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).
Dr. Esmaeel Esmaeeli is a Senior Lecturer in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Brunel University London, serving as Course Director for the MSc in Structural Engineering. His work focuses on sustainable structural retrofitting solutions, safety, and resilience of concrete and masonry structures. Brunel University London (Current: Senior Lecturer) Queen’s University Belfast (Postdoctoral Fellow, Horizon 2020 MSC Fellowship) University of Minho (PhD research on Hybrid Composite Plate) K. N. Toosi University (MSc research on seismic strengthening) His research spans advanced materials like Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composite (SHCC) and Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) for seismic retrofitting, computational modeling of FRP-concrete interfaces, and dynamic response under extreme loads. Recent work includes the SMArtPlate and Hybrid Composite Plate (HCP) systems. Scientific recognition includes the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship and a Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) scholarship. He has advised on structural vulnerability assessments and leads teams in consultancy projects.
Mithila Achintha is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Sustainable Infrastructure Materials at the University of Manchester, leading Construction Materials research within the School of Engineering. He is also the Programme Director for Civil Engineering Undergraduate Programmes. Previously, he held roles at the University of Southampton and the University of Oxford. His research focuses on sustainable construction materials, low-carbon technologies, and innovative structural solutions. Educated at the University of Cambridge (PhD, Structural Engineering) and the University of Moratuwa (BSc, Civil Engineering), he holds professional qualifications including Fellowships from the Institution of Structural Engineers (FIStructE), Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (FIMMM), and Advance HE (FHEA). He is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and serves on the EPSRC Peer Review College. Research interests span experimental and computational investigations of concrete, FRP, and glass composites; infrastructure carbon quantification; digital design; and circular economy principles. He has secured over £1M in research funding from UKRI/EPSRC, the European Commission, and industry partners. Notable projects include the Lower Thames Crossings carbon analysis and the EPSRC-funded 'Towards Low Impact Concrete Structures' initiative. His work has produced over 75 peer-reviewed publications and a book chapter on 'Sustainability of Glass in Construction,' with ongoing projects on graphene-enhanced concrete and biochar carbon sequestration. He supervises six current PhD students and has mentored 11 graduates, including faculty members at Universities of Bath, Ankara, and Nanjing. Awards include the University of Southampton's Global Partnerships Award and multiple student research prizes. He collaborates with industry leaders like National Highways, Structural Metal Decks Ltd, and Rolls-Royce, emphasizing application-driven innovation.
Professor Antony Darby holds a faculty position in the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering at the University of Bath , where he serves as Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange . His research focuses on structural dynamics and concrete structure assessment, supported by facilities like the world-unique VSimulators (a collaboration with the University of Exeter). He works with interdisciplinary teams to address motion serviceability criteria and develops passive vibration control methods using impact dampers. Expert in structural strengthening with advanced composites (e.g., carbon fiber) Lead author of Concrete Society’s TR55 design guidance UK principal expert on Eurocode 2 committee for FRP guidelines His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to sustainable cities and climate action. Recent publications span topics like structural stone scaling, offshore wind foundations, and occupant comfort in tall buildings. He actively supervises doctoral students and engages in industry knowledge exchange activities.
Dr Alrazi Earij is a Civil Engineering Lecturer and Programme Leader for the BEng (Hons) GA in Civil Engineering at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). He holds external examiner roles at Edinburgh Napier University and the University of the West of England (UWE). Previously, he worked at West Herts College and Brunel University London, with experience in teaching, research, and industry consultancy. Education: BSc (Hons) MSc PhD PGCE Professional certifications: SFHEA, FIHE, FCIHT, M.ASCE, MIMechE Research Interests: Focuses on applications of fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP) in retrofitting reinforced-concrete structures, computational modeling (3D finite-element analysis), and experimental validation. His work addresses structural strengthening techniques and improving design guidelines for civil infrastructure. Publications Overview: His research blends computational and experimental approaches, with a focus on reinforced-concrete behavior and FRP integration. Key contributions include advancing nonlinear finite-element methods and validating models against experimental data. Awards: 1st Prize for Oral Presentation at ResCon 14 (2014) 3rd Prize for Poster Presentation at ResCon 12 (2012) Best Performance in Pre-sessional English Programme (2010) Teaching & Supervision: Leads undergraduate modules in structural engineering, civil engineering projects, and supervises Honours and Applied Research Projects. Engages in outreach activities, including STEM education initiatives in schools. Collaborations: Partners with institutions like Brunel University London and Changchun Institute of Technology, China, on material science and structural design projects.
Dr Levingshan Augusthus Nelson is a Lecturer at The University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment, affiliated with the Centre for Future Engineering. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from the University of Cambridge (2012) and a BSc Eng (Hons) in Civil Engineering from the University of Moratuwa (2006). His research focuses on robustness of structures, retrofitting, sustainable materials, and quasi-brittle fracture mechanics. He has received awards including the Clancy Prize (2023), Research into Practice Award (2022), and Lundgren Research Award (2010). Teaching includes courses like Tall Building Design and Civil Engineering Surveying . He supervises PhD students and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to resilient infrastructure and sustainable cities. Recognitions include roles as an ICE Chartered Professional Reviewer, EPSRC Peer Review College member, and editorial roles in journals like Masonry International . His research outputs span advanced analytical models for FRP-concrete interfaces, scaling laws for progressive collapse studies, and innovative masonry arch bridge assessment methods. Key projects include KTP collaborations with industry and studies on geomechanical effects in shale production.
Dr. Messaoud Saidani is an Associate Professor and Associate Director of Research and Engagement at Coventry University, with a focus on Structural Engineering and sustainable materials. He holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham and has extensive experience in pan-European and UK research projects. His research interests include steel connections, welding processes, fracture mechanics, and the use of industrial waste in construction. He has published over 150 papers and serves on editorial boards of international journals. Research Interests: Steel and metallic connections Welding and fracture mechanics Novel composite materials Industrial waste utilization Sustainable construction materials Recent Contributions: His work emphasizes sustainable engineering solutions, including geopolymer mortars, metakaolin-based binders, and lightweight concrete. He actively advises PhD students on topics like recycled aggregates and FRP composites. Awards: Emerald Group Publishing Award for Best Paper (2013) Best Overall Student Award (1986) Reinforced Aer-Tech Novel Material Award (2008) Projects & Grants: Led projects totaling over £4M, including 'CIMSTEEL: Computer-Integrated Manufacturing for Constructional Steelwork' and 'Making Engineering Fun to Learn' (2011-2012). Supervised 21 research projects, emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
Ashraf Ashour is a Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of Bradford , affiliated with the School of BEACI within the Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies . He holds a PhD from Cambridge University (1994) and has held leadership roles including Head of Civil Engineering (2007–2012) and Director of Research at the School of Engineering (2014–2018). He is a Fellow of the Institution of Structural Engineers (FIStructE) and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) . Education: BEng (Civil Engineering, 1985), PhD (Cambridge, 1994) Leadership Roles: Director of the Centre for Sustainable Environments, Chair of Portugal’s Civil & Geological Engineering Panel (2024–25) Grants: £720K British Council grant (2025), €550K EU Horizon projects (2024) His research focuses on sustainable construction materials , resilient infrastructure , and smart structural systems . Notable contributions include developing sustainable concrete from construction waste , which won the Newton Prize 2020 . He has authored over 300 papers and led projects funded by EU Horizon 2020, EPSRC, and others. Prof. Ashour is an Associate Editor for Structures (Elsevier) and Composite Structures (Elsevier) , and has examined 46 PhD theses globally. His 2024 Elsevier book on sustainable concrete materials further solidifies his influence in advancing eco-friendly infrastructure. Key labs/centers: Centre for Sustainable Environments (Bradford), Collaborative projects with Brazil, Egypt, Malaysia, and Vietnam via British Council grants.
Dr. Ali Abbas is an Associate Professor of Structural Engineering at the University of East London, within the School of Architecture Computing and Engineering and Department of Engineering & Construction. He serves as Course Leader for both MSc Civil Engineering and MSc Structural Engineering programs, and has played a key role in developing MSc courses with Industrial Placement. Dr. Abbas leads the teaching of structural design across undergraduate and postgraduate courses and has over 40 publications in leading journals and international conferences. Dr. Abbas holds the following educational qualifications: PhD in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) from Imperial College London Diploma of Imperial College (D.I.C.) in Structural Engineering/Concrete Structures PG Cert in Advanced Study in Learning and Teaching (CASLAT) from Imperial College London Dr. Abbas has a broad research interest in structural analysis and design with a focus on improving current design guidelines. His key research theme centers on low-carbon concrete and innovations in new bio-concretes to address the climate emergency. He specializes in numerical and experimental modeling of structural systems, with particular expertise in the behavior and design of concrete structures. His research spans low-carbon concrete, self-healing and bio-concretes, fiber-reinforced concrete, concrete ground-floor slabs, seismic and impact modeling of concrete structures, and increasingly, artificial intelligence applications in structural engineering. He has strong industry links and has led several successful collaborative research projects funded by UK funding bodies. Analysis of Dr. Abbas's recent publications reveals a strong focus on sustainable concrete technologies, particularly low-carbon alternatives and self-healing properties. His work increasingly integrates biological approaches (bio-concrete) with traditional engineering principles. There's also a notable trend toward applying artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to structural engineering problems, demonstrating interdisciplinary innovation. His research has practical industry applications, with collaborations on bio-concrete manufacturing and sustainable material development. Dr. Abbas has received significant recognition for his teaching and research: National prestigious design competition winner (including the Sustainability Prize) with MSc students five times in the last eight years (2023, 2022, 2019, 2018, 2016) Several international prizes with undergraduate students Dr. Abbas has successfully supervised over 8 PhD research projects and numerous MSc and undergraduate research projects. He has secured substantial research funding from various sources including UKRI Innovate UK and the Royal Academy of Engineering. Recent successful grants include: UKRI Innovate UK Sustainable bio-based materials project (£125,689), UKRI Innovate UK Accelerated Knowledge Transfer project (£34,981), and Royal Academy of Engineering Visiting Professors Scheme (£29,030). He maintains strong industry links with organizations including Biozeroc, JP Concrete, Lytag, and ARUP. Dr. Abbas leads research in sustainable concrete technologies through collaborations with industry partners. He is a member of the fib (International Federation for Structural Concrete) Commission 4 on Concrete & Concrete Technology Task Group TG4.8 on Low Carbon Concrete, and previously served on the Institution of Structural Engineers Research Panel. His work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, focusing on making concrete construction more sustainable and resilient.
Dr Saeed Sharif is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science department at the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering , University of East London . He leads the Intelligent Technologies Research Group and serves as Course Leader for MSc Computer Science programs. With a PhD in artificial intelligence from Brunel University London , his work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Medical Technology , and Smart Infrastructure . His research interests span Medical Image Analysis , Intelligent Diagnosis Systems , Big Data Analysis , and IoT Security . Collaborations with NHS Trusts and global institutions focus on improving healthcare systems through machine learning and biomedical signal processing. 2018-2022: £268,000 KTP project with Innovate UK Multiple Research Internship Schemes at UEL (2017-2021) European Research Centre collaboration (2015) As a technical committee member for conferences like IEEE CIT and a journal Guest Editor , he drives academic discourse. He has supervised numerous PhD students and served on examination panels, while maintaining 53+ publications in venues including IEEE Access , Applied Soft Computing , and Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine .
Dr Jawed Qureshi is a Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering and Design at the Department of Engineering & Construction, School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering, University of East London. His work focuses on composite materials, structural mechanics, and civil infrastructure. He has supervised PhD student Ahmed Jawad ALBARRAM on steel-concrete composite beams since 2015. Research Interests Structural Engineering Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites Steel-Concrete Composite Systems Bridge Engineering Mechanical Behavior of Materials Dr Qureshi's publications highlight advancements in FRP composites, shear connectors, and bolted/hybrid joint systems. His work spans experimental studies, finite element modeling, and sustainability assessments, with key contributions to composite beam design and fatigue-resistant connections. Trends include material optimization, structural durability, and innovative construction techniques. PhD Supervision Ahmed Jawad ALBARRAM: "Behaviour of steel-concrete composite I-beams" (2015–present)
Mustafa Batikha is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. His roles include Associate Director of Research (2016–2024) and Founding Editor of the Centre of Excellence in Smart and Sustainable Construction (CES2C) Research Bulletin (2019–2023). He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from the University of Edinburgh and has been a full-time academic at Damascus University (1994–2015), where he also served as Director of the Steel Structures Division (2012–2014). His research focuses on non-linear structural analysis, sustainable construction materials, 3D concrete printing, and rehabilitation of structures. Notable areas include waste management in the cement industry, recycled materials in concrete, and seismic-resistant design. He has authored over 40 publications and led projects on topics like outrigger systems in tall buildings and PET bottle fibers in concrete. Batikha is a chartered member of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and a member of the International Institute for FRP in Construction (IIFC). His consultancy work spans structural design and rehabilitation across multiple countries. He has also contributed to national training programs in Syria and served on editorial boards for journals like Materials . His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable cities (Goal 11) and responsible consumption (Goal 12). Key grants include studies on decarbonization of the UAE cement industry and cost-efficiency in tall building design.
Lorna Anguilano is a Senior Research Fellow at Brunel University London within the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. She serves as Director of the Experimental Techniques Centre (ETC) and Assistant Director of the Wolfson Centre for Sustainable Materials Development and Processing. Her academic background includes a PhD in Archaeometallurgy with extensive expertise in material characterization techniques including X-Ray Diffraction, X-Ray Fluorescence, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Electron Back-Scattering Diffraction. Dr. Anguilano's research focuses on upcycling waste and recovery of secondary raw materials, with particular emphasis on metal and polymer recycling for energy and aquaculture applications, phytomining of critical raw materials, and ongoing archaeometallurgical studies. Her work bridges sustainable materials engineering with historical metallurgical practices. Her recent publication portfolio demonstrates interdisciplinary research spanning sustainable materials, waste valorization, structural engineering, and archaeometallurgy. Key trends include bioplastics development from seaweed, concrete retrofitting technologies, medical waste sustainability, and advanced material characterization techniques for both contemporary and historical applications. As Quality Manager of the Experimental Techniques Centre, she provides consultancy in material characterization and failure diagnosis while actively developing research in materials characterization and development. Her leadership extends to directing research centers focused on sustainable materials processing and experimental techniques.
Dr. Irwanda Laory is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Warwick, specializing in Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), damage detection, and intelligent infrastructure. He holds a BSc from Bandung Institute of Technology (Indonesia), an MSc from Bauhaus-Universität Weimar (Germany), and a PhD from EPFL (Switzerland). His research focuses on data interpretation methods, measurement system design, and computer-aided engineering for infrastructure resilience. Education: BSc Civil Engineering, Bandung Institute of Technology MSc Natural Hazard and Mitigation in Structural Engineering, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar PhD Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) Research emphasizes SHM techniques, Bayesian structural identification, and the integration of machine learning in civil infrastructure. Key contributions include thermal strain extraction for bridge assessment and anomaly detection using neural networks. His work spans smart materials, sensor networks, and sustainable construction practices. Publications highlight advancements in model-free data interpretation, damage detection algorithms, and infrastructure monitoring. Notable awards include the SHMII-8 Best Paper Award (2017). Grants and Projects: ENHANCE Erasmus+ Project (€1M, 2018) Warwick Impact Fund (£28.3k, 2015) Newton Fund Institutional Links Grant (£67.7k, 2016) Advises PhD students including Mr. Pamuncak (2017–2021) and oversees the Warwick SHM Group. Collaborates with institutions like the Warwick Institute for Science of Cities and the Center for Intelligent Infrastructure in Indonesia (IntelStruct).
Pam Fom is a Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the CEES School of The Environment. Her research focuses on advanced composite materials, particularly fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), structural analysis, and sustainable construction techniques. She collaborates extensively on projects involving FRP-concrete interfaces, boundary conditions in structural systems, and lightweight construction materials. Her work combines experimental methodologies with material science to address challenges in structural engineering. Key areas of investigation include FRP composite jointed frames, shear characterization in superstructural connections, and the application of basalt FRP bars in concrete beams. Dr. Fom has contributed to peer-reviewed publications since 2019, with notable outputs in Engineering Solid Mechanics and Structures . Her research has been cited widely, reflecting its relevance to both academic and applied engineering contexts.
