Michael Spearpoint
Research Leader
OFR’s 2025 Fire Safety Research: Key Insights and Innovations
Fire Performance of Modern Construction Materials An important theme of the papers addresses the fire performance of modern construction materials, particularly timber and glazing systems. This includes experimental and analytical studies on...
OFR’s 2024 Research: Key Insights and Innovations
The start of the new year is a great time to reflect on OFR’s publications from 2024. The collective body of research conducted over the past year has showcased a multidisciplinary approach...
Review of large-scale fire tests on cross-laminated timber
Concerns about the environmental impact of building construction is leading to timber being more commonly used.
A round up of a year of research
The past year certainly has been universally challenging. Plans have had to adapt, and that has included the extent of our research.