Low-temperature Extraction of Biosilica from Agricultural Crop Residues for Producing Low-carbon Cement and Concrete

A team of researchers led by Dr. Khoshnazar and Dr. Nassar at the University of Calgary is developing a new biosilica for producing cement and concrete materials with lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Project at a Glance

Funding Recipient: Dr. Rahil Khoshnazar, University of Calgary; Carbon OxyTech Inc., National Research Council
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Funding Awarded: $500,000
Project Duration: Apr 1, 2023 – Mar 1, 2026
Sector: Agriculture & Forestry, Energy, Environment
Program: Bioindustrial and Circular Innovation

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