Anna Paradowska

Professor Anna Paradowska is a Conjoint Professor in Advanced Structural Materials at the University of Sydney's School of Civil Engineering and School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering. She also serves as Industrial Engagement Manager at the Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering (ACNS) at ANSTO. As Node Leader and Program Leader of the $250M Australian Composites Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (ACM CRC), her research focuses on advanced materials, residual stress analysis using neutron diffraction, and additive manufacturing.

• Education:
  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Monash University (2008)
  • MSc in Materials Science Engineering from Wrocław University of Technology (2001)

Research Interests: Advanced structural materials, residual stress measurement techniques, welding and additive manufacturing, neutron scattering, and condensed matter characterization. Her work bridges academic research and industry applications, emphasizing collaboration with global partners.

Recent Research Trends: Her publications emphasize residual stress analysis in manufacturing processes, additive manufacturing optimization, and material characterization for engineering applications. She frequently collaborates on studies involving neutron diffraction and synchrotron techniques.

• Awards:
  • Dean's Award for Excellence 2021 (ECR/MCR Research Leadership)
  • Sir George Julius Medal 2020
  • ANBUG Neutron Award 2020

Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students on projects like laser cleaning for infrastructure and 3D-printed steel structures. She has secured grants from ARC, CRC, and international agencies. Current projects include opportunities for female PhD students in advanced construction materials.

Labs & Teams: Leads the Sydney Node of ACM CRC and collaborates with ACNS, ANSTO, and industry partners to advance composites manufacturing and neutron scattering applications.