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Resilient Pavement : Sustainable Solutions & Molecular Analysis
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Dr Euniza Jusli Lecturer PhD , BEng ( Hons )
Research expertise : Pavement materials , advanced laboratory testing ( micro to nano scales , physical , mechanical , structural ), sustainable material for climate resilience , molecular dynamic simulation .
E : euniza . jusli @ monash . edu T : + 603 5514 6254
Pavement engineering is crucial for developing durable infrastructure , yet climate change poses significant threats to pavement quality , including increased temperature fluctuations and extreme weather events that can accelerate deterioration . Recognizing that reliance on natural resources alone may not ensure long-term sustainability , innovation in resilient pavement materials is essential . Our work focuses on flexible pavements that incorporate sustainable materials to withstand climate impacts . Through comprehensive laboratory testing from micro to nano scales , we analyze the physical , mechanical , and structural properties of these materials .
Additionally , we employ molecular dynamic simulation to explore and enhance material behaviors at the molecular level , driving forward the development of more sustainable and resilient pavement solutions .
Flexible Pavement
Low Carbon Footprint Precast Concrete Products for an Energy Efficient Built Environment
Dr Daniel Kong Senior Lecturer BEng ( Hons ) PhD CPEng MIEAust
Research expertise : Cement and Concrete Research , Fire Engineering , Infrastructure Management , Vulnerability Assessment Framework for Climate Change
E : daniel . kong @ monash . edu T : + 603 5514 4950
This research aims to develop a ‘ cementless concrete ’ called LowCoPreCon – a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to Ordinary Portland Cement ( OPC ). OPC is used in virtually all construction applications . Unfortunately , its production contributes a staggering 8 % of global CO2 emissions . This project harnesses silica-rich ash sources and alkali waste streams – both waste products – in order to produce an OPC alternative that is stronger , more heat resistant and significantly lower in carbon . The three-year project will culminate in the construction of a fully functional residential dwelling and pedestrian bridge made with LowCoPreCon that will serve as a platform to raise awareness of the research .
LowCoPreCon brings together a consortium of seven partners in a UK-Malaysia Innovation Bridge ( Monash University , The Queen ’ s University of Belfast , Creagh Concrete Products Ltd , Macrete Ireland Ltd , University of Malaya , Sunway Paving Solutions and Ikhmas Jaya Group ) and is one of the University ’ s larger international research grants received .
Flexiarch bridge system based on modern precast concrete methods
Molecular structure ( courtesy Pixabay )
Hydrocarbon fire test on reinforced concrete columns
RESEARCHER PROFILE 2025 / 2026