Mr. Safiel T. Chambua is an Assistant Lecturer at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) in Arusha, Tanzania. He holds a Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from NM-AIST and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from St. Joseph University in Tanzania.

His academic and research work focuses on structural engineering, material science, and the development of sustainable construction materials. He has conducted research on the use of natural materials such as pumice and scoria in concrete to improve durability in harsh environments. Mr. Chambua is also involved in teaching and mentoring students in material and structural engineering fields.

He is a registered engineer with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) of Tanzania and actively contributes to the Materials Research Group under the MEWES thematic area at NM-AIST.

Member of the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) of Tanzania.

Strength and durability properties of concrete blended with pumice and scoria under combined attack of sulphate and chloride

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… Safiel T. Chambua for their courage and moral support. I also appreciate the lab technicians,
Ms. Irene Tesha and Mr. Idd Hussein, for their technical support during my laboratory work …

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Area of Specialization: Structural Engineering, Material Sciences, Physical Chemistry, and Materials development and characterization for Construction and Industrial application

Research Interests: Concrete and Geo-polymer technology, Computational Material Sciences, Structural Materials, and Composite Materials