Geopolymers and Alkali-Activated Materials: Preparation and Properties (Second Edition)

Dear Colleagues,

As Guest Editors of this Special Issue, titled “Geopolymers and Alkali-Activated Materials: Preparation and Properties”, we cordially invite you to contribute research articles, review articles, short communications, technical notes, and/or perspectives. This Special Issue will comprise a collection of articles from top researchers that cover new insights and perspectives on the development and characterization of geopolymers (GPs) and alkali-activated materials (AAMs). Nowadays, because of the strong need to reduce pollution from Portland cement production and setting, waste disposal, and resource consumption, several GPs and AAMs have been synthesized using various wastes. However, there are many properties that need to be understood when adjusting precursors and synthesis conditions.

This Special Issue aims to shed light on a deeper understanding of the mechanisms and processes controlling the development and performance of GPs and alkali-activated materials from synthesis to application, material chemistry and engineering, inorganic chemistry, GP and AAM composites, mineralogy, waste management, sustainability, etc.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Antonio D’Angelo
Prof. Dr. Michelina Catauro
Guest Editors

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