Welcome to my professional space! I'm Bledian Nela, a dedicated Structural and Conservation Engineer with a strong academic background and extensive professional experience in the field. Currently working as an Assistant Professor at the UBT College (Faculty of Civil Engineering and Faculty of Architecture) in Kosovo and a freelance Structural and Conservation Engineer. I hold a PhD in Structural Engineering from Sapienza University of Rome, where I specialized in the assessment of historical masonry constructions, combining both numerical and experimental approaches.
My journey in engineering has taken me across Europe, from the University of Minho in Portugal to the Czech Technical University in Prague, where I earned my Advanced Master’s in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions. My passion lies in the preservation and analysis of historical structures, ensuring they stand the test of time while respecting their original integrity.
Over the years, I’ve contributed to numerous high-profile projects across Italy, Kosovo, and beyond. These include structural assessments, conservation interventions, and detailed designs for significant new structures and existing architectural heritage sites. My work has been recognized in several international journals and conferences, where I’ve shared insights and findings from my research and fieldwork.
When I’m not immersed in structural analysis or on-site inspections, you can find me contributing to academic journals as a certified peer reviewer for leading publications in the field. My commitment to advancing knowledge in structural engineering is evident in my active participation in research teams and international conferences.
Feel free to explore my publications and projects, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re interested in collaborative opportunities or simply want to discuss the fascinating world of structural engineering. My contact information are in the Contact page.
IN 2010 STARTED BACHELOR'S AT UNIVERSITY OF PRISHTINA, KOSOVO, TO CONTINUE AT THE SAME UNIVERSITY WITH MASTER'S IN 2014
IN 2017 STARTED THE ADVANCED EUROPA NOSTRA AWARD WINNING MASTER'S SAHC IN UNIVERSITY OF MINHO IN GUIMARÃES, PORTUGAL, TO BE COMPLETED WITH HONOURS AT CZECH TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
IN 2020 STARTED PHD STUDIES AT SAPIENZA UNIVERSITY OF ROME, ITALY, TO JOIN THE RESEARCH TEAM ON MULTISCALE AND MULTIPHYSICS MODELING OF COMPLEX MATERIALS (link) AND AWARDED DOCTOR IN 2024
[2020 - 2024] PhD in Structural Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome
Supervisor: Prof. Patrizia Trovalusci Co-supervisor: Dr. Marco Pingaro
Thesis: "Geometry-based Assessment Techniques for Historical Masonry Structures: Numerical and Experimental Approach"
[2017 - 2018] MSc in Structural Engineering at SAHC Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions as a double degree from Czech Technical University in Prague & University of Minho
Supervisor: Prof. Jiří Bláha
Thesis: "The analysis of the timber roofs of the Loreta in Prague"
[2014 - 2018] MSc in Civil Engineering at University of Prishtina
Supervisor: Prof. Ass. Florim Grajçevci
Thesis: "Masonry infill influence on the bearing capacity of the Reinforced Concrete frames: Numerical modeling approach"
[2010 - 2014] BSc in Civil Engineering at University of Prishtina
Supervisor: Prof. Ass. Kadri Morina
Thesis: "Projekti i konstruksionit të një shtëpie banimi"
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING, STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT AND STRUCTURAL DESIGN OF NEW AND EXISTING STRUCTURES
CONSERVATION PROJECTS FOR MONUMENTAL AND HISTORICAL STRUCTURES
RETROFITTING AND STRENGTHENING OF STRUCTURES
DESIGN AND SUPERVISION OF DIAGNOSTIC CAMPAIGNS FOR: LOAD TESTS, NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTS, MINOR DESTRUCTIVE TESTS AND MONITORING
ADVANCED MODELING OF STRUCTURES USING FINITE ELEMENT METHODS AND LIMIT ANALYSIS
PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISION OF CONSTRUCTION WORKS AND TESTING
COMPILATION OF CONSTRUCTION AND PERMIT DOSSIER
COMPILATION OF BIDDING DOSSIER
LICENCES:
Licensed Engineer Category A by Chamber of Engineers of Republic of Kosovo (link)
Licensed Professional in the field of Cultural Heritage Category A5 for Particular Specializations - Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions by Ministry of Culture, Youth & Sport
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