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Research interests
Dr Dan Maskell’s research is centred on the advancement of innovative natural building materials. He is widely experienced in the study and application of natural building materials, including earth, straw bale, bio based insulation and a broad spectrum of organic and inorganic systems. His work is distinguished by a holistic approach that integrates material science, structural performance, and indoor environment regulation to support building design.
Initially grounded in the physical, mechanical, and structural characterisation of materials, Dr Maskell’s research has evolved to encompass microstructural analysis, heat and moisture transport in porous materials, life-cycle appraisal, environmental monitoring and testing, and the assessment and optimisation of indoor environmental quality.
Dr Maskell works in a highly collaborative manner, contributing to a wide range of interdisciplinary research projects at both national and international levels. He actively partners with academic institutions, industry stakeholders, and research organisations worldwide, and has played a key role in supporting numerous companies in the development, testing, and optimisation of innovative building products, helping to translate research into practical, market-ready solutions.
Willing to supervise doctoral students
- Innovative renewable construction materials
- Hygrothermal performance of materials
- Indoor Air Quality
- Health and Wellbeing of building occupants
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Civil Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy, Development of Stabilised Extruded Earth Masonry Units, University of Bath
Award Date: 1 Sept 2013
Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, University of Bath
Award Date: 1 Jul 2010
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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InNovative Bio&geo-soUrced, re-used & recycled products coupled with BIM-based dIgitaL platform for very low carbon consTruction, circular economy, energy and resource efficiency - Horizon Europe Guarantee Extension
Allen, S. (PI), Cascione, V. (CoI), Maskell, D. (CoI), Shea, A. (CoI), Walker, P. (CoI), Holcroft, N. (Researcher) & Marsh, E. (Researcher)
Innovate UK, Innovate UK Business Connect
1/12/23 → 31/05/27
Project: EU Commission
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Innovative low-cost recyclable building materials in Egyptian local construction
Maskell, D. (PI) & Cascione, V. (CoI)
1/04/24 → 30/11/25
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Reimagining Occupant-centred, Versatile and Efficient Retrofit – Travel Grant- Travel Grant
Cascione, V. (PI), Maskell, D. (CoI), Shea, A. (CoI) & Walker, P. (CoI)
31/03/24 → 29/11/24
Project: Research council
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Bio-Char Breathaboard
Maskell, D. (PI) & Walker, P. (CoI)
Innovate UK, Innovate UK Business Connect
1/10/22 → 31/03/24
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Circular Economy of Timber Buildings
Hawkins, W. (CoI), Shea, A. (CoI), Maskell, D. (CoI) & Walker, P. (CoI)
1/06/22 → 30/11/22
Project: Research-related funding
Research output
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An investigation into the thermal and hygric performance of bio-based wall systems
Dams, B., Cascione, V., Shea, A., Maskell, D., Allen, S., Walker, P. & Emmitt, S., 1 May 2025, In: Journal of Building Engineering. 101, 111727.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Circular Bio-based Walls: Applications and Challenges
Cascione, V., Dams, B., Roberts, M., Shea, A., Maskell, D., Allen, S., Walker, P. & Emmitt, S., 9 Jan 2025, The 1st International Conference on Net-Zero Built Environment - Innovations in Materials, Structures, and Management Practices. Kioumarsi, M. & Shafei, B. (eds.). Cham, Switzerland: Springer, Vol. 237. p. 1231-1242 12 p. (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering; vol. 237).Research output: Chapter or section in a book/report/conference proceeding › Chapter in a published conference proceeding
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Evaluating environmental impacts of bio-based insulation materials through scenario-based and dynamic life cycle assessment
Cascione, V., Roberts, M., Allen, S., Charbel, C., Maskell, D., Dams, B., Shea, A., Walker, P. & Emmitt, S., 28 Jan 2025, In: International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Evaluation of photocatalytic ZnO-geopolymer composites: degradation of methylene blue and α-pinene
Wilson, J., Ke, X., Maskell, D. & Ball, R. J., 30 Sept 2025, In: Cement and Concrete Composites. 162, 106125.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The future of structural design
Norman, J., Bergsagel, D., Boote, S., Dietzel, A., De Luca, F., Isaac, P., Knowles, G., Maskell, D. & De Risi, R., 12 Mar 2025, London, U. K.: Institution of Structural Engineers. 384 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book
Datasets
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Dataset for 'Measurement and analysis of air quality in temporary shelters on three continents'
Albadra, D. (Creator), Kuchai, N. (Creator), Coley, D. (Creator), Acevedo De Los Ríos, A. (Creator), Rondinel-Oviedo, D. (Creator), Rana, C. (Creator), Mower, K. (Creator), Dengel, A. (Creator), Maskell, D. (Creator) & Ball, R. (Creator), University of Bath, 4 Sept 2020
DOI: 10.15125/BATH-00894
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Thesis
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Development of Stabilised Extruded Earth Masonry Units
Maskell, D. (Author), Walker, P. (Supervisor) & Heath, A. (Supervisor), 12 Dec 2013Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis › PhD
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Activities
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ASCE Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering (Journal)
Maskell, D. (Peer reviewer)
14 Apr 2025Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Building and Environment (Journal)
Maskell, D. (Peer reviewer)
15 Apr 2025Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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ASCE Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering (Journal)
Maskell, D. (Peer reviewer)
18 Jan 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Construction and Building Materials (Journal)
Maskell, D. (Peer reviewer)
22 Sept 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (External organisation)
Maskell, D. (Reviewer)
26 Jan 2025Activity: Other contribution to the discipline › Grant peer-review