Elizabeth Shotton

Professor Elizabeth Shotton is affiliated with University College Dublin (UCD) in the School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy. Her academic career spans teaching, research, and leadership roles, including Vice Principal for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (2017–2020) and Interim Head of Landscape Architecture (2023).

• Teaching: Focuses on Construction Technology, Design Studio, and Sustainable Building Practices.
• Research: Centers on Maritime Heritage, Timber Reuse, and Design for Disassembly, with projects like the Modular Adaptable SHelter (MASH) and Minor Harbours of Ireland.
• Grants: Leads projects funded by the Irish Research Council, ESRC/IRC Network Grant (Harbourview), and Fulbright TechImpact Scholar.
• Awards: Recipient of the University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2021).

Academic Leadership: Chaired UCD's Athena Swan Bronze Award application (2019) and served on the NCAD Programme Board and Appeals Committee.

Research Trends: Her work bridges historical maritime engineering with sustainable design, emphasizing community-driven documentation and innovative timber construction. Key collaborations include Cardiff University (Harbourview) and international partners in the InFutUReWood project. Her Design for Disassembly research has influenced military shelter design via the MASH SFI Challenge project.

Scientific Awards:

• University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2021)

Advising & Grants: Supervised PhD students (e.g., Cian O'Loinsigh) and secured major grants such as Harbourview (2021–2022), InFutUReWood (2019–2022), and Visualising Vernacular Harbours (2017–2018).

Labs & Teams: Collaborated with UCD's School of Civil Engineering and international institutions in projects like WoodWeldiT and Tectonic Culture.