A University of Texas at Arlington civil engineering researcher is trying to replicate Roman concrete by using 3D-printed materials to repair damaged or dying coral reefs.
Assistant Professor Jinxing Li of Michigan State University is at the forefront of a transformative research project with profound implications for the construction industry. This endeavor centers on the development of "living" construction materials meticulously engineered to autonomously mend structural flaws and capture atmospheric carbon dioxide.
Researchers at Michigan State University and Purdue University were awarded $2 million by the National Science Foundation to develop “living materials."