Dr Ivan Gratchev is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering & Built Environment, Griffith University, Australia. His research interests are in soil and rock mechanics as well as engineering education. He has published numerous research articles in leading international journals and international conferences. During his academic career, Dr Gratchev has taught several geotechnical courses using an innovative project-based approach. His teaching achievements were recognized by his peers and students through several learning and teaching citations and awards. Dr Gratchev has written textbook on soil and rock mechanics, which have become popular learning tools among students.