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Céline Perlot-Bascoulès is a Professor at the University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour (UPPA), holding a position at the School of Civil Engineering and Building Trades (ISA BTP) and conducting research at the Laboratory of Engineering Sciences Applied to Mechanics and Electrical Engineering (SIAME). She serves as Head of the Geomaterials and Civil Engineering Structures team and was appointed as a Junior Member of the prestigious Institut Universitaire de France (IUF) in 2021 for scientific innovation, granting her a two-thirds release from teaching duties to focus on research for five years. Her educational background includes a PhD in Materials and Durability of Construction from Paul Sabatier University in Toulouse and the University of Sherbrooke, Canada, with a thesis on cementitious materials for radioactive waste storage. She also holds a Diploma of Advanced Studies in Materials specializing in Polymers, and Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Chemistry and Physics from Paul Sabatier University. Perlot-Bascoulès specializes in sustainable construction materials, particularly raw earth and low-carbon alternatives to conventional concrete. Her research focuses on understanding the microstructure, transfer properties, and durability of geomaterials under extreme conditions including chemical exposure, high temperatures, and mechanical stress. She investigates how to optimize natural stabilization of earth-based materials to improve hygrothermal regulation and building comfort while reducing the construction industry's environmental impact, which accounts for 39% of global CO 2 emissions. Her 15 most recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on sustainable construction materials, with particular emphasis on raw earth technologies, recycled concrete aggregates, and biopolymer stabilization techniques. The research spans material characterization, durability testing under various environmental conditions, and development of innovative eco-materials that reduce construction's ecological footprint. Junior Member of the Institut Universitaire de France (2021) As an academic advisor, Perlot-Bascoulès has supervised numerous doctoral and post-doctoral researchers working on projects related to sustainable construction. She leads significant research initiatives including the National TERRE project on fire safety of earth construction and serves in leadership roles for international technical committees with RILEM (International Union of Laboratories and Experts in Construction Materials). Her research has been supported by grants from Andra (radioactive waste management), ADEME (environmental agency), and regional and European funding programs. Perlot-Bascoulès directs the Geomaterials and Civil Engineering Structures team at SIAME laboratory, where she coordinates research on sustainable construction materials. Her team collaborates internationally with institutions including EPFL in Lausanne, CFM in San Sebastian, and participates in European networks focused on developing eco-materials that could significantly reduce construction's environmental impact while maintaining structural integrity and building performance.

• Low-carbon construction
• Raw earth construction materials
• Geomaterials
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HUSSAIN Mazhar is a Researcher-Lecturer at CESI, affiliated with the Engineering and Numerical Tools department. His work focuses on sustainable construction materials, particularly the valorization of geomaterials and bio-based materials. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Rouen University (2022) and a Master's in Civil and Hydraulics Engineering from Grenoble INP ENSE3 (2019). His research emphasizes raw earth construction, sediment reuse, and tropical natural fibers' applications in civil engineering. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Rouen University, 2022: 'Valorization of sediments in bio-based materials' Master in Civil and Hydraulics Engineering, Grenoble INP ENSE3, 2019 His research interests include material formulation, soil mechanics, and durability studies. He explores innovative ways to repurpose sediment waste into eco-friendly building materials, reducing environmental impact. Recent work involves sediment-based fired bricks, tropical fiber reinforcement, and masonry wall behavior analysis. Publications highlight trends in sustainable material development and resource optimization, with contributions to journals like Sustainability and Journal of Natural Fibers . He supervises M1/M2 research projects, fostering student engagement in applied civil engineering challenges. Grants & Labs: Part of CESI's LINEACT research team Pilot projects involving Usumacinta River sediments in Mexico

• Raw Earth Construction
• Geomaterials Valorization
• Bio-based Materials
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Céline Bascoules-Perlot is a Senior Lecturer HDR in Civil Engineering at the Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour (UPPA), holding a position at the Civil Engineering School ISA BTP. She leads the Geomaterials and Structures of Civil Engineering team within the SIAME laboratory. Her roles include Director of the fourth-year program at ISA BTP (2014–2017) and membership in institutional councils such as the ISA BTP School Council and the UPPA Sports Council. Education includes a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke (Canada) and Paul Sabatier University (France), followed by a postdoctoral position at NOBATEK. Her research focuses on eco-materials, concrete durability, and geo-material behavior in harsh environments. Key interests include sustainable construction using compressed raw earth and low-pH concrete interfaces. Projects include BeCCoH (oyster shell-based concretes), TERROFEU (fire behavior of mud walls), and INNOVATIVE (recycled aggregates). Over 10 doctoral students have been supervised, with current research on eco-materials and infrastructure durability. Publications span journals like Journal of Building Engineering and Materials and Structures , addressing topics such as thermal performance of earth bricks and biopolymer-stabilized soils. Awards and grants include ANR and ADEME funding, contributing to her role in sustainability-focused engineering research.

• Eco-materials
• Concrete durability
• Geo-materials
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Eric Vincens is a University Professor in Civil Engineering at École Centrale de Lyon , where he has worked since 2004. He serves as Director of the Solid Mechanics - Mechanical Engineering - Civil Engineering department and co-heads the Ecological Transition & Territories option in engineering training. His academic background includes graduation from ENS Paris-Saclay , an agrégé in civil engineering, and a PhD from École Centrale de Lyon (1999) . Research Interests focus on: Soil and geotechnical structure behavior Sustainability of large strategic structures (dams, bridges) Vernacular construction with low environmental impact (raw earth, dry stone) Adaptive modeling approaches for filtration processes Publications Analysis : His work spans granular material filtration mechanisms , concrete modification with industrial byproducts , and seismic behavior of dry stone structures . Recent studies (2024-2025) emphasize: Comparative analysis of dry/wet filtration models Micro-mechanical characterization of void spaces Seismic stability of traditional masonry constructions Digital image correlation for material property determination

• Sustainable construction
• Geotechnics
• Soil mechanics
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Philippe Poullain is a Lecturer and Educational Manager at the Department of Civil Engineering and Sustainable Construction, IUT of Saint Nazaire, University of Nantes. His work spans teaching and research in sustainable construction methods, with particular expertise in raw earth construction and large-scale additive manufacturing for building construction. He is affiliated with the GeM - IEG research team and actively collaborates with industry partners through the Robotics and Construction Site working group. Professor Poullain's research interests focus on characterizing raw earth construction methods to determine their mechanical and hygrothermal properties, with special attention to material variability. His work extends from material scale to wall scale using biclimatic chamber testing. He also investigates large-scale additive manufacturing, particularly 3D printing for construction using bio-sourced materials. His research on the raw earth heritage of the Guérande peninsula examines why earth construction was historically limited to the eastern part of the region. His recent publication record shows consistent output in high-impact construction journals, with 2024 publications addressing sustainable construction through tradition, hygrothermal performance assessment, and sensitivity analysis of material properties. His work spans fundamental material characterization to applied construction technologies, reflecting both academic rigor and practical application. Professor Poullain supervises numerous PhD students working on topics including raw earth composites, 3D printing materials, and building performance simulation. His collaborative approach is evident in his work with the LS2N researchers that led to startup creation, and his participation in industry-academic working groups focused on construction automation. His research has practical applications demonstrated through the Yhnova demonstrator project, a flagship initiative of the University of Nantes.

• Raw earth construction
• Hygrothermal properties of building materials
• Sustainable construction
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Noémie Prime serves as a Teacher-researcher at Polytech Annecy-Chambéry School of Engineering within the University of Savoie Mont Blanc. She holds an academic appointment under CNU Section 60 (Civil Engineering) and is an active member of the LOCIE research laboratory, focusing on sustainable construction methodologies and structural integrity assessment. Her research program centers on two critical domains: Raw earth construction systems involving hydro-mechanical coupling behavior, non-destructive instrumentation techniques, and standardization of mechanical testing protocols Advanced structural diagnosis of reinforced concrete infrastructure through innovative assessment methodologies As part of LOCIE (Laboratory of Optimization of Design and Environmental Engineering), her work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in eco-friendly building materials and infrastructure resilience. The laboratory provides specialized facilities for material characterization and structural testing within France's Alpine region.

• Civil Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
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Andry Razakamanantsoa is a Researcher at Gustave Eiffel University, serving as Sustainable Development Research Officer and Deputy Director of the Geomatériaux, Environmental Interactions Laboratory (GERS-GIE). He is affiliated with the Department of Geotechnical Engineering, Environment, Natural Hazards and Earth Sciences (GERS), specifically within the Geomatériaux and Environmental Interactions (GIE) research group. With 83 publications and over 1,184 citations, his work focuses on sustainable geotechnical solutions and environmental interactions. His research interests span hydromechanical behaviors of geomaterials, durability of treated soils, soil-atmosphere interactions, physical modeling of aerosols, material rheology, and sustainable construction techniques. Key research axes include multi-physical and multi-scale coupling around infrastructure and cities, valorization of waste materials in construction, durability of earth structures, and dust emission control from unpaved roads. Razakamanantsoa's publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of geotechnical research, with particular emphasis on sustainable construction materials, soil treatment techniques, and environmental impact mitigation. His recent work shows increasing integration of machine learning techniques for environmental monitoring and analysis of construction material behavior. He has participated in numerous research projects including PROPER (European assessment of highway stormwater runoff pollution), OI2018_F2 (water economy), OI2019_F3 (mapping suitable lands for raw earth construction), and dust emission control studies for earthmoving sites. His research has practical applications in road construction, sustainable building techniques, and environmental protection. Razakamanantsoa collaborates extensively with industry partners including the French National Federation of Public Works (FNTP), the Union of Earth and Sea Professions (UMTM), and the Professional Syndicate of French Excavators (SPTF), ensuring his research has direct practical relevance to industry challenges.

• Hydromechanical behaviors of geomaterials
• Durability of geomaterials
• Soil-atmosphere interactions
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