معرفی
Rajeev Roychand is a Researcher in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, specializing in materials science and sustainable construction. He focuses on transforming waste materials into high-value resources, such as strengthening concrete using coffee biochar and developing eco-friendly cement alternatives. His work addresses global challenges in waste management, climate action, and infrastructure sustainability.
Education: PhD in Materials Science (2017).
Research Interests:
- Waste-to-resource innovations (e.g., coffee grounds, plastic conversion)
- CO2 mineralization in concrete
- Microplastic fragmentation and management
- Sustainable cement composites
Scientific Awards:
- Malcolm Moore Industry Research Award (2024)
- RMIT STEM Media Star Award (2023)
- RMIT Award for Impact and Collaboration (2022)
Advising & Grants: Supervises 7 PhD students and has secured $1.17M in research funding. Completed 15 industry projects with collaborators like Bondor Industries.
Labs/Teams: Leads research on ultra-low carbon cement and pyrolysis processes for plastic waste recovery. Active in interdisciplinary teams addressing circular economy challenges.
