Dr. João Alencastro, Lecturer in the Built Environment at the University of Plymouth, transnational education leader in the Built Environment department and former Programme Leader. He combines over 20 years of industry experience with academic expertise in construction and quality management. His research focuses digital innovation and project management strategies to enable low-carbon, resilient buildings. Through past and current research initiatives, he investigates technological and behavioral barriers and solutions to digital integration into the built environment. He is also interested in modern methods of construction and natural, eco-friendly materials that support greener, more efficient built environment.