Building Methods

In the relentless pursuit of stronger, more resilient materials, a team of researchers led by Jiahao Chen from the Yantai Research Institute of Harbin Engineering University and the Central Iron and Steel Research Institute in Beijing has made a sign

In the bustling peri-urban landscape of Dakar, Senegal, a silent adversary is wreaking havoc on residential buildings, and it’s not what you might expect. It’s not the scorching sun or the sweltering heat, but rather the humble raindrop that’s causin

In the heart of West Africa, the Senegal River has long been a vital artery for commerce, agriculture, and energy production. But with the construction of dams like Manantali, the river’s dynamics have shifted, raising questions about the stability o

In the heart of Yaoundé, Cameroon, a silent urban crisis is unfolding, one that could have significant implications for the energy sector and urban planning. A recent study published in the *Revue de Géographie Tropicale et d’Environnement* (translat

In the quest for effective and sustainable antimicrobial solutions, researchers have turned to an unlikely duo: cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). A recent study published in the journal *Nanocomposites* (translated from Ch

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, a novel approach to combining timber and high-performance concrete is making waves, promising to reshape the future of building design and energy efficiency. Researchers from the Czech Technical Univers

In a breakthrough that could reshape the energy sector, researchers have developed a simple, cost-effective method to produce high-quality epitaxial anatase thin films, a material with promising applications in solar cells, photocatalysts, and sensor

In a significant stride towards streamlining materials science data, researchers have developed a unified model for organizing metallic materials’ reliability data, with promising implications for the energy sector and beyond. This innovative approac

In the realm of concrete structure maintenance, a groundbreaking method has emerged that promises to revolutionize crack detection, potentially saving the energy sector significant time and resources. Researchers, led by Chunlei Ge from the College o

In the heart of China’s coal country, a pressing environmental concern is coming to light, one that could have significant implications for the energy sector and public health. A recent study led by Li Cao from the Key Laboratory of Coal Environmenta