i-Trust

i-Trust Doctoral Network (DN) is a forward-thinking initiative aligned with European priorities to achieve zero waste, foster a sustainable circular economy in earthworks construction, reduce CO2 emissions. Its core mission is to create resilient, climate-neutral infrastructures that serve as essential foundations for European economic growth while embracing circular and decarbonized practices. By introducing accelerated CO2 injection as an alternative binder, applying multi-physics approaches for enhanced design, and conducting comprehensive assessments of environmental impacts and structural resilience, the network is at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure development. To advance this vision, the i-Trust is focused on five strategic objectives: 1° Develop effective soil recycling methods for transforming problematic soil waste into valuable resources across Europe., 2°Create low-carbon binders from recycled materials to support soil recycling solutions. 3° Pioneer innovative methods and decision-support tools to evaluate the resilience of structures. 4°Bridge laboratory research to real-world applications through field-relevant simulations. 5°Assess environmental resilience and actively contribute to Europe’s climate neutrality goals. The program is dedicated to training 15 Doctoral Candidates (DCs) with cutting-edge interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral, and international expertise, fully aligned with Europe’s green and digital innovation priorities. Supported by an extensive network of academic (13) and industrial partners (14), they will acquire a unique blend of scientific, technical, and transferable skills, preparing them to become highly sought-after researchers and innovators in sustainable construction and related fields. The i-Trust DN stands as a transformative catalyst, driving the transition to climate-neutral infrastructure by addressing urgent environmental challenges while promoting economic growth, innovation, and cohesion across Europe.