SPECIAL SESSION 5
NANOMATERIALS FOR CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND CARBON CAPTURE TECHNOLOGY (SS5)

Addressing the urgent global challenges of sustainable infrastructure development and climate change mitigation requires groundbreaking innovations in material science. This special session, "Nanomaterials for construction materials and carbon capture technology," convenes at the critical intersection of these two fields. By harnessing the unique properties of nanomaterials—such as their exceptional surface area-to-volume ratio, enhanced reactivity, and superior mechanical strength—we can engineer the next generation of building materials and climate solutions.

This session will explore the dual application of nanotechnology to revolutionize the construction industry and advance carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. We will delve into how nano-additives like carbon nanotubes, graphene, nano-silica, and titanium dioxide are creating stronger, more durable, and lighter-weight concrete, steel, and composites. These advancements not only extend the lifespan of infrastructure but also reduce its lifecycle carbon footprint.

Simultaneously, the session will highlight the pivotal role of nanomaterials in developing high-efficiency systems for capturing CO₂ from industrial flue gas and the atmosphere. Discussions will cover novel nano-adsorbents, advanced membrane separation technologies, and catalysts for converting captured CO₂ into valuable products. A key focus will be on multifunctional materials capable of both enhancing structural performance and actively sequestering carbon dioxide, paving the way for buildings and infrastructure that serve as carbon sinks.

We invite researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to share their latest findings and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. This session aims to accelerate the transition from laboratory-scale research to real-world application, building a more resilient and sustainable future.

• Nanomaterials in high-performance concrete
• Advanced coatings for construction
• Nanomaterials in CCUS
• Smart and multifunctional construction materials
• Nanomaterials for CO₂ adsorption
• Nanocomposite membranes for carbon separation
• Hybrid nanocomposite systems
• Durability, lifecycle assessment, and sustainability

ORGANISER(S):

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  Prof. Wei-Ting Lin Dept. of Civil Engineering,
  National Ilan University,
  Taiwan
  wtlin@niu.edu.tw

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  Prof. Ralf Ruffel M. Abarca Dept. of Chemical Engineering and Technology,
  Mindanao State University -Iligan Institute of Technology,
  Philippines
  ralfruffel.abarca@g.msuiit.edu.ph

PUBLICATION:

EMERGING MATERIALS
(Selected papers related to structural materials/applications)
https://www.springer.com/journal/42247/

INVITED SPEAKER(S):
Info will be available soon!