Dan Ridley-Ellis

Dr. Dan Ridley-Ellis is an Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, serving as Head of the Centre for Wood Science and Technology. He represents the UK at European Standards Committees for timber grading and has developed settings adopted by most UK structural timber producers. His work focuses on sustainable construction materials and forest resource optimization.

• University: Edinburgh Napier University
• School: School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment
• Research Groups: Institute for Sustainable Construction, Centre for Conservation and Restoration Science

His research explores wood properties influenced by tree growth, forest management, and climate change. Key areas include strength grading of timber, engineered wood products, and sustainable construction systems. He leads major projects like "An easier route for strength grading UK hardwoods" and "Building From England's Woodlands" while advancing standards through BM TRADA webinars.

Scientific Awards:

• Woodland Hero (2016) - Grown in Britain

Advising and Grants:

• Current Director of Studies for 5 PhD students
• Secured £109,975 (Building From England's Woodlands) and £35,000 (Hardwood grading) grants
• Managed EU-funded InFutUReWood project

Labs and Teams:

• Centre for Wood Science and Technology
• Institute for Sustainable Construction
• Collaborates with European timber grading committees
• Co-leads "Transforming Timber" knowledge hub