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Professor Mizi Fan is a distinguished academic in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences at Brunel University. Holding the position of Professor, they serve as Chair of the Board of Examiners for Civil Engineering and Head/Director of Research for the Department of Civil Engineering. Professor Fan maintains significant external affiliations including Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), Principal Scientist at Building Research Establishment (UK, Associate), and appointment by the UK Foundation of Science and Technology as UK representative for the Committee of European Cooperation in the Field of Scientific and Technological Research.
Professor Fan's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas in sustainable construction and advanced materials. Their work focuses on natural fiber composites, vacuum insulation panels, geopolymers, self-healing cementitious materials, and nanocellulose technologies. The research portfolio demonstrates expertise in transforming waste materials into high-value construction products, developing sustainable insulation solutions, and creating novel energy storage materials from biomass resources. Their interdisciplinary approach bridges civil engineering, materials science, and environmental sustainability, with particular emphasis on practical applications that address pressing challenges in green construction and resource efficiency.
Analysis of Professor Fan's extensive publication record (222 publications) reveals consistent high-impact contributions across multiple domains. Recent work shows increasing focus on sustainable material systems, with significant contributions to vacuum insulation panel technology, self-healing concrete mechanisms, and advanced biomass utilization. The research demonstrates strong international collaboration patterns and addresses critical challenges in building energy efficiency, waste resource utilization, and sustainable construction materials development.
- Fellow, Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3)
- UK representative for Committee of European Cooperation in Field of Scientific and Technological Research
- Editorial Board member for Construction and Technology journal
- Editorial Board member for Indoor and Built Environment journal
- Editorial Board member for Nature Science journal
- External Evaluator for EU Framework Programmes (FP5, FP6, FP7)
- External Evaluator for Greek Ministry of Education R&D programme
Professor Fan's research activities are supported through multiple international collaborations and funding mechanisms, including coordination of complex EU projects. Their work demonstrates strong translation from fundamental materials research to practical engineering applications, particularly in sustainable construction technologies. The research group maintains active partnerships with industry and research institutions across Europe and Asia, facilitating the development of innovative solutions for real-world construction challenges.
