Durability and Sustainability in Modern Construction Materials
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 255
Special Issue Editor
Interests: innovative materials; geopolymer concrete; 3D-printed concrete; sustainable infrastructure; serviceability and durability of concrete structures; high-strength concrete characteristics; pavement management systems; structural dynamics; sustainability assessment of flood control measures; deterioration modelling for flood-affected pavements
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to the increasing demand for more sustainable, durable, efficient, and cost-effective infrastructure. Traditional building materials often contribute to environmental degradation, energy inefficiency, and high maintenance costs. However, innovative modern construction materials are emerging as key solutions to address these challenges. These materials, such as engineered timber, recycled materials, and advanced concrete, balance durability and sustainability, as they have long lifespans, require less maintenance, and have a lower impact on the environment. Therefore, the integration of such materials into construction practices could drastically reduce carbon emissions, energy consumption, and overall environmental impact.
The main aim of this Special Issue is to explore the challenges in the development of modern construction materials in the context of their durability and sustainability. Submissions may address experimental studies, analytical investigations, modelling techniques, case studies, and emerging technologies relevant to the built environment. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Advanced materials with enhanced durability;
- Sustainable material innovation, recycling, and circular-economy approaches;
- Life-cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon footprint evaluation;
- Durability modelling, prediction methods, and service-life design;
- Smart and responsive materials for sustainable infrastructure;
- Protective systems, coatings, and repair/retrofit materials;
- Performance assessment under mechanical, environmental, and chemical stressors.
Dr. Sanaul Chowdhury
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Buildings is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- construction materials
- recycled materials
- durability
- sustainability
- sustainable infrastructure
- green building materials
- nanomaterials in construction
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