Understanding the crystallization of cement-binding phases, from basic units to macroscopic
structures, can enhance cement performance, reduce clinker use, and lower CO2 emissions …

The rising environmental toll of traditional cement production, marked by substantial
resource consumption, high greenhouse gas emissions, and low energy efficiency, drives …

The classical wet carbonation technique represents an effective technological pathway for
the carbon mineralization of alkaline solid wastes. However, its carbonation efficiency is …

Guided by the solidification of loess contaminated with heavy metal ions (HMs), a natural
inorganic diatomite (NID) was developed as curing agent under an alkaline activator (AA) …

Despite significant advancements in microstructural characterization methods, the
interconnections between nanostructure and morphological diversity of calcium-silicate …

Understanding the nucleation processes of calcium-silicate-hydrate (CSH) is fundamental to
advancing the performance of cement. This study employs Density Functional Theory (DFT) …

Colloidal calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) gel significantly contributes to cement paste's
strength and durability. In this study, the coarse-grained (CG) models for packed CSH …

Marble powder (MP) and granite powder (GP) are disposed of primarily through landfilling,
which leads to severe environmental issues. The utilization of stone powder in cement …

Understanding the hydration of composite binders is essential for decarbonizing the cement
industry. This study investigated the microstructure and composition of pastes with either fly …

Belitic cements are a greener alternative to Ordinary Portland Cement due to the lower CO2
associated with their production. However, their low reactivity with water is currently a …