The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $279,710 Project Grant under the Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) to Temple University-Of The Commonwealth System Of Higher Education. This award will develop a multiscale experimental/modeling framework to study the coupled ice/salt crystallization phenomena in low/zero clinker cementitious materials. The project aims to elucidate the mechanisms of entrained air void formation, saturation, and freeze-thaw damage in these sustainable concrete formulations. The research will advance the understanding of material science, porous media mechanics, and computational modeling to engineer microstructures that mitigate crystallization stresses. The project outcomes will inform the creation of more durable and resilient concrete for infrastructure applications, particularly in cold environments, thereby supporting national interests in improving infrastructure resilience and reducing carbon emissions. The award period is from Dec 1, 2024 to Nov 30, 2027.
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