New Advances for Sustainable High-Performance Building Materials and Circular Economy

Research objectives：

In alignment with global imperatives such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s circular economy agenda and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, this research project seeks cutting-edge contributions that bridge material innovation and systemic sustainability in construction. While traditional building practices follow a linear “take–make–dispose” flow, this research aims to spotlight work that embraces closed-loop design, resource recovery, and minimized waste—from material sourcing to decommissioning.

We invite high-impact original research, comprehensive reviews, case studies, short communications, and editorials on:

• Development and characterization of low-clinker, low-carbon binders and geopolymers;
• Novel high-performance composites reinforced with fibers and nanomaterials;
• Integration of recycled, up-cycled, and waste-derived aggregates and admixtures;
• Self-healing, smart, and thermal-management components;
• Modular or disassemblableconstruction systems supporting reuse;
• Digital enablers—such as AI-based design, digital twins, and material passports—facilitating material traceability and circularity;
• Holistic life cycle assessment (LCA), durability metrics, repair methodologies, and end-of-life circularity strategies.

By emphasizing synergies between structural performance and environmental stewardship, this Research Project will illuminate how advanced materials, stakeholder collaboration, industrial symbiosis, and innovative business models can collectively drive sustainable built environments. All manuscripts will undergo rigorous peer review and be published open access to ensure global visibility and impact. We welcome your contributions to shape a resource-efficient, resilient, and regenerative future in construction materials science.

Keywords：

• Sustainable high-performance materials
• Circular economy in construction
• Low-carbon binders and geopolymers
• Fiber- and nano-reinforced composites
• Recycled/waste-derived aggregates
• Self-healing and smart materials
• Modular/disassemblable construction systems
• Lifecycle assessment and durability
• Material passports and digital twins
• Repair, reuse, and end-of-life strategies

Expected Outcomes：

Academic: Peer-reviewed publications

Co-academic leads：