As of November 2024, Morteza Tayebi is a doctoral researcher in the Department of the Built Environment at TU/e. His current research focuses on innovative binder systems and the reuse of industrial waste materials in construction, aiming to reduce the construction industry's carbon footprint and bridge the gap between research and practical application.

In July 2024, Morteza earned his M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Politecnico di Milano. His thesis was part of a collaborative research project involving Politecnico di Milano (Italy), DTU (Denmark), and the University of Oulu (Finland). His research examined the hydration, fresh, and hardened properties of MgO-based binders with polycarboxylate ether-based superplasticizers, offering valuable contributions to sustainable material development in civil engineering.

During his undergraduate studies, Morteza conducted research on steel fiber-reinforced concrete (SFRC) with nylon aggregate, particularly its performance after fire exposure. This work resulted in several publications in reputable journals, including Construction and Building Materials, Building Materials, Structures, and Archive of Civil and Mechanical Engineering.

His goal is to make meaningful contributions to sustainable urban development and the global effort to mitigate climate change through engineering innovations.

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