Md Neaz Sheikh

Professor Md Neaz Sheikh is a Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of Wollongong (UOW), leading the School of Civil, Mining, Environmental and Architectural Engineering. He has held roles such as Head of School (2021–2022), Deputy Head of School (2018–2021), and Academic Program Director for Civil Engineering (2011–2018). His research focuses on concrete structures, composite materials, and structural dynamics, contributing to industry codes and over 215 publications. He has supervised >25 PhD graduates and secured >$4M in research funding, including ARC grants. Current projects include geopolymer concrete innovations and sustainable construction materials.

Education:

• PhD, University of Hong Kong (2005)
• MPhil, University of Hong Kong (2002)
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (Bangladesh)

Research Interests: Concrete durability, geopolymer materials, composite structures, and sustainable construction. His work emphasizes practical applications in infrastructure resilience and eco-friendly materials.

Grants & Leadership:

• ARC Training Centre for Advanced Technologies in Rail Track Infrastructure (IC170100006)
• ARC Discovery Project (DP210101425)
• Co-Director, International Centre for Composites in Infrastructure (ICCI)

Current supervision includes 10+ PhD students on topics like 3D-printed concrete, green composites, and thin-walled structures.

Affiliations: Editorial roles include Associate Editor of the Australian Journal of Structural Engineering and Editorial Board member for fib Structural Concrete (2020–2022).