Description
There is an urgent need to assess the risks posed by climate change on our already ageing infrastructure and to plan adaptations that both increase safety and reduce the cost of repairs. Engineered slopes (cuttings, embankments, flood defences) are a critical component of this infrastructure. Many of these slopes are now exhibiting excess deformation, which are threatening the serviceability of the infrastructure and dwellings nearby and causing delays and subsequent economic loss to European industry and the general public, while posing a safety hazard. The aim of the Action is to build a coalition of researchers equipped to address the challenges of engineered slope infrastructure resilience and adaptation to climate change. This group will develop collective understanding, share techniques, facilities and data, and work jointly in disseminating results across the EU and to asset owners. Ultimately, the Action will enable infrastructure asset owners to make evidence based investment and adaptation decisions to improve resilience and safety.Period | 2014 → 2017 |
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Research Outputs
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Hydrological effect of vegetation against shallow landslides: a technical approach
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Integrated model for the hydro-mechanical effects of vegetation against shallow landslides
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A local authority’s risk-based approach to principal inspection frequency of structures
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Using the root spread information of pioneer plants to quantify their mitigation potential against shallow landslides and erosion in temperate humid climates
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Construction and testing of self-drilled soil nails
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Method for synchronisation of soil and root behaviour for assessment of stability of vegetated slopes
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The implementation of geotechnical data Into the BIM process
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A non-invasive preferential root distribution analysis methodology from a slope stability approach
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Innovative approach in the stabilisation of coastal slopes
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Implementation of eco-engineering design into existing slope stability design practices
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Soil nailing the green way: sustainable stabilisation of a failing slope using innovative soil nail head design to give a fully vegetated green slope finish
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Resilient design of landslip prevention measures: a case study
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Promoting double loop learning in flood risk management in the Scottish context
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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A comparative study of beach nourishment methods in selected areas of the coasts of the United Kingdom and The Netherlands
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Coastal slope instability in contrasting geo-environmental conditions
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Plant-soil reinforcement response under different soil hydrological regimes
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Innovative use of ECC (NEC3) for procurement and management of infrastructure projects with limited funding: Bervie Braes case study
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Testing of self-drilled hollow bar soil nails
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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Ecological mitigation of hillslope instability: ten key issues facing researchers and practitioners
Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Prizes
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Environmental Geotechnincs Prize
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Projects
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Kirkbean Coastal Erosion
Project: Consultancy