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Andreas Taras is a structural engineering researcher whose work sits at the intersection of advanced manufacturing technologies and structural steel design. He has emerged as a leading voice in the application of wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) to structural components, pioneering research that explores how robotic, point-by-point deposition of high-strength steel can revolutionize the fabrication of complex structural connections, nodes, and grid shells. Taras's most influential contribution — garnering 86 citations — demonstrated that point-by-point WAAM steel bars exhibit robust tensile performance suitable for real structural applications, establishing a critical proof of concept for the construction industry. Building on this foundation, his subsequent research examined compressive behaviour and the integration of computational optimization tools, positioning WAAM as a credible strategy for material-efficient structural design. His work on corrosion behaviour further broadened the practical relevance of this technology, addressing durability concerns essential for real-world deployment. Collectively, his research speaks directly to the architecture, engineering, and construction sector's urgent drive to reduce material consumption and embrace digital fabrication. With a growing citation record and a cohesive, forward-looking research agenda, Taras represents an important bridge between emerging manufacturing innovation and evidence-based structural engineering practice.