Cementing CO2 into C-S-H
Our paper on early stage carbonation of cement is published in PNAS Nexus. Concrete contributes significantly to global CO2 emissions....
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Exploring the nanoworld of biogenic gems
We are thrilled to announce a new collaboration between Masic Lab at MIT, MIT.nano, and The Bahrain Institute for Pearls & Gemstones...
Why was Roman concrete so durable?
Our study on the mechanisms behind the self-healing properties of ancient Roman concrete is published in Science Advances. An unexpected...
MIT Opens Learning for Refugees
Continue reading: https://fnl.mit.edu/march-april-2022/mit-opens-learning-for-refugees/
MIT ReACT welcomes first Afghan cohort to its largest-yet certificate program
Empowering a global community of learners in displacement. MIT Open Learning Publication Date: March 8, 2022 Through the championing...
Visualizing cement hydration on a molecular level
Imaging technique could enable new pathways for reducing concrete’s hefty carbon footprint, as well as for 3-D printing of concrete....
2,050-year-old Roman tomb offers insights on ancient concrete resilience
New research on ancient Roman concrete inspires durable and sustainable modern constructions. Department of Civil and Environmental...
Refugee learners aim to lift up their communities
MIT Refugee Action Hub celebrates the graduation of its third and largest cohort yet. MIT Open Learning Publication Date: October 11,...
Technique reveals deeper insights into the makeup of nacre, a natural material
Discovery could lead to new designs for improved and more sustainable materials inspired by nature. Department of Civil and Environmental...
The Temple Scroll: Reconstructing an ancient manufacturing practice
Study of Dead Sea Scroll sheds light on a lost ancient parchment-making technology. MIT Spotlight Read more Science Advances original...
Professor Admir Masic’s lab featured in The Tech
The Laboratory for Multiscale Characterization and Materials Design, led by Esther and Harold E. Edgerton Career Development Professor...
New program from MIT offers refugees a career boost
ReACT will award credentials in computer and data science through online and in-person instruction. In Amman, Jordan, last week, a class...
A new perspective on ancient materials inspires future innovation
Research from Esther and Harold E. Edgerton Career Development Professor Admir Masic focuses leveraging ancient successes to create new,...
Inspiring the next generation of engineers
The second annual Civil and Environmental Engineering Kids Camp exposes youth to accessible STEM activities. Read more on MIT news
Exploring ancient engineering to inform the future
Materials in Art, Archaeology and Architecture program takes students to Italy for unique fieldwork experience. Read more on MIT News
The Refugee ACTion Hub (ReACT)
The Refugee ACTion Hub (ReACT) will create tailored learning experiences and spark collaboration. Read more on MIT News
Educating the Displaced
When I was a refugee, education gave me hope. As a professor, I want to return the favor. Read more on MIT Technology Review
Admir Masic named Esther and Harold E. Edgerton Assistant Professor
Admir Masic has been awarded the Esther and Harold E. Edgerton Career Development Professorship, starting July 1, 2016, for a three-year...
The 2016 Gold Paper Award
The 2016 Gold Paper Award is presented to Admir Masic (right in image) from the Max-Planck-Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (Potsdam,...
Seeking inspiration from ancient technologies
New fieldwork program in civil and environmental engineering takes students to Italy for a lesson in ancient infrastructure and...
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