Interesting Engineering has published an article highlighting research led by Wil Srubar into the development of a groundbreaking biologically-grown concrete that could significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Srubar, an associate professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, is working at the forefront of biomimetic and living materials science and engineering.
He views the algae-based concrete as having significant potential to drastically reduce听 environmental pollution caused by construction activities around the globe.
The Interesting Engineering piece discusses the creation of the biologically engineered material and how it could change the future of construction.