Welcome to the Concrete and Net-Zero Nexus (CNN) group

We are a dynamic research group within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT), at The University of Melbourne (UoM). Our group focuses on understanding the interconnection between concrete, the most-human-made material and Net-Zero transition, which is the defining challenge for achieving the 2050 target and beyond. The increasing global population and urbanisation have driven the demand for concrete, making it a key area of Net-Zero research due to the CO2 emissions from cement production and the consumption of natural resources. Simultaneously, the push to meet the Net-Zero target by 2050 has accelerated the global energy transition, necessitating the rapid deployment of energy storage and infrastructure.

Concrete plays a pivotal role in modern society, from building homes to supporting major civil and energy infrastructures. Our research takes a holistic approach, exploring, developing, and implementing innovative concrete materials for both traditional and emerging applications. We are on a mission to develop engineering solutions that advance the interdisciplinary nexus of concrete and the Net-Zero transition and actively seeking passionate PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to join our team (more info)!.

News

07 Dec 2024

Dr Tuan Nguyen is part of the team awarded an ARC DP project!

01 Nov 2024

Welcome Saurab!

04 Oct 2024

Our paper on recycled glass concrete is published on CBM!

23 Sep 2024

Dr Tuan Nguyen was featured in the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List for 2024!

01 Sep 2024

Welcome Vithushanthini Arulkumar, Santosh Mishra, Atabak Fardnam, Arafat Chowdhury — our lab is officially starting!