Giuseppe Loporcaro

PhD opportunity at the University of Canterbury with Giuseppe Loporcaro , Senior Lecturer, on a project exploring how 3D concrete printing can help create safer, lower-carbon structures in earthquake-prone regions. The research sits at the intersection of structural engineering , seismic performance , numerical modelling , finite element analysis , structural optimisation , and additive manufacturing . It will use unique large-scale experimental data from UC to develop advanced modelling and optimisation tools that improve seismic performance while reducing material use and embodied carbon. This is a strong fit for applicants with a Master’s in Structural Engineering or a related field who are interested in modelling, simulation, experimental research, and the future of construction. The scholarship includes a $32,650/year stipend , PhD tuition fees for up to three years , and up to $5,000 in research expenses . There are no citizenship or residency restrictions . Deadline: 27 October 2026. Apply: Submit your application through the UC Scholarship Portal . The supervisor asks applicants not to email or message on LinkedIn.