Outstanding TMS Journal Paper Award

Presented by the Research Committee

Recognizing outstanding master’s theses and doctoral dissertations demonstrating innovation and technical excellence.

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Since the 5th North American Masonry Conference in 1990, awards have been presented to recognize outstanding papers published in TMS Journal.

The Outstanding Student Thesis Awards recognize the most impactful master’s thesis and doctoral dissertation demonstrating innovation and technical excellence. Winners are recognized at the North American Masonry Conference.

Since its establishment, the award has distinguished work from leading programs across North America, Europe, and beyond.

If you’re interested in submitting a paper to TMS Journal, visit journal.masonrysociety.org.

Recent Awards

Outstanding Technical Papers

  • “Development of Masonry Wall Resistance and Fragilities for Out-of-Plane Wind Loads” By: Shahriar Quayyum and Sudhan Banik, published in Vol. 39, No. 1, December 2021
  • “Corrosion-Based Service Life Analysis for Adhered Masonry Cladding Systems in Canada” by: Yasser Korany and Mark D. Hagel, published Vol. 37, No. 1, December 2019

Honorable Mention

  • “A Ten-Year Multi-Phase Research Program on the Seismic Response of Reinforced Concrete Block Shear Wall Components and Systems”, by: Mohamed Ezzeldin and Wael El-Dakhakhni, published Vol. 37, No. 1, December 2019 (Presented During Daniel P. Abrams Masonry Giants Session) “

Outstanding General Interest Papers

  • “Tension and Compression Controlled Sections in the 2022 TMS 402 Code”, by: Richard M. Bennett and John M. Hochwalt, published in Vol. 40, No. 1, December 2022.

Outstanding Technical Papers

  • “Analysis of Field-Measured Reversible Deformations in Masonry Cavity Walls”​, by A. J. Lohonyai, Yassar Korany, and N. Trovato,​ Published in Vol. 33, No. 1​
  • “Shear and Tensile Strength Equations for Analysis of Grouted Masonry”, by Laura Redmond, Lawrence Kahn, and Reginald DesRoches​, published in Vol. 34, No. 1

Outstanding General Interest Papers

  • “Anchor Bolt Design Provisions in the TMS 402-16 Code, by Richard M. Bennett​, published in Vol. 35, No. 1​

Outstanding Technical Papers

  • “In-Plane Behavior and Influence of Mortar Formulation in the Strength of Fully-Grouted Reinforced Masonry Shear” by Ehsan Minaie, Micheael Mota, Franklin L. Moon, and Ahmad  A. Hamid
  • “Interface Shear Transfer Between Grout and AAC Masonry” by Richard E. Klingner, Monica Puglisi, and Miguel Forero Henao
  • “In-Plane Loading of Brick Veneer over Wood Shear Walls” by Elias A. Toubia and James M. Lint
  • “FRCM-Strengthened CMU Masonry Walls Subjected to Out-of-Plane Load” by Saman Babaeidarabad, Giovanni Loreto, Diana Arboleda, and Antonio Nanni

Honorable Mention

  • “MSJC Deep Beam Requirements” by Fernando Fonseca, Sunup Mathew, and Dick Bennett
  • “Concepts of Shear Friction Applied to Masonry Shear Walls” by Richard M. Bennett and Shane C. Morrison

Outstanding Technical Papers

  • “Out-of-Plane Flexural Strength of Unreinforced Clay Brick Masonry Walls” by M.C. Griffith and J. Vaculi
  • “Effect of Moisture on FRP-Masonry Bond Strength” by D. D. Stierwalt and H. R. Hamilton III
  • “In-Plane Seismic Response of Reinforced Concrete Masonry Shrinkage Control Joints” by Jason Ingham, Gavin Wight, and KC Voon
  • “Performance of Lap Splices in Concrete Masonry Shear Walls” by Jon. Z. Mjelde, David I. McLean, Jason J. Thompson, and W. Mark McGinley