The Thorpe Medal of the European Council on Computing in Construction was instituted and endowed in 2018 in the honour of Prof Antony Thorpe, a pioneering professor in construction information technology and co-founder of COMIT the community for mobile computing in construction.
The Thorpe Medal recognises a paper that contributes to either practical or research aspects of engineering informatics disciplines in the built environment. The practical value of contribution and its impact on engineering informatics practice are key evaluation criteria.
Papers are eligible if they have been published in a digital issue of a journal in the twelve-month period ending on 31 December of the year preceding the year of the award.
Papers must be written by:
– at least one individual who holds an academic post in a Higher Education Institution (HEI) whose main campus is in a European country.
“European country” in this context is defined as a country situated in whole or in part within the European continent.
Nominations can be submitted by anyone and must be submitted using the online form by May 15, 2025. In addition, each EC3 technical committee may nominate up to two candidate papers.
Candidate nominations should be received by the EC3 Awards Panel on or before the May 15, 2025 deadline to be considered.
The nominated papers are reviewed and ranked by an Awards Panel. The panel provides the ranking and makes a recommendation to the EC3 Board, which makes the final decision.
The award will normally be presented at the next EC3 conference, and the awardee (lead author) is encouraged to attend the event. The award includes a medal and a cash prize to cover the travel and accommodation costs, and complimentary conference registration. It is subject to approval by the EC3 Board based on the income reserves of EC3. The lead author shall receive the medal and cash prize, while all other recipients shall receive certificates.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about EC³, membership, events, and activities.
Membership is open to individuals and institutions involved in the field of computing in construction — including researchers, engineers, academics, software developers, and professional organizations.
EC³ hosts and supports various activities, such as:
The annual Conference on Computing in Construction (CIC)
The Summer School on Computing in Construction
Technical committees and working groups on topics like Data & Analytics, Modelling & Standards, Human-Data Interaction, and Education
Awards recognizing excellence in research and innovation
Members enjoy several benefits, including:
Access to technical committees and working groups
Priority registration and discounts for EC³ conferences and events
Opportunities to collaborate on research initiatives
Access to newsletters, publications, and updates from the EC³ community
You can apply for membership through the Membership section of the website. Typically, this involves completing a registration form and paying the annual membership fee.
The European Council on Computing in Construction (EC³) is a non-profit organization that brings together academics, researchers, and professionals from the construction and IT industries. Its mission is to advance research, innovation, and education in the field of computing in construction and to promote collaboration across Europe and beyond.
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