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Tim Ibell is a Professor in the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER). He has held leadership roles including Head of Department, Associate Dean (Graduate Studies), and Associate Dean (Research). His career includes a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award (2002) and a stint as Sir Kirby Laing Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and has received six best journal-paper awards.
Education: Postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge following industry experience. Joined Bath in 1997.
Research focuses on sustainable construction materials, FRP reinforcement, and embodied carbon reduction in concrete structures. His work aligns with UN SDGs on climate action and sustainable cities. Key innovations include fabric-formed concrete structures and low-carbon pile foundations.
Recent projects include EPSRC-funded studies on pile optimization, creative design teaching, and resource efficiency in industrial strategy. Collaborations span UK and international institutions.
Awards include the Institution of Structural Engineers' recognition and Royal Academy of Engineering Fellowship.
Advising and grants: Supervises PhD students in sustainable construction. Leads multi-million-pound research projects addressing embodied carbon and material efficiency.
Labs/Teams: Directs CAER and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects like ACORN (Automating Concrete Construction) and MEICON (Minimising Energy in Construction).
