The use of recycled cement can significantly reduce the environmental impact of the construction sector, addressing CO2 emissions and waste management. This review highlights the potential of recycled cement in various applications, promoting sustainability and a circular economy in construction practices.
A recent study in Buildings examined BIM usage in small to medium-sized construction projects in the GCC, identifying barriers and proposing strategies for broader adoption.
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A recent study in Construction Materials explores the use of alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) wax and AKD mixed with paraffin (AKD+PAR) to reduce cement prehydration. These treatments were found to be more effective than traditional oleic acid in preserving cement strength under accelerated aging conditions, showing promise for use in hot and humid climates.
In a recent article published in Scientific Reports, researchers developed an alginate-chitosan biopolymer composite with decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) bioink for organ-on-a-chip articular cartilage, enhancing cartilage tissue engineering with improved cell growth and differentiation.