John L Provis

Professor John L Provis is a leading expert in cement materials science at the University of Sheffield's School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering. He also holds a Visiting Professor position at Luleå University of Technology's Building Materials division.

• PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Melbourne)
• 2013 RILEM Robert L'Hermite Medal
• 2015 Honorary Doctorate from Hasselt University
• Editor-in-Chief of Materials and Structures

His research focuses on alkali-activated materials and geopolymer binders for sustainable construction, with key themes in chemical speciation, waste immobilization, and novel cement systems for nuclear applications.

Recent publications highlight 15 representative articles spanning topics:

• Radiation-resistant cementitious matrices
• Geopolymer synthesis for heavy metal containment
• Thermodynamic modeling of binder systems
• Corrosion mechanisms in alkali-activated concretes
• Low-carbon cement alternatives
• Microstructural analysis via advanced spectroscopy

Scientific Recognition:

• RILEM Robert L'Hermite Medal recipient
• Hasselt University Honorary Doctorate
• Editorial leadership roles in major journals

Contact: j.provis@sheffield.ac.uk | Sir Robert Hadfield Building, University of Sheffield