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Eric Forcael is a construction engineering researcher whose work sits at the intersection of digital fabrication, robotics, building information modeling (BIM), and engineering education. His most recognized contribution lies in advancing 3D concrete printing technology, particularly through his development of communication protocols between BIM elements and printing systems — a milestone study that has garnered 26 citations and helped bridge the gap between design software and automated construction processes. Forcael has consistently pushed the boundaries of construction automation, exploring discrete-event simulation to optimize printing workflows, visual programming for complex geometries, and robotic assembly of both stay-in-place concrete blocks and cross-laminated timber panels. His integrated design framework connecting BIM to additive manufacturing reflects a holistic vision of the digitalized construction pipeline. Beyond fabrication technology, Forcael demonstrates a strong commitment to engineering education, having developed challenge-based learning curricula incorporating Industry 4.0 technologies and Scrum methodology to prepare the next generation of construction engineers. With a body of work spanning robotics, computational design, and pedagogy, Forcael represents a forward-thinking voice shaping how the construction industry embraces technological transformation.