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Zhanguo Ma is a leading researcher in sustainable construction materials, with a primary focus on eco-friendly concrete and solid waste valorization. Recognizing that concrete production accounts for 8–10% of global anthropogenic CO₂ emissions, Ma has pioneered innovative approaches to reduce the industry's carbon footprint. His most cited work, "3D printed lightweight concrete containing surface pretreated coal gangue" (2024, 6 citations), introduces a breakthrough method for repurposing coal gangue—a prevalent industrial solid waste—as a sustainable aggregate. By coating coal gangue aggregates with silica, Ma enhances their compatibility with cementitious matrices, enabling the production of lightweight, 3D-printable concrete that mitigates both aggregate depletion and carbon emissions. This research directly addresses the urgent need for circular economy solutions in construction, demonstrating how waste modification can transform environmental liabilities into high-performance building materials. Ma's contributions are particularly impactful for students and researchers exploring additive manufacturing and green building technologies, as his work bridges material science, waste management, and digital fabrication. With growing global interest in decarbonizing the built environment, Ma's findings offer a scalable pathway toward net-zero concrete production.
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