The Innovandi NanoCem Prize 2024
The cement and concrete industry is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, with the production of cement being one of the largest sources of CO2 emissions. The industry’s carbon footprint is estimated to be around 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
The GCCA’s Vision for a Sustainable Future
The Global Concrete Association (GCCA) is a leading industry organization that aims to promote sustainable concrete practices and reduce the environmental impact of the concrete industry. The GCCA’s vision is centered around the concept of a circular economy, where materials are designed to be recycled and reused, minimizing waste and emissions.
Key Objectives
GCCA’s Net Zero Concrete Roadmap
The GCCA has set a ambitious goal to achieve net-zero concrete production by 2050.
Researchers push boundaries of concrete technology with innovative 4D printing techniques.
Dr. Shirani is a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and has published numerous papers on the 4D printing of cement.
The 2022 Global Concrete Challenge
The 2022 Global Concrete Challenge was a prestigious international competition that brought together the brightest minds in the field of concrete research. The challenge, organized by the Global Cement and Concrete Research Network (GCCA), aimed to encourage innovation and creativity in concrete technology.
The Challenge
The challenge was open to researchers and students from around the world, with a focus on developing new and sustainable concrete technologies. The entries were judged by a panel of experts, including Dr. Shiva Shirani, a renowned expert in 4D printing of cement.
The Winning Entry
Dr. Shirani’s research on how cement particles evolve over time in 4D was selected as the winner of the challenge. His work demonstrated the potential of 4D printing to create complex concrete structures with unique properties.
The NanoCem Prize is an international award that recognizes outstanding achievements in the field of nanomaterials and nanotechnology.
The History of the NanoCem Prize
The NanoCem Prize was established in 2009 by the European Ceramic Society (ECS) to promote and recognize excellence in the field of nanomaterials and nanotechnology. The prize is awarded annually to researchers who have made significant contributions to the development of nanomaterials and their applications.