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Geert De Schutter is a Research Professor in Concrete Technology at Ghent University and Head of the Department of Structural Engineering and Building Materials. He has a Master of Science in Civil Engineering (1990) and a PhD in Civil Engineering (1996). He has held various academic positions, including guest professorships at international universities such as Oita University, University of Cergy-Pontoise, and Tongji University. A prominent researcher in concrete technology, he has authored over 700 publications and has been recognized with numerous awards including the RILEM Robert L’Hermite Medal and ACI Arthur Anderson Medal. Geert is actively involved in RILEM and has contributed significantly to numerous scientific committees and working groups focused on structural materials. His research interests encompass hydration microstructure development, properties of hardening concrete, and durability of cementitious materials. He is known for his influence on advancing concrete technology through innovative research and teaching.
Ghent University • Ghent, Belgium
Leading research in concrete technology and supervising doctoral students.
Department of Structural Engineering and Building Materials • Ghent, Belgium
Responsible for the academic and administrative leadership of the department.