Research showcase event

Some of the most innovative and cutting-edge construction research in Scotland was shown off by education and industry partners at a conference in Edinburgh.

Researchers from the event partners were joined by colleagues from City of Glasgow College (Scott McGibbon), Historic Scotland, Edinburgh Napier University, Constructionarium Scotland, Learn Direct and Build, and The Scottish Government to present the latest work in the field. Dr Mohamed Abdel-Wahab from Heriot-Watt University, one of the organisers of the research showcase said: “We are very privileged to have so many influential people from industry and education, as well as the Scottish Government attending the event ".

Further stating “Collaboration is absolutely crucial in ensuring we’re meeting the evolving skills and training needs of the sector to support its future development and prosperity. We’re lucky that among our partners there’s an excellent collegiate atmosphere, and the work that others are doing gives me huge confidence that we’re helping to make the industry stronger.”

http://www.hw.ac.uk/news/construction-research-showcase-17007.htm