Ali Mirzaghorbanali

Ali Mirzaghorbanali is an Associate Professor of Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Southern Queensland, affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Centre for Future Materials. His career spans roles from Lecturer (2017) to Senior Lecturer (2019) before his current position since 2023. He holds a BEng from Isfahan University of Technology (2007), an MPWE from Curtin University (2009), and a PhD from the University of Wollongong (2014). His research focuses on geomechanics, mining sustainability, grouting technology, and rock bolt systems, with over 100 publications and significant industry collaboration.

Notable contributions include advancing cable bolt performance evaluation, sustainable grout development using waste materials, and numerical modeling of geotechnical systems. His work aligns with industry needs, evidenced by $4.6M in grants, including ACARP projects and industry partnerships with companies like Jennmar Australia and BHP.

Mirzaghorbanali has been honored with prestigious awards such as the UniSQ Excellence Award for Early Career Researcher (2020) and Wiley Better Future Award (2018). He supervises doctoral students in areas like sustainable grout development, rock bolt technology, and circular economy applications. His editorial roles include Geotechnical and Geological Engineering and the Resource Operators Conference proceedings.

Key projects include the 'Carbolt™ Prototype' (ACARP) and 'Sustainable Amended Concrete' (OT Mine). His research bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in mining safety, resource efficiency, and environmental sustainability.