Advances in Cementitious Materials: Properties, Microstructure and Applications
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction and Building Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 October 2025 | Viewed by 78
Special Issue Editors
Interests: advanced building materials; low-carbon cement; supplementary cementitious materials; microstructures; mechanical properties
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Interests: the application of nanomaterials in concrete; sustainable, high-performance, and multi-functional construction materials; carbon captures and storage in concrete; exploring concrete durability through experimental analysis and multi-scale/multi-phase coupling model; implementing additive manufacturing (3D printing concrete) techniques
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cementitious materials are fundamental components in the construction industry due to their versatility, durability, and adaptability to diverse applications. However, the increasing demand for enhanced performance, sustainable development, and reduced environmental impact poses significant challenges and opportunities for innovation in this field. Advances in material properties, microstructural design, and application techniques are pivotal in addressing issues such as resource efficiency, durability, and functionality, paving the way for future developments in infrastructure and beyond.
This Special Issue, titled "Advances in Cementitious Materials: Properties, Microstructure and Applications", aims to provide a platform for cutting-edge research and insights into the evolving landscape of cementitious materials. We welcome contributions that address the fundamental understanding of material properties, novel approaches to microstructural optimization, and innovative applications in construction and other industries. By exploring these areas, this Special Issue seeks to advance the knowledge and application of cementitious materials, contributing to their sustainable and efficient use.
For this Special Issue, both original research and review articles are encouraged. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Innovations in cementitious material formulations and their microstructural optimization;
- Property enhancement techniques for cementitious materials, including mechanical, durability, and thermal properties;
- Applications of advanced characterization methods to elucidate the microstructure–property relationship;
- Development of sustainable cementitious materials using industrial byproducts and alternative binders;
- Novel admixtures and their effects on the rheology, setting behavior, and long-term performance of cementitious systems;
- Advanced applications of cementitious materials in infrastructure, repair, and specialty constructions;
- Computational modeling and simulation to predict properties and performance of cementitious materials;
- Strategies to improve the durability and service life of cementitious systems in extreme environments.
This Special Issue offers an opportunity for researchers and practitioners to share their latest findings, foster collaborations, and contribute to the advancement of cementitious materials for a sustainable and innovative future.
Dr. Fengyin Du
Dr. Linfei Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- cementitious materials
- microstructure optimization
- sustainability
- durability
- functionality
- advanced applications
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