Potential topics for the NICOM-8 symposium illustrate a broad range of ideas and potential applications of nanotechnology to challenging
problems with construction materials:

  • Production, functionalization, and performance of nanomaterials: nanoparticles, nanotubes, and 2D nanostructures for application in construction;

  • Investigation of the internal structure and properties of construction materials at the nanoscale and the relation of these parameters to performance at the macroscale;

  • Instrumentation, techniques, and metrology for nanoscale investigation;

  • Nanomodification of composite materials, including functional films and nano-coatings;

  • Nano-assembly and “bottom-up” design;

  • Modeling and simulation from nano to macro;
  • Nanotechnology for high-trength, high-performance, and ultra-highperformance applications;
  • Nanotechnology for fiber-reinforced composites;
  • Nanomaterials for the ultimate enhancement of durability;
  • Biomimetic, nanocomposite, and metamaterials;

  • Self-repairing and self-healing applications;

  • Smart and intelligent infrastructure materials, including nanosensors for real-time monitoring of structural health in buildings;

  • Photocatalysis, air-purifying, and self-cleaning applications;

  • Nanomaterials for digital construction and 3D printing;

  • Nanotechnology and nanomaterials for low carbon footprint and netnegative infrastructure;

  • Nanotechnology for energy harvesting and renewable energy;

  • Nanotechnology-enabled green materials and by-product utilizatione for new levels of sustainability;

  • Field application of nanomaterials and nanoengineered construction materials;

  • Health, safety, and environmental effects related to the application of nanomaterials.

These research subjects will be discussed during the keynote, plenary, and regular sessions.