SYNOPSIS 1

Reinforced concrete (RC) structures are susceptible to steel corrosion during their service life, caused by various factors including exposure to marine environments, use of sea-sand in concrete, or use of de-icing salts in winter. The problem ofcorrosion of RC structures can be tackled by either reducing corrosion, or structural strengthening or both. Current practices typically involve tackling one of the two problems.

SYNOPSIS 2

As the construction industry races toward net-zero targets, low-carbon concretes have emerged as a critical pathway for reducing embodied emissions. However, the shift from traditional Portland cement to alternative binders such as fly ash, slagand geopolymer concrete with the introduction of steel fibres in concrete introduces changes in material properties that challenge long-standing current state-of-the-art design assumptions in EN 1992-4.

SPEAKERS BIODATA

Dr. Jessey Lee is an Associate Professor and Deputy Chair at the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology. With over a decade of experience spanning academia and industry, she specializes in fastenings in concrete, timber and steel modular construction and reliability studies. Dr. Lee has successfully led more than 40 research projects for national and international clients including manufacturers, consultants and government bodies. Her career includes roles as Senior Lecturer, AEFAC Training Manager and Senior Structural Engineer, reflecting astrong blend of technical expertise and leadership in engineering innovation.

Dr. Meini Su is a Reader in Structural Engineering at The University of Manchester, UK. She holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Imperial College London and The University of Hong Kong with a specialization in plastic design of aluminium alloy structures. Dr. Su isa Chartered Engineer (IStructE & ICE) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her academic journey spans roles from Lecturer to Reader, with international experience in China and Hong Kong. She also leads the Safer Infrastructure Theme at the Thomas Ashton Institute and serves as a Visiting Scholar in Hong Kong. Dr. Su is actively involved in professional bodies including EPSRC, FIB, RILEM and the Concrete Society, contributing to both research and industry advancement