Tatheer Zahra

Dr. Tatheer Zahra is a Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), within the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering. Her research focuses on sustainable construction materials, including auxetic composites and masonry systems, aimed at enhancing structural impact resistance and reducing environmental impact. She actively collaborates with industry to promote mortarless masonry and seismic retrofitting solutions.

• Education: PhD in Civil Engineering from Queensland University of Technology.
• Affiliations: Member of Standards Australia BD-004 Committee, Engineers Australia, The Masonry Society (TMS, USA), and Pakistan Engineering Council.
• Teaching: 14+ years of experience in civil engineering education, specializing in materials, structural analysis, and masonry design. Recognized for excellence in student engagement with awards in 2021.

Research Interests:

• Development of 3D-printed auxetic composites for structural protection.
• Seismic and impact resistance of masonry structures.
• Advancement of sustainable construction practices through mortarless masonry and coral concrete.

Grants & Projects: Collaborations include the Concrete Masonry Association Australia and industry-led studies on masonry arch bridges. Key projects involve seismic retrofitting and serviceability assessments of heritage structures.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with QUT’s Centre for Materials Science and Centre for the Environment. Leads research into innovative materials and structural systems.