The consortium researches the properties of cement and concrete on the nano- and micro-scales, with a particular focus on reducing carbon dioxide emissions at all stages of production.
Nanocem is a consortium of academic and private industry groups that researches the properties of cement and concrete on the nano- and micro-scales.
This model of cooperation between industry and the academic community has led to the identification of common issues, shared knowledge, and clear benefits for all those involved.
Nanocem was founded as an independent consortium in 2004 after a rejection of a 2002 bid to the Network of Excellence (European Framework Programme).
[3][14] The members of Nanocem collectively have access to a large range of state of the art equipment for the study of cementitious materials.