Recent Advances in Nanotechnology and Composites from the Perspective of Sustainable Materials
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 February 2027 | Viewed by 147
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cementitious composite; carbon nanomaterials; carbon dioxide capture utilization and storage (CCUS); construction materials; concrete strengthening; rehabilitation of concrete structures
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Interests: carbon sequestration in construction industry; carbon capture and utilization technology; multi-functional construction materials; composite materials; nano cementitious composite
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Advances in nanomaterials and cementitious composites are playing an increasingly important role in improving the sustainability and resilience of construction materials and infrastructure systems. This Special Issue focuses on recent developments in nanotechnology-enabled cementitious and composite materials, with particular emphasis on microstructural design, performance optimization, and sustainability-driven material innovation.
The scope of this Special Issue includes nanomaterials for construction applications, cementitious composites, microstructure–property relationships, low-carbon and energy-efficient materials, and sustainable composite structures for infrastructure. Contributions addressing green material design, carbon reduction strategies, durability enhancement, and infrastructure maintenance through advanced materials technologies are especially encouraged. Experimental, analytical, and multiscale approaches that link microstructural characteristics to macroscopic performance and environmental impact are welcome.
While substantial literature exists on nanomaterials and composite construction materials, their sustainability implications—such as carbon footprint reduction, resource efficiency, and long-term infrastructure performance—remain insufficiently integrated. This Special Issue aims to bridge this gap by providing a focused platform that connects materials science, civil engineering, and sustainability assessment, thereby offering valuable insights for researchers and practitioners working toward sustainable infrastructure development.
Dr. Heeyoung Lee
Dr. Wonseok Chung
Dr. Sanghyeon Cho
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- nanomaterials
- cementitious composites
- construction materials
- microstructure
- low-carbon materials
- nanocomposites
- sustainable infrastructure
- carbon reduction
- composite structures
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