The world may be running out of sand suitable for concrete. Researchers are therefore testing a possible solution for using ...

A new study found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, through flash Joule heating could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement ...

Sand — vital for concrete, glass, and land reclamation — is the planet’s second-most exploited resource after water. Many countries have banned in-river extraction due to severe environmental damage.

Make DIY hydrophobic sand at home! It’s a science-meets-craft project that stays dry under water—budget-friendly, vibrant, and totally mesmerizing. Great for sensory bins and STEM fun! If you’ve ...

Shorelines worldwide have always been vulnerable to coastal erosion, a phenomenon rendered more ominous by rising sea levels that accompany modern-day climate change (SN: 9/29/22). Coastal engineers ...