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Read more at: Cambridge Laing O’Rourke Centre researchers present latest work on digital transformation in construction at IGLC-ISARC 2026

Cambridge Laing O’Rourke Centre researchers present latest work on digital transformation in construction at IGLC-ISARC 2026

22 July 2026

Researchers from the Cambridge Laing O’Rourke Centre represented the Centre at the joint International Group for Lean Construction (IGLC) and International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC) Conference, hosted by the National University of Singapore. Dr Danny Murguia, Dr Ashan Asmone and Dr...


Read more at: CEM alumnus presents research on improving bridge construction productivity at international conference

CEM alumnus presents research on improving bridge construction productivity at international conference

21 July 2026

Research by Construction Engineering Masters (CEM) alumnus Andrew Traill has been showcased at one of the construction sector's leading international conferences, highlighting the impact of CEM graduates in advancing industry innovation. Andrew co-authored the paper, "Design for Manufacture, Assembly, and Improved...


Read more at: Ideas and innovation showcased at the 14th Annual CEM Dissertation Conference

Ideas and innovation showcased at the 14th Annual CEM Dissertation Conference

18 July 2026

Ideas, innovation and real-world impact were celebrated at the 14th Annual Construction Engineering Masters (CEM) Dissertation Conference, where students presented research addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing the construction industry. The conference marked the culmination of the students' dissertation...


Read more at: CV4DT researchers present latest advances in digital twins and urban modelling at ISPRS Congress 2026

CV4DT researchers present latest advances in digital twins and urban modelling at ISPRS Congress 2026

17 July 2026

Dr Olaf Wysocki, Assistant Research Professor at the University of Cambridge, represented the Computer Vision for Digital Twins (CV4DT) research group at the XXV ISPRS Congress 2026 in Toronto, Canada. The CV4DT team presented three papers and co-organised a tutorial on 3D urban modelling, sharing new research in digital...


Read more at: Cambridge campaign featuring Dr Olivia Remes wins CASE Circle of Excellence Bronze Award

Cambridge campaign featuring Dr Olivia Remes wins CASE Circle of Excellence Bronze Award

8 July 2026

We are delighted to celebrate the success of Dr Olivia Remes, whose Student Mental Health Tips campaign has been recognised with a Bronze Award in the 2026 CASE Circle of Excellence Awards. The campaign provides practical, evidence-based advice to support student wellbeing, helping to encourage open conversations about...


Read more at: Cambridge research presented at ISARC 2026

Cambridge research presented at ISARC 2026

6 July 2026

Research from the Cambridge Laing O'Rourke Centre was presented at the 43rd International Symposium on Automation and Robotics in Construction (ISARC 2026) in Singapore, highlighting innovative approaches to digital technologies for geotechnical engineering. PhD researcher Nandeesh Babanagar presented the paper, Reflective...


Read more at: ECCV 2026 TwinWorld Workshop: Call for papers now open

ECCV 2026 TwinWorld Workshop: Call for papers now open

20 June 2026

We are excited to announce TwinWorld: Visual Intelligence for Built Environment Digital Twins , a European Conference on Computer Vision (ECCV) 2026 Workshop exploring the future of AI-driven digital twins for the built environment. The workshop will bring together researchers and practitioners working on large-scale 3D...


Read more at: Dr Marina S Bortolotto presents at the BGA Annual Conference following Cooling Prize success

Dr Marina S Bortolotto presents at the BGA Annual Conference following Cooling Prize success

14 June 2026

Dr Marina Schnaider Bortolotto , RA at the Cambridge Laing O'Rourke Centre, recently presented at the 23rd Annual British Geotechnical Association (BGA) Conference, held on 10 June 2026 at the Institution of Civil Engineers in Westminster, London. Marina was invited to speak as the winner of the prestigious 57th Cooling...


Read more at: Dr Murguia presents research on trust and AI-enabled decision-making in Paris workshop

Dr Murguia presents research on trust and AI-enabled decision-making in Paris workshop

10 June 2026

Dr Danny Murguia, Assistant Research Professor at the Cambridge Laing O'Rourke Centre, recently participated in the international workshop Designing Trustworthy and Sustainable Futures for Smart Buildings and Territories , held in Paris on 5 June 2026. As part of a panel on the security, ethics, and social impact of...


Read more at: Sustainable Offsite Construction project returns for third year

Sustainable Offsite Construction project returns for third year

21 May 2026

Third-year Engineering students at the University of Cambridge have begun this year’s Sustainable Offsite Construction project, which is now running for the third year. The hands-on initiative gives students the opportunity to work on a 13-metre modular bridge near the Eddington campus, using reusable precast reinforced...