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• Published Subscription Original Research 14 May 2026

  Microbially Modified Sustainable Cementitious Composites Using Industrial Ash Fillers

  By Priya Sopan Nikam, Pravin Dinkar Nemade

  Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable, durable construction materials has driven the development of bio-engineered cementitious composites incorporating industrial by-products and self-healing mechanisms. This study investigates a microbially modified cementitious composite that integrates industrial ash fillers with bacteria-based self-healing technology to enhance mechanical performance and microstructural integrity while reducing cement consumption. Cement was partially replaced with industrial ash at 20%, 30%, and 40% replacement levels, and a uratolytic bacterial strain (Bacillus …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 331–350 Read article →