Simon NM Wijte

Simon NM Wijte is a full professor of Sustainment of Concrete Structures at the Department of Built Environment, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research focuses on structural possibilities for reusing concrete structures and elements, contributing to circular construction principles. He leads the ReCreate project (Horizon 2020) and investigates structural reliability of precast concrete floors, such as those at Eindhoven Airport.

• Education: MSc in Built Environment from TU/e (1989)

His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly sustainable cities and responsible consumption. Key research areas include:

• Reuse of precast concrete elements
• Structural reliability assessment tools
• Crack width/spacing in concrete
• Seismic design standards (NPR 9998)
• Forensic engineering and Eurocode 2 (SC2) revisions

Recent publications analyze demountable connections, crack behavior in reinforced/prestressed concrete, and semi-probabilistic design uncertainties. Collaborations span international projects like ReCreate, with a focus on Germany and academic networks.

Advising and Standards:

• Chairman of 'TGB Betonconstructies'
• Member of CEN TC250/SC2 (Eurocode 2)
• Member of NEN working group for NPR 9998
• Peer reviewer for Structural Concrete journal (2016–2017)

He teaches courses in advanced concrete structures, geotechnics, and structural dynamics, with media contributions on safety assessments and construction sustainability.