The biological deterioration of construction materials is one of the most significant problems
in their practical application. Providing these products with antimicrobial properties is also a …

Present worldwide difficulties in healthcare and the environment have motivated the
investigation and research of novel materials in an effort to find novel techniques to address …

Nanomaterial integration in building materials has become a pivotal approach to provide
cementitious composites with dual functionality, namely photocatalytic and antimicrobial …

This study investigates the impact of nano-zinc oxide (ZnO) on the self-cleaning and
microstructural performance of engineered geopolymer composites (EGC) for urban …

Abstract Engineered Geopolymer Composites (EGC) are novel materials and a possible
replacement to their cement-based alternatives, Engineered Cementitious Composites …

Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) are an emerging class of materials that show promise for
applications as inexpensive “designer” solvents with tunable properties. A detailed review of …

Copper-based antimicrobial admixtures have been favoured for mitigating microbially
induced concrete corrosion (MICC) owing to their practical bactericidal abilities. However …

The incorporation of ZnO into cementitious matrices elicits notable alterations in the
hydration process, consequently influencing the setting time. Nonetheless, comprehensive …

Carbon-modified titanium (IV) oxide with improved photocatalytic properties under visible
light was used as an admixture for cement composites. For this purpose, two commercially …

In this research, we aimed to design an eco-efficient composite based on alkali-activated
materials (AAMs) with self-cleaning properties for sustainable construction. Significant …