Concrete may be one of the world's most familiar materials, yet much is still unknown about its inner microbial world. Researchers from Hiroshima University and Kyoto University found that once ...

Scientists are testing concrete that repairs itself using bacteria, sealing cracks and reducing leaks by up to 80%.

There are many ways to evaluate concrete in-place, from visual inspection to physical test methods in cases of concrete repair to full replacement. These techniques are often employed in the ...