Approaches to Advance Sustainable and Resilient Cement and Concrete Development

The Innovative Approaches for Sustainable and Resilient Cement and Concrete Development Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) offers a unique platform for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, share innovative methods, discuss cutting-edge ideas, and showcase fresh (i.e., unpublished) results. This event also encourages and promotes collaborative relationships among peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussions, ensuring that all attendees are fully involved.

Cement production continues to remain a prominent contributor to anthropogenic CO2 emissions (i.e., approximately 8% internationally). Additionally, the increasing occurrence and severity of extreme weather events have amplified the need for sustainable, yet resilient infrastructure solutions. Thus, this GRS will aim to cover a series of current topics that are intended to work towards the development of sustainable, yet resilient cement and concrete. These topics include innovative methods and techniques, novel cementitious materials, resilient infrastructure, waste encapsulation, and environmental and lifecycle assessments.

The 2026 GRS is envisioned to offer early-career researchers and industry professionals a unique opportunity to engage in impactful discussions on current and critical cement and concrete research topics. A companion GRC will take place immediately after the seminar, and we highly recommend that applicants apply to both. Financial support may be available for selected presenters and exceptional attendees traveling from abroad. For additional details, please reach out to the conference organizers.