Material science and structural engineering: a chance to make a difference

Calcined clay has emerged as one of the most promising solutions to the challenge of finding a replacement to ground granulated blast-furnace slag and pulverised fuel ash or fly ash. This article examines its technical properties, environmental benefits, and practical implementation for structural engineers within current standards and practices.

An interactive conference that connected engineering educators and industry to explore and shape the future of engineering education.

Watch this presentation from the 2026 Structural safety and risk conference calling on structural engineers to act with ambition and moral courage to prioritise people’s lived experiences in organisational decision-making.