Chair
Dr. Junbo Sun, Curtin University, Australia
Co-chairs
Prof. Genbao Zhang, Hunan City University, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bo Huang, Hunan University of Science and Technology, China
Members
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zewen Gu, China University of Petroleum (East China), China
- Assoc. Prof. Tan Wang, Anhui Jianzhu University, China
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jie Ma, Jiangsu University, China
- Dr. Shunan Wang, Wuhan University of Technology, China
Background
The construction industry is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, enhance resource efficiency, and ensure durability in infrastructure development. Cementitious materials, while indispensable, are associated with high cement consumption and environmental impacts. Emerging strategies—such as nanocellulose modification, construction waste valorization, and intelligent monitoring—offer promising pathways for sustainable transformation. This Task Group provides a collaborative platform to advance research and practice on eco-efficient cementitious composites and intelligent construction technologies, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient built environment.
Objectives
- Develop advanced cementitious composites with enhanced hydration and durability through nanocellulose modification.
- Apply intelligent modeling and sensing technologies for predicting and optimizing performance.
- Promote circular economy approaches by converting construction and demolition waste into high-value materials.
- Foster global collaboration between academia and industry to accelerate sustainable and intelligent construction.
Planned Outputs
- Workshops and Webinars: Regular events focusing on sustainable composites, hydration monitoring, and intelligent systems.
- Conference Forums: Dedicated sessions at IPC Conferences highlighting advances in sustainable cementitious materials.
- Publications: White papers and journal contributions summarizing innovations in nanocellulose modification and waste utilization.
- Open-Access Resources: Case studies, guidelines, and toolkits for sustainable construction practices.
Research Activities
Conduct integrated studies to elucidate and predict the hydration mechanisms and microstructural evolution of nanocellulose-modified cementitious composites.