Academic Journal
Q1Cement and Concrete Research
About Cement and Concrete Research
Cement and Concrete Research is a scholarly journal published by Elsevier Ltd. SCImago 2025 places it in Q1 with an SJR of 6.233 and an H-index of 338.
Its listed coverage is 1971-2026 and its research categories include Building and Construction (Q1); Materials Science (miscellaneous) (Q1). The 2025 dataset reports 212 documents and 11811 citations across the latest three-year reporting window.
Understanding Cement and Concrete Research: Advancing Construction Materials for the Future
Cement and concrete are the foundational materials that shape modern infrastructure—from roads and bridges to residential and commercial buildings. Cement and Concrete Research is a crucial field dedicated to understanding, improving, and innovating these essential construction materials. As global demands for sustainable, durable, and high-performance materials rise, research in cement and concrete plays a vital role in advancing the construction industry.
What is Cement and Concrete Research?
Cement and concrete research focuses on the scientific and technological aspects of cement-based materials. This includes studies on the hydration process of cement, chemical composition, microstructure analysis, durability, strength development, and environmental impact. Researchers also explore how additives, supplementary materials, and alternative binders affect the performance and sustainability of concrete.
Importance of Cement Research
Cement is the key ingredient in concrete and is responsible for its binding properties. However, traditional Portland cement production is energy-intensive and a major source of CO₂ emissions. Research aims to develop greener alternatives such as geopolymer cement, blended cement, and carbon-negative concrete. These innovations help reduce the environmental footprint of construction activities while maintaining structural integrity and performance.
Advancements in Concrete Technology
Concrete research extends to areas such as high-performance concrete (HPC), self-healing concrete, ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), and fiber-reinforced composites. Each advancement brings new benefits—greater strength, increased durability, better resistance to environmental factors, and even enhanced aesthetics.
Modern research also incorporates digital technologies. Tools like machine learning, artificial intelligence, and 3D printing are being used to design concrete mixes, predict material behavior, and construct structures with minimal waste.
Sustainability and Environmental Impact
One of the key goals of cement and concrete research is sustainability. The construction industry is responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions. Innovations in low-carbon cement, recycled aggregates, and eco-friendly admixtures are helping shift the industry toward greener practices.
Carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies are also being studied to integrate CO₂ directly into concrete production, reducing emissions and enhancing material properties.
Applications and Industry Impact
The practical implications of cement and concrete research are vast. Stronger, more durable concrete results in longer-lasting structures and reduced maintenance costs. Sustainable materials align with green building standards such as LEED and BREEAM, helping projects achieve certifications and meet regulatory requirements.
Additionally, with the rise in infrastructure development globally—especially in rapidly urbanizing regions—innovations in cement and concrete are essential for meeting construction demands without compromising environmental goals.
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Aims & Scope
Scope of Cement and Concrete Research: Advancing Construction Science and Sustainable Development
Cement and concrete research is a cornerstone of modern construction science, driving innovations that shape infrastructure, housing, and urban development worldwide. As one of the most widely used construction materials, cement and concrete are critical to building sustainable, durable, and resilient structures. The scope of cement and concrete research encompasses a wide range of topics, from material composition and mechanical properties to environmental impact and cutting-edge technologies.
Material Composition and Optimization
One of the primary focus areas of cement and concrete research is understanding and optimizing the composition of cementitious materials. Researchers study various types of cement (e.g., Portland cement, blended cement, and alkali-activated binders) and additives (such as fly ash, silica fume, and slag) to enhance performance, workability, and cost-efficiency. This area of research seeks to develop high-performance concrete mixes tailored for specific applications, including high-rise buildings, bridges, and marine structures.
Mechanical Properties and Durability
Another key component of cement and concrete research is analyzing the mechanical behavior and durability of concrete under various environmental and loading conditions. Scientists investigate compressive strength, tensile strength, shrinkage, and creep to understand how concrete performs over time. Durability studies address issues such as corrosion resistance, freeze-thaw cycles, sulfate attack, and carbonation. These insights help engineers design structures that last longer and require less maintenance, leading to lower lifecycle costs.
Sustainability and Environmental Impact
Sustainability is at the forefront of current cement and concrete research. The cement industry is a significant contributor to global CO₂ emissions, prompting researchers to develop eco-friendly alternatives and carbon-reduction strategies. These include the use of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, and recycling of construction and demolition waste. Research in this area supports the transition to low-carbon and carbon-neutral construction practices, aligning with global climate goals and green building standards.
Emerging Technologies and Innovations
Cement and concrete research is also exploring advanced technologies such as 3D printing, self-healing concrete, and nanomaterials. 3D concrete printing (3DCP) is revolutionizing construction by enabling faster, more precise, and cost-effective building methods. Self-healing concrete incorporates capsules or bacteria that repair cracks automatically, extending the service life of structures. Nanotechnology enhances concrete performance at the microstructural level, improving strength, durability, and functionality.
Testing, Modeling, and Simulation
Accurate testing and simulation models are essential for predicting the behavior of cementitious materials in real-world conditions. Research includes the development of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, digital twins, and machine learning algorithms to monitor and predict concrete performance. These tools aid in quality control, safety assessments, and the design of smart infrastructure systems.
Recent Research Articles
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Hydrodynamic viscosity of highly concentrated cement suspensions: A comparative study on the determination methods
Xiaohan Yu, Le Teng, Xin Shu, Zhisong Xu et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108386Climate change contribution of 3D printing technologies: the trade-off between material and process impacts and its dependency on geometry
Kateryna Kuzmenko, Sean Monkman, Romain Mesnil, Nicolas Ducoulombier et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108388Admixtures for low-carbon cements
Joachim Dengler, Torben Gädt, Sirajuddin Moghul, Robert J. Flatt et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108335From on-line to in-line quality control of the bulk yield stress for digitally fabricated concrete
Derk Bos, Arjen Deetman, Rob Wolfs
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108382Mitigating the strength–accuracy trade-off in calcium aluminate cement-based selective cement activation 3D printing via powder-bed regulation of liquid penetration
Taiyan Piao, Seongmin Cho, Yukun Chen, Jihwan Yang et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108380Revealing air-liquid dynamics during long-term saturation of cementitious materials via X-ray CT
S. Governo, E. Rossi, S. Azad, A. Kaestner et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108387Modified bauxite residue blended cements – The effects of Na- and Al-rich pozzolans on phase assemblage and pore solution composition
Michael Wenzel, Fabien Georget, Thomas Matschei
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108384Early-age drying, shrinkage, and cracking in printable and printed cementitious materials
E. Keita, L. Denis, H. Lombois-Burger, S. Markin et al.
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108394Chemistry of hydrogrossular
Boyang Zhan, Aniruddha Baral, Theodore Hanein
2026-12 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108389A curated atomistic dataset and machine learning potential for calcium aluminate silicate hydrates
Cheng Chen, Jian Yang, Yunjian Li
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108370Methodology for assessing the effects of granular composition on power consumption curves in concrete mixing
Daniil Mikhalev, Albert Gomzyakov, Roman Rezaev, Viktor Mechtcherine et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108349From geopolymerization to ceramicization: How reaction extent and gel chemistry control crystallization in metakaolin-based Na-geopolymers
Jiafeng Kong, Chenglong Cai, Shu Wang, Yubin Cao et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108374Structural evolution of C-S-H under sulfate and magnesium attack: Molecular dynamics simulation and experimental characterization
Yuting Chen, Zheyu Zhu, Tianchen Yang, Haiyong Yu et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108363Green strength characterization of 3D printable mortar using spherical penetration tests and Bayesian inverse modeling with an artificial neural network surrogate
Y. Abousaid, D.P. Do, Y. Jin, C. Florence et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108381Power-law creep in C–S–H emerging from subdiffusive dynamics
Tulio Honorio
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108362Machine learning-powered inverse design for 3D-printable engineered cementitious composites (3DP-ECC): Advancing insights into rheological properties
Wenguang Chen, Yifan Liu, Long Liang, Zhihang Xue et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108344A process-oriented perspective on multi-K 3D concrete printing
Yaxin Tao, Minghan Li, Kees Leemeijer, Shravan Muthukrishnan et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108371Functionalized carboxymethyl chitosan synthesis and its regulation mechanism on the temperature rise of cement slurry
Jianan Guan, Guanghong Lai, Min Huang, Gang Chen et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108369Iron carbonates in accelerated cementitious systems: effects on microstructure, compressive strength, and durability properties
Marjorie Pons Pineyro, Marlene Sakoparnig, Isabella Klimczyk, Florian R. Steindl et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108372Mechanistic insights into the aqueous carbonation of calcium silicate glasses: Coupling of disordered network structure, dissolution kinetics and carbonation reactivity
Fuzhu Xie, Wenbin Gao, Chen Li, Qiang Ren et al.
2026-11 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cemconres.2026.108364Reviews
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