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Dr Ioannis Katsivalis is an Assistant Professor (UK Lecturer) in Structural Engineering, focusing on the damage and fracture of materials and structures, and employing both experimental and numerical methods.
Ioannis earned his PhD in Engineering from the University of Southampton in 2020, during which he also completed a two-year placement in A*STAR, Singapore. His doctoral research focused on the experimental and numerical analysis of adhesive joints in glass structures. Following his PhD, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of Cambridge, the University of Limerick, and Chalmers University of Technology, where his work spanned lightweight structures, wind energy, and decarbonisation of transport.
Ioannis is passionate about sustainable development and energy transition and his current research interests lie in bio-inspired composites, hydrogen storage tanks, and composite adhesive joints.
Willing to supervise doctoral students
Interested in supervising students with research interests in:
- Experimental mechanics
- Composite materials
- Bolted and bonded connections
- Hydrogen storage
Education/Academic qualification
Engineering, Doctor of Engineering, Strength analysis and failure prediction of glass/adhesive joints, University of Southampton
1 Sept 2015 → 1 Sept 2019
Award Date: 20 Feb 2020
External positions
Visiting researcher, Chalmers University of Technology
2 Sept 2024 → 1 Sept 2025
Postdoctoral researcher, Chalmers University of Technology
15 Aug 2022 → 30 Aug 2024
Postdoctoral research associate, University of Limerick
4 Jan 2021 → 30 Jun 2022
Postdoctoral research associate, University of Cambridge
1 Oct 2019 → 30 Sept 2020
Keywords
- TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
- TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
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 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
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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Projects
- 1 Active
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Toughening mechanisms for adhesive joints using macro- and micro-structural modifications
Katsivalis, I. (PI) & Suraweera, M. (Researcher)
1/10/25 → …
Project: Other
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Damage mechanisms of adhesively bonded joints of thin tow-based discontinuous composites
Katsivalis, I., de Araujo Alves Lima, R., Moreau, F., Asp, L. E. & Teixeira de Freitas, S., 31 Mar 2026, In: Composites Part C: Open Access. 19, 100690.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A parametric study on the mesostructure design and stiffness of tow-based discontinuous composites using a voxel finite element model
Gulfo, L., Katsivalis, I., Asp, L. E. & Fagerström, M., 10 Nov 2025, In: Composites Science and Technology. 272, 111369.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Compressive properties of thin tow-based discontinuous composites
Katsivalis, I., Tongloet, A., Wu, X., Norrby, M., Moreau, F., Pimenta, S., Wisnom, M. R., Zenkert, D. & Asp, L. E., 1 Mar 2025, In: Composites Part B - Engineering. 292, 112085 p., 112085.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Thin tow-based discontinuous composites: Notched performance and energy absorption
Katsivalis, I., Safranoglou, V., Zenkert, D. & Asp, L. E., May 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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A 3D voxel-based mesostructure generator for finite element modelling of tow-based discontinuous composites
Gulfo, L., Haglund Nilsson, O., Sjöberg, J., Katsivalis, I., Asp, L. E. & Fagerström, M., 1 Jun 2024, In: Composites Part B: Engineering. 278, 12 p., 111405.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
Prizes
Activities
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Composites Part A - Applied Science and Manufacturing (Journal)
Katsivalis, I. (Peer reviewer)
1 Jan 2021 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Computational tools and design of lightweight composite hydrogen tanks
Katsivalis, I. (Supervisor), Asp, L. E. (Supervisor) & Fagerström, M. (Supervisor)
1 Jan 2023 → …Activity: External examination and supervision › External supervision / mentoring
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Composites Science and Technology (Journal)
Katsivalis, I. (Peer reviewer)
1 Jan 2021 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Glass Structures and Engineering (Journal)
Katsivalis, I. (Peer reviewer)
1 Jan 2020Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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Compressive properties of thin tow-based discontinuous composites
Katsivalis, I. (Speaker)
Oct 2024Activity: Public, Community and School Engagement › Public talk, lecture, debate, seminar, workshop