Regular biography
Rackel San Nicolas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at The University of Melbourne. With the title A/Prof, Rackel is affiliated with the university and can be contacted via email at rackel.san@unimelb.edu.au. Their professional profile is accessible through the university's findanexpert platform at https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/343340. No specific research areas or additional biographical details are provided in the available information.
Scholar-generated biography
Rackel SAN NICOLAS is a researcher at the University of Melbourne, specializing in concrete technologies and sustainable materials for constructions. Their work focuses on the development and characterization of alkali-activated binders, particularly those incorporating slag, fly ash, and nano-silica. SAN NICOLAS investigates the phase evolution, gel nanostructure, and structural changes in these materials, with an emphasis on their durability and performance under various environmental conditions. Their research also explores the role of carbonates and MgO content in influencing the chemical and mechanical properties of alkali-activated systems. Additionally, they examine the microstructural features of aged alkali-activated concretes and their implications for standardization and long-term durability.