Gregory Nolan

Professor Gregory Nolan is a leading academic and researcher at the University of Tasmania's School of Architecture and Design, serving as Director of the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood (CSAW). With a career spanning over three decades as both a registered architect and timber engineering expert, he bridges practical construction knowledge with advanced research in sustainable wood utilization.

His research focuses on:

• Optimizing plantation hardwood processing
• Advancing moisture content management in timber supply chains
• Developing engineered wood products for non-residential construction
• Addressing market barriers through technical innovation

Recent publications analyze screw performance in hardwoods, finger-joint mechanics, and drying protocol optimization. These works align with his dual research themes:

• Environment, Resources and Sustainability
• Creativity, Culture and Society

Key scientific recognition includes the 1995 'Plus You' Housing Design Competition award. His 70+ completed research projects have shaped Australian timber construction standards and sustainability practices.