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Neal Holcroft is a Research Fellow in the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering at the University of Bath, Faculty of Engineering & Design. His work focuses on sustainable building materials, particularly bio-based insulation and the hygrothermal performance of low-carbon construction systems.
His research interests lie at the intersection of building physics, energy efficiency, and sustainable retrofit. Key areas include hygrothermal modeling, moisture transport in natural materials, performance evaluation of hemp-lime buildings, and the development and use of simulation tools like EnergyPlus. His work supports the advancement of circular economy principles in construction and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and sustainable cities.
The two most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on experimental and simulation-based assessment of bio-based building materials, particularly in retrofit contexts. These works emphasize accurate parameter determination and whole-building performance modeling, highlighting a methodological rigor in both laboratory and computational approaches.
Neal Holcroft is currently contributing as a researcher to the Horizon Europe project 'InNovative Bio&geo-soUrced, re-used & recycled products coupled with BIM-based dIgitaL platform for very low carbon consTruction', which aims to integrate sustainable materials with digital platforms for low-carbon construction.
He completed his PhD with a thesis titled 'Natural Fibre Insulation Materials for Retrofit Applications', supervised by A. Shea and P. Walker, further establishing his expertise in sustainable insulation solutions. While no formal advisees are listed, his role in major research projects indicates active mentorship and collaboration within research teams.
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