022
• Established a “Centre of excellence for sustainable construction” in association with Ultratech through which Industry academia interaction was made feasible and many skilled and unskilled workers are being trained, 2021.
• Panel member for revision of IS:11233-2020, CED 43, Code of Practice for Design and Construction of Radar Antenna, Microwave and TV Tower Foundations.
• Panel member for SP43-CED38-Handbook on structures with reinforced concrete portal frames (without Cranes).
• Scrutiny Committee Member of ISTE-SRM International Journal of Civil Engineering, Oct 2014-16.
• Advisor for the interview panel for Staff Selection Commission, Govt. of India
• Academic auditor at B.S Abdur Rahman University, 2012.

EXTENDED SERVICES

• Doctoral thesis adjudicator for BHARATI VIDYAPEETH,  Visveswaraya Technical University, Belagavi, BR Ambedkar Marathwada University, Maharashtra, St.Peters University, Chennai.
• Editorial Board Member of American Journal of Construction and Building Materials.
• Member of the curriculum development committee for University of Namibia, South Africa.
• Doctoral Committee member for scholars from Anna University, Chennai, Veltech MultiTech College of Engineering, Chennai, Sona College of Technology, Salem, VIT University, Chennai, St. Peters University, Chennai,
• External Co-supervisor for Ms Jenniefer Anthonysami, a PhD student under the School of Engineering, The Copper Belt University, KITWE, ZAMBIA.

GUEST LECTURES DELIVERED

• INDUSTRY CONNECT – MOUs Signed
• RESOURCE PERSON
• Guest lecture on “Bioinspired Slender Bamboo Culm Concrete Columns” Vasireddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, 27.06.2024.
• Guest Lecture on “Excellence in Bridge Infrastructure Engineering”, Road Development Agency, Government of Zambia, 5th June 2024.
• Guest Lecture on “Textile Reinforced Concrete”, at International conference on Smart Materials and Structures, Vasi Reddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, 16th Feb 2022.
• Guest Lecture at AICTE sponsored STTP on “Copper Slag as an alternative for river sand in Concrete”, at Velammal Engineering College, 20th Nov & 2nd Dec 2020.
• Guest Lecture at AICTE sponsored STTP on “Failure of Masonry Buildings”, organised by Arupadai Veedu Institute of Technology, 5th & 26th Nov 2020.
• Guest Lecture at National level One Week Virtual FDP on “Advances in Civil Engineering”, organised by Rajalakshmi Engineering College, 20th July 2020.
• Guest Lecture at Training program for SSC examinations at Institution of Engineers Convention Centre Organised by Engineers Hub, 14th July 2019.
• Guest Lecture at Training program on Bridge Engineering organized by Engineers Hub on “Prestressing of Bridges”, 4th June 2019
• Mentoring Program for faculty of Rajalakshmi Engineering College on Prestressed Concrete Structures, Strength of Materials and Design of RCC, 31st May – 3rd June 2019.
• Guest Lecture at Faculty Develoment and Trainign Program supported by Anna University and organized by Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Deflection of Concrete Members and their losses”, 3rd June 2019.
• Guest Lecture at Engineers meet organized by UltraTech Cements Ltd, Nellore on, “Application of Copper Slag in concrete”, 13.03.2019.
• Guest Lecture at RVR & JC College of Engineering, Guntur on “Copper Slag in Concrete” at a workshop on “Sustainable Materials and Techniques in Concrete Structures”, 23rd Feb.2019.
• Guest Lecture at SONA College of Engineering and Technology, Salem on “Life Skills”, on 27.02.2018
• Guest Lecture at Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Elements of Seismology-Earthquake Engineering”, 1st Sept 2018.
• Guest Lecture at Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Elements of Seismology-Earthquake Engineering”, 1st Sept 2018.
• Guest Lecture at Engineer’s HUB on “RCC Desing” for TNPSC aspirants on 2nd May 2018 at ASIAN MMDA Park, Arumbakkam, Chennai.
• Guest Lecture at one day national seminar on “Alternatives for River Sand in Construction” organized by Indian Concrete Institute – Salem on 27.02.2018
• Guest Lecture at Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Corrosion and Protection Methods”, 8th Feb 2018.
• Guest Lecture in Faculty Development Program at Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Design of Water tanks”, Sponsored by Anna University 6th Dec 2017.
• Guest Lecture at Rajalakshmi Engineering College, on “Earthquake resistance structures-Retrofitting”, 21 Sept 2017.
• Keynote address at CSIR sponsored seminar on “Recent advances in Earthquake resistant Design and Structural Dynamics”, at Valliammai College of Engineering, 16th Feb 2017.
• Invited for Technical Talk for Association for Consulting Civil Engineering (ACCE) on “Seismic Forces, its causes and effects” at Alumni Centre, Anna University, Chennai on 29th Sept 2016.
• Invited Speaker at Faculty Development Program at Easwari Engineering College on “Matrix methods of Analysis” on 7th Dec. 2013.
• Keynote speaker on “Research Methodologies”, at ‘Green Technology on Communication & Computing’, St. Peters University, 3rd Oct 2013.

EDITING AND REVIEWING

• Peer Reviewer for the book “Behaviour of residential structures on problematic ground, BPI Publications.
• Reviewer for “Indian Concrete Journal”, “Frontiers of Structural and Civil Engineering”, (Springer), “Journal of Building Engineering”, (Elsevier),  African Journal of Engineering Research, American Society for Civil Engineers (ASCE) Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, Journal of Earth System Science, (Springer), Science and Engineering of Composite Materials Journal, De Grutyer Publication, Berlin, Germany, “Advances in Structural Engineering”, Multi Science, UK, Institution of Civil Engineers (London) ‘Emerging Materials Research”
• Technical Committee member and Reviewer for International Conference on Renewable Energy and Power Engineering, Toronto, Canada.24-26 and also for numerous International and National Conferences both in India and Abroad.
• Editorial Board Member for the “International Journal of Energy Engineering”, Dec-2012-Dec. 2013.
• Actively associated with “MASTER BUILDER”, leading national construction magazine as advisor 2007-10.