November 19, 2008
Maria Juenger, civil engineering professor at The University of Texas at Austin, has been awarded the 2009 Walter P. Moore, Jr. Faculty Achievement Award from the American Concrete Institute. Professor Juenger, recognized for her contributions to teaching the fundamental materials science of cement, uses a materials science approach to study cement and concrete by investigating the complex interrelationship between processing, chemistry, microstructure and properties. Interested in reducing the negative environmental impact of concrete, her research seeks to find creative means to improve production processes and promote recycling, while improving concrete’s durability.
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