Michael McCarthy

Michael McCarthy is an Associate Professor in Civil Engineering at the University of Dundee, specializing in sustainable construction materials and low-carbon concrete technologies. His research focuses on optimizing cement alternatives such as fly ash, calcined clays, and lime-stabilized materials to reduce environmental impact. He leads projects like Low Carbon Concretes for Scottish Infrastructure Development (2023–2026) and collaborates with industrial partners to advance material science and industrial symbiosis.

McCarthy’s work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in waste utilization and carbon footprint reduction. His activities include presenting at global conferences (e.g., World of Coal Ash 2024) and serving on the editorial board of Magazine of Concrete Research. He has supervised 4 research projects, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in construction sustainability.

Key areas of expertise include fly ash recovery, cementitious composite development, and formwork engineering. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and industry reports, with notable contributions to low-carbon concrete specifications and durability standards.