We are looking for a talented and motivated early-stage researcher (ESR) with a strong interest in historic mortars, architectural conservation, building technology, durability and sustainability of building materials an...
We are looking for a talented and motivated early-stage researcher (ESR) with a strong interest in historic mortars, architectural conservation, building technology, durability and sustainability of building materials and/or archaeology, to advance the following PhD research project.
Project Title
From Roman to Green cement - Technological developments and social aspects
Field of Expertise
Architecture technology, building technology, materials and archaeological science, architecture, engineering.
Objectives
ESR 10 will explore the influence of different cultures on the architecture and mortar technology in the eastern Mediterranean region, aiming to compare and evaluate the development of building techniques and technological solutions chosen by craftspeople through time. It will also focus on the interpretation of physical, chemical and mechanical properties of mortars produced through the centuries (e.g. changes from pure lime and lime with pozzolan mortars to the systematic production of Roman Cement, Cocciopesto (Kourassani), and later, during the 18th century AD, the introduction of modern cement), taking into account respective social context(s), their use and initial performance requirements, along with potential cultural interactions and imported technological solutions.
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