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Research interests
I am a Materials Engineer with a PhD in Building Materials from Lulea University of Technology, Sweden. My main expertise area is mechanochemical activation of resources for use as sustainable cement replacements. I am also interested in the advancement of energy-efficient materials for building solutions and the integration of nanomaterials to enhance performance and durability. My work aims to bridge scientific innovation with practical implementation, collaborating with a global network of researchers and industry partners to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly technologies and materials for construction.
Membership in Professional Organizations
- American Concrete Institute - ACI (since 2018)
- RILEM (since 2019)
- RILEM TC EBD - Test methods to evaluate durability of blended cement pastes against deleterious ions (since 2020)
- RILEM Technical Committtee TES - Thermal energy storage in cementitious composites (since 2020)
Education/Academic qualification
Building Materials, Doctor of Science, "Revalorization of poorly reactive sources by mechanochemical activation", Luleå tekniska universitet
1 Sept 2017 → 27 Jun 2022
Award Date: 27 Jun 2022
Materials Engineering, Master in Science, "Study of self-flow fine mortars rheological properties and their early dimensional stability behaviour", Polytechnic University of Tirana
Oct 2014 → Oct 2016
Award Date: 14 Oct 2016
External positions
Fellow - Diaspora Research Expertise, Albanian-American Development Foundation
May 2023 → Dec 2023
Postdoctoral Researcher, Luleå tekniska universitet
Jul 2022 → Dec 2024
Vice President - EIT Raw Materials Alumni, EIT Raw Materials
Feb 2021 → Jan 2023
Keywords
- Q Science (General)
- Mechanochemical activation
- Supplementary cementitious materials
- Clays
- Mine Tailings
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):
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SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action
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Scaled-up mechanochemical activation of clay minerals
Ke, X. (PI), Bernal Lopez, S. (CoI), Calabria-Holley, J. (CoI), Heath, A. (CoI), Tole, I. (Researcher) & Wilson, J. (Researcher)
1/10/24 → 28/02/25
Project: Research council
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EIC pathfinder X-SeeO2 - Real-time X-ray diffraction and microstructure imaging: accelerating the transformation of cementitious materials into CO2 sinks
Bernal Lopez, S. (PI), Ke, X. (CoI) & Tole, I. (Researcher)
1/10/25 → 30/09/29
Project: EU Commission
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Engineered UK clays for production of low-carbon cements
Bernal Lopez, S. (PI) & Tole, I. (Researcher)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/10/24 → 31/12/26
Project: Research council
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Mechanochemical activation of natural clay minerals: an alternative to produce sustainable cementitious binders – review
Tole, I., Habermehl-Cwirzen, K. & Cwirzen, A., 8 May 2019, In: Mineralogy and Petrology. 113, p. 449-462Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Enhancement of the pozzolanic activity of natural clays by mechanochemical activation
Tole, I., Delogu, F., Qoku, E., Habermehl-Cwirzen, K. & Cwirzen, A., 17 Oct 2022, In: Construction and Building Materials. 352, 11 p., 128739.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Reviewing experimental studies on latent thermal energy storage in cementitious composites: report of the RILEM TC 299-TES
Fabiani, C., Erkizia, E., Snoeck, D., Rajczakowska, M., Tole, I., Ribeiro, R. R., Azenha, M., Caggiano, A. & Pisello, A. L., 31 Mar 2025, In: Materials and Structures. 58, 2, 58.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Activation of a Raw Clay by Mechanochemical Process—Effects of Various Parameters on the Process Efficiency and Cementitious Properties
Tole, I., Habermehl-Cwirzen, K., Rajczakowska, M. & Cwirzen, A., 29 Sept 2018, In: Materials. 11, 10, 1860.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Geopolymer Based on Mechanically Activated Air-cooled Blast Furnace Slag
Tole, I., Rajczakowska, M., Humad, A., Kothari, A. & Cwirzen, A., 4 Mar 2020, In: Materials. 13, 5, 1134.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Prizes
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TOP Stars 2018 - Innovando Challenge Award
Tole, I. (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Materials and Structures: Best Reviewer of 2023
Tole, I. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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1st International Conference on Smart Materials for Sustainable Construction
Tole, I. (Organiser)
10 Dec 2019 → 13 Dec 2019Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Other academic event (organisation, presentation, attendance)
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Institute of Concrete Technology visit to ACE labs
Paine, K. (Host), Calabria-Holley, J. (Host), Ferrandiz-Mas, V. (Host), Tole, I. (Host), Shagnay Pucha, S. (Host) & Wilson, J. (Host)
1 May 2026Activity: Knowledge Exchange (Industry, Government, NGOs) › Hosting a visitor
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RILEM Spring Convention and Conference on advanced construction materials and processes for a carbon neutral society
Tole, I. (Chair)
11 Apr 2024Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Conference or panel chair
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Cement & Concrete Composites (Journal)
Tole, I. (Peer reviewer)
2022 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Cement and Concrete Research (Journal)
Tole, I. (Peer reviewer)
2024 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review