Special Thanks to our Sponsors:

Xatico: Performance Minerals for Geopolymer Solutions

XATICO sells, distributes and advises on mineral materials, offering a wide range of carefully selected products from the world’s best production sites. Its large customer base in Europe covers many industries, including geopolymers. XATICO’s team of experts provides technical and formulation support, customised distribution, consignment stock and delivery services throughout Europe.

Geosil^®: Silicate binders and hardeners for geopolymeric systems

The Geosil^® product line are the first aqueous silicate solutions specifically designed for geopolymerization. In addition, Woellner supplies a wide range of additives to help you achieve your desired properties.

Keynote Conference in video

State of the Geopolymer R&D 2025
Keynote by Joseph Davidovits.

38 min, 158 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

At the 17th Geopolymer Camp, Professor Joseph Davidovits delivers a special keynote to celebrate his 90th birthday. Instead of the usual technical R&D update, he shares the fascinating and personal story of how a tragic fire in the 1970s led him to invent Geopolymer science. He recounts his journey, the unexpected connections to archaeology, and the challenges he faced in establishing this revolutionary field. A must-watch for anyone interested in innovation and perseverance.

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:16 – Part 1: How I Invented Geopolymer Science
01:23 – Early Life and Ambition
04:25 – University and PhD in Organic Polymers
08:50 – The Spark: A Tragic Fire in 1970
10:39 – Creating the First Research Company, CORDI S.A.
11:42 – First Scientific Papers and Introducing the Term “Geopolymer”
14:14 – Founding the Geopolymer Institute (1979)
17:20 – Developing Applications for Geopolymers
19:43 – Part 2: Geopolymer Science and Archaeology
19:52 – Debunking the Myth About the Pyramids
22:37 – A Key Question: Could Ancient Monuments Be Artificial Stone?
25:00 – Presenting the Pyramid Theory to Egyptologists
28:46 – Financial Troubles and a Surprising Media Breakthrough
32:07 – How Omni Magazine Led to a Partnership with Lone Star Industries
33:40 – The Pyrament® Cement Story and Financial Recovery
34:56 – Academic Career and Awards
36:26 – The First Geopolymer Camp (2008)
36:40 – Conclusion
36:53 – Happy Birthday Professor!

Geopolymer 3D Printing: When Rheology Meets Robotics
Keynote by Dr. Abrar Gasmi

45 min, 185 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

Summary: From a practical engineering perspective, you will learn which printing head and admixture work best, how computer simulation can accelerate development, which materials are best for printing a geopolymer slurry, and which selection criteria are most important. Finally, an LCA study will support the challenge of climate change. Dr. Abrar Gasmi thesis will be available for free download in the next months.

Join Dr. Abrar Gasmi as she details her PhD research on the multiscale optimization of 3D printed geopolymer ceramic, a key collaboration with Pyromeral Systems and the Geopolymer Institute. The goal: replace energy-intensive, waste-generating refractory molds—used for high-performance aerospace and motorsport components—with an eco-friendly, precise, 3D-printed alternative.

The journey focused on overcoming major challenges, including finding a printable formula and preventing layer collapse. Dr. Gasmi selected M88 metakaolin from temCon, feldpsar and Wollastonite from Xatico, with potassium silicate from Woellner, and optimized the rheology using additives like xanthan gum, also from Woellner, ensuring the paste exhibited the necessary high recovery rate for self-supporting structures. (All these geopolymer materials are distributed by Xatico in Europe).

A significant contribution is the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), a novel application for geopolymers, to model material flow inside a custom-built 3D printer and fine-tune parameters for reliable extrusion. The optimized process successfully printed complex prototypes that, after thermal curing, reached 34 MPa in flexural strength, and 36 GPa in hardness, surpassing the cast material.

Furthermore, a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) confirmed the geopolymer 3D printing is consistently more energy-efficient and sustainable than traditional methods, marking a significant step toward greener advanced industrial applications.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Sustainability Challenge
02:28 The High Temperature Insert Mold Problem
04:31 Why Geopolymers and 3D Printing
06:33 Methodological Framework
10:55 Rheology: The Key to Printability
13:52 Numerical Optimization with CFD
15:54 Process Optimization
22:27 Developing the Custom 3D Printer
27:18 High-Temperature Formula and Optimization
33:39 Printing the Industrial Prototype (Challenges & Fidelity)
38:08 Sustainability Assessment (Life Cycle Analysis)
40:09 Conclusion and Future Research

ACCESS TO THE PRESENTATIONS

Download and read the presentations given in front of the Geopolymer Camp attendance. Click here to access to the files.

PROGRAMME

The GeopolymerCamp 2025 spanned 3 days:

SPECIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST:
– Tutorial Workshop (short courses) for Newcomers, on Monday;
– Focused Sessions:
1- Celebrating Joseph Davidovits 90th Birthday !!!
2- Computer Simulations of Geopolymer Paste and Practical Application in 3D Printing
3- Nano-Molecular Geopolymer Chemistry, advancing new materials yet to be discovered

MONDAY, July 7: TUTORIAL/WORKSHOP

08:15-09:00: Registration to TUTORIAL
09:00-14:00: Workshop and tutorial with laboratory demonstrations (Groups A + B) involving 3 standard recipes.
12:00-13:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group B
13:00-14:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group A
14:00-16:00: Short Courses and Q&A
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14:00-16:00 Registration to GEOPOLYMER CAMP

TUESDAY, July 8: GEOPOLYMER CAMP

08:30: Registration

09:00-09:15: Welcome and messages.
09:15-10:00: Keynote by Joseph Davidovits: State of the Geopolymer R&D, 2025 with special emphasis on recent developments.

10:00-12:05 First session: geopolymer molecular chemistry; raw materials, scientific investigations.
– Joerg Lind, Wöllner GmbH, Germany: Geosil – ready to use alkali silicates for Geopolymers.
– Carine Lefèvre, Xatico, Luxembourg: Metakaolins and mineral fillers in geopolymers.
– Richard Wyn Huws, Penygroes, Gwynedd, UK: Introducing the huge potential of slate powder as a geopolymer raw material.

11:00-11:30: Coffee break
– Joseph Davidovits: Nano-Molecular Geopolymer Chemistry, advancing new materials yet to be discovered

12:05 Second Session: 3D Printing

Keynote by PhD Abrar Gasmi, Picardie Jules Verne University, Saint-Quentin, France: Computer Simulations of Geopolymer Paste and Practical Application in 3D Printing.

– Siim Koor, Intelligent Materials and Systems Lab, University of Tartu, Estonia: Adaptation of Commercial 3D Clay Printers for Tabletop Fabrication of Geopolymer-Binder-Based Concrete Structures.

13:00 Free Sandwich Lunch

14:15-17:15: Third Session (part 1): industrial applications, building applications, eco-construction, LTGS, bricks, cements, concretes, CO2 mitigation, Global Warming.
– Cui Yuansheng, China Bulk Cement Association of Promotion & Development (CBCA): Progress of Geopolymer Industrialization in China.
– Erik Amesz, Adviesbureau NET, Cuijk, Netherlands: Biochar in Geopolymer concrete.
– BoSheng Liu, Feng Chia University, School of Architecture, Taichung, Taiwan: Utilizing Manufacturing Paper Sludge as Metakaolin with Engineered Biochar for Geopolymer Binder Systems.
– Mouhamadou Amar, CERI Matériaux et Procédés, IMT Nord Europe, Douai, France: Geopolymer application for concrete and brick technology.
– Alex Reggiani, GeoMITS, Italy: Geopolymer Draining Systems: Performance Flooring for Pools and Wet Zones.

16:10-16:40 Coffee break

– Chenmeng Zhang, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK: Geopolymer in self-sensing application.
– Jean-Baptiste Labrune and Marcelo Coelho, M.I.T. Cambridge, USA: Geolectric, Sustainable, Low-Carbon Ceramics for Embedded Electronics and Interaction Design.

WEDNESDAY, July 9 : GEOPOLYMER CAMP

9:10-10:15: Focused Session : Geopolymer and Archaeology

– Joseph and Ralph Davidovits: Presentation of the 4-year R&D project CUSCO-GP (Comprehensive Understanding of Stone Construction Origin – Geopolymer Project); it includes the 2-year scientific research project AGILE (Ancient Geopolymer Investigation and Lithic Experimentation) on the application of geopolymer chemistry and dating in archaeology.
CUSCO-GP is a joint research project between the Geopolymer Institute Laboratory (GIL), Saint-Quentin, France and the State University of Arizona, Tempe, USA, Prof. Don Seo. This R&D project is supported by the Athanatos Foundation (Brian Muraresku), Delaware (USA) and the American philanthropist Eugene Jhong.
– Marco Scalet, Calchèra San Giorgio, Valsugana (Trento), Italy: Geopolymers for Restauration of Ancient and Contemporary Arts.

10:15-10:45 Coffee break

10:45 Third Session (part 2): Geopolymer Concrete

– Ramon Skane, Reformix Materials Group, Perth, Western Australia: our experience with industrial by-products in the industry scale-up of Geopolymer concrete works.
– Venicius Sampaio, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Pampulha, Brasil: Scaling up geopolymer technology using different types of mining wastes.
– Abdelrahman Al Kuhaymi, Siefco, Riyadh, Saudi-Arabia: geopolymer paver block manufacturing facilities in Dammam, in combination with natural Saudi pozzolan.
– Frederic Thole, Kortmann Beton, Schüttorf, Germany: Industrial production of geopolymer concrete for use in electrical infrastructure.
– Jasper Vitse, Katlyn Caerels and Jiabin Li, KU Leuven – Bruges, Belgium: CDW-based geopolymer mortar with different binder-to-sand ratios.
– Miguel Otero et.al., AIMEN Technology Center, Spain: Optimizing CDW-Based Geopolymer Mortars for Additive Manufacturing.

13:05 – 15:30 Free Sandwich Lunch – Networking – Open discussions

– Groups – Discussions
– Materials Sciences + Products ; – Materials Technology & Engineering (+ civil engineering)
– Cements – Concretes (+ raw materials, adjuvants); – Sustainable / Eco Construction.

Photo Gallery

Special Thanks to our Sponsors:

Xatico: Performance Minerals for Geopolymer Solutions

XATICO sells, distributes and advises on mineral materials, offering a wide range of carefully selected products from the world’s best production sites. Its large customer base in Europe covers many industries, including geopolymers. XATICO’s team of experts provides technical and formulation support, customised distribution, consignment stock and delivery services throughout Europe.

Geosil^®: Silicate binders and hardeners for geopolymeric systems

The Geosil^® product line are the first aqueous silicate solutions specifically designed for geopolymerization. In addition, Woellner supplies a wide range of additives to help you achieve your desired properties.

Keynote Conference in video

State of the Geopolymer R&D 2024
Keynote by Joseph Davidovits.

28 min, 73 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

In his annual keynote, “State of the Geopolymer R&D 2024,” Professor Davidovits discusses the evolution of geopolymer research, emphasizing recent developments in polysialate-based and alumoxy-based geopolymerization. He explains the detailed chemical mechanisms and structural formations from primary to quaternary levels and highlights innovative applications of high-strength 3D-printed geopolymer ceramics. This presentation, rooted in research dating back to 1976, offers a thorough overview of the current state and future direction of geopolymer technology. Whether you are an experienced scientist or new to the field, this keynote provides valuable insights into the unique thermal stability and potential extraterrestrial applications of geopolymers.

1. Geopolymer Science (00:00)
   • From primary to quaternary structures (2:45)
   • Alumoxy-based Geopolymerization (21:20)

Geopolymer Solutions for Lunar / Martian Habitats and Space Works
Keynote by Joseph Davidovits.

21 min, 55 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

Explore the future of space construction with Professor Joseph Davidovits in his keynote presentation, “Geopolymer Solutions for Lunar / Martian Habitats and Space Works.” Recorded at the 16th Geopolymer Camp, this comprehensive talk delves into how geopolymer technology can revolutionize human settlement on the Moon and Mars. Professor Davidovits discusses the advantages of geopolymers, including their resource efficiency, resistance to radiation, thermal stability, and durability in the harsh conditions of space. He highlights recent reports from NASA and addresses the differences between true geopolymers and alkali-activated materials. The presentation also covers cutting-edge research on 3D-printed high-strength geopolymer ceramics, and the potential for utilizing lunar regolith and solar wind-derived water for construction purposes. Whether you’re a scientist, engineer, or space enthusiast, this video offers valuable insights into the innovative applications of geopolymers for extraterrestrial habitats and space missions.

1. Introduction (00:00)
   • Why geopolymers are excellent candidates for lunar habitats? (2:10)
   • Stability of geopolymers in a high vacuum (6:10)
   • What are the limitations and technical challenges? (11:07)
   • Solar-wind derived water on Moon (16:55)

ACCESS TO THE PRESENTATIONS

Download and read the presentations given in front of the Geopolymer Camp attendance. Click here to access to the files.

PROGRAMME

The GeopolymerCamp 2024 spanned 3 days:

SPECIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST:
– Tutorial Workshop (short courses) for Newcomers, on Monday;
– Focused Sessions:
1- 3D printing: Geopolymer inks and Additive manufacturing.
2- Geopolymer solutions for Lunar / Martian habitats.
3- Archaeo-chemistry vs Geopolymer-chemistry.

MONDAY, July 8: TUTORIAL/WORKSHOP

08:15-09:00: Registration to TUTORIAL
09:00-14:00: Workshop and tutorial with laboratory demonstrations (Groups A + B) involving 3 standard recipes.
12:00-13:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group B
13:00-14:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group A
14:00-16:00: Short Courses and Q&A
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14:00-16:00 Registration to GEOPOLYMER CAMP

TUESDAY, July 9: GEOPOLYMER CAMP
(preliminary schedule; Programme in progress)

08:30: Registration

09:00-09:15: Welcome and messages.
09:15-09:45: Keynote by Joseph Davidovits: State of the Geopolymer R&D, 2024 with special emphasis on recent developments.

09:45-11:00 First session: geopolymer molecular chemistry; raw materials, scientific investigations.
– Joerg Lind, Wöllner GmbH, Germany: Geosil – ready to use alkali silicates for Geopolymers.
– Carine Lefèvre, Xatico, Luxembourg: Metakaolins and mineral fillers in geopolymers.
– Ralph Davidovits, Geopolymer Institute, Saint-Quentin, France: Tempozz  metakaolins: the best metakaolins ever tested for geopolymer.
– Ralph Davidovits, Geopolymer Institute, Natural prompt cement from Vicat, substitue for GGBS slag ?
– Sima Kamali, Oulu University, Finland: NaOH Replacement by High Salinity Water to Prepare Geopolymers.

11:00-11:30: Coffee break

11:30 Second Session: Geopolymers for Additive Manufacturing / Geopolymer Inks/ 3D printing:
– Abrar Gamsi, Picardie Jules Verne University, Saint-Quentin: Update of the ongoing research project on 3D printing with Geopolymer Inks.
– Szymon Gądek, Nina Polivoda and Barbara Kozub, Politechnika Krakowska, Krakow, Poland: Geopolymer materials in 3D printing techniques.
– Miguel Otero and L.Freire, AIMEN Technology Centre, Porriño, Spain: GeoS2·3D Project; Sustainable Geopolymer Development for Additive Manufacturing Using Construction and Demolition Waste.
– Timur Mukhametkaliyev, scientist, Kazakhstan: Geopolymer development for 3D printing in Kazakhstan.

13:00 Free Sandwich Lunch

14:00-17:15: Third Session (part 1): industrial applications, building applications, eco-construction, LTGS, bricks, cements, concretes, CO2 mitigation, Global Warming.
– Alex Reggiani, GeoMITS, Prignano Sulla Secchia, Italy: Engineered stone – Sustainable and industrial case of using geopolymer technology to completely replace polyester resin and Portland cement to obtain new marble composite, totally mineral, VOC and pollution free,
– Vincent Claude, Buildwise, Belgium: Support of companies designing innovating geopolymer materials dedicated to construction with a technical, standard and field-related approach.
– Roohollah Kalatehjari, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand: Investigating the Potentials of New Zealand Volcanic Ash in Geopolymer Production for sustainable construction practices.
– Tarek Maassarani, Geopolymer International, LLC, USA, New Geopolymer Applications in the US.
– Gita Sakale, Primekss Group, Riga, Latvia: Prīmx road to net zero concrete slab.
– Aida Pedram, PadraBrick, Vancouver, Canada: Making bricks using coal refuse in Canada.

16:00-16:30 Coffee break

– Jan de Koning, BPN Innovatie laboratorium, Netherlands: Geopolymer Concrete with 100kg CO2/m3 emission.
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16:50-17:15: Focused Session : Archaeo-chemistry vs Geopolymer Chemistry

WEDNESDAY, July 10 : GEOPOLYMER CAMP

9:10-10:30: Focused Session : Geopolymer solutions for Lunar / Martian habitats and space work.

9:10-9:40: Keynote by Joseph Davidovits, Geopolymer Institute, Saint-Quentin, France: The advantages and properties of geopolymers for Lunar and Space materials: a discussion with AI (artificial intelligence Claude-Instant and GPT).
– Samuel Lucas, Stembert, Belgium and Orion Lawlor, University of Alaska Fairbanks, USA: Heat-weldable and vitrifiable lunar geopolymer concrete based on lunar regolith simulant LHS-1.

10:30-11:00: Coffee break

11:00 Third Session (part 2): industrial applications, building applications, eco-construction, LTGS, bricks, cements, concretes, CO2 mitigation, Global Warming
– Alberto Carollo, Ecobeton, Italy: Geoteria: Examples of industrial applications of geopolymer products.
 – Mikk Luht, Eestimaaehitus – Competence Center for Ecological Building, Estonia: Combining geopolymer technologies with natural building techniques.
– Jon Ender, Kodatek, Estonia: Onsite-produced ultralight foamed geopolymer for making houses energy efficient using industry byproducts.
– Jasper Vitse, KU Leuven, Bruges, Belgium: Workability and mechanical properties of CDW-GGBS based geopolymer composites.
– Guido Volmer, Metten Concrete Solutions GmbH, Overath, Germany: EcoTerra ZERO – cement free paving blocks for the concrete industry.
– Rodney La Tourelle, Berling, Germany: Betonwaves; a creative approach to geopolymer cement and recycled concrete.
– Ambilly PS, RWTH Aachen University, Germany: Fresh Properties of 3D Printable Geopolymer Concrete.

13:15 – 15:30 Free Sandwich Lunch – Networking – Open discussions

– Groups – Discussions
– Materials Sciences + Products ; – Materials Technology & Engineering (+ civil engineering)
– Cements – Concretes (+ raw materials, adjuvants); – Sustainable / Eco Construction.

Special Thanks to our Sponsors:

Xatico: Performance Minerals for Geopolymer Solutions

XATICO sells, distributes and advises on mineral materials, offering a wide range of carefully selected products from the world’s best production sites. Its large customer base in Europe covers many industries, including geopolymers. XATICO’s team of experts provides technical and formulation support, customised distribution, consignment stock and delivery services throughout Europe.

Geosil^®: Silicate binders and hardeners for geopolymeric systems

The Geosil^® product line are the first aqueous silicate solutions specifically designed for geopolymerization. In addition, Woellner supplies a wide range of additives to help you achieve your desired properties.

Geopolymer products manufacturer for the USA and North America
Website: gpi.earth

Geopolymer International is your geopolymer expert for the USA and North America. Engaged in production of a wide range of sustainable materials for manufacturing and construction based on geopolymer technology, as well as architectural concrete elements production and 3D printing.

Keynote Conference in video

State of the Geopolymer R&D 2023
Keynote by Joseph Davidovits.

31 min, 81 MB. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

In his keynote “State of the Geopolymer R&D 2023”, Professor Joseph Davidovits provides a comprehensive review of the advancements in geopolymer science and applications over the past year. He begins with discussing ongoing research into the fundamental geopolymerization process and new discoveries around acid-based geopolymerization. Moving into practical applications, Prof. Davidovits examines the development of super high strength metakaolins and how geopolymers can help mitigate global warming through their lower carbon footprint compared to Ordinary Portland Cement. Other timely topics covered include the role of geopolymers in sustainable water resources management and repairing critical infrastructure like roads and pavements damaged by floods. The keynote also talked about progress with 3D printing using geopolymer binders to create strong and stable ceramic-like materials. A highlight is providing details on the world’s first 3D printed house in geopolymer concrete. Lastly, Prof. Davidovits envisions future opportunities for geopolymers to enable more durable habitats for permanent settlements on the moon.

1. Geopolymer Science (00:00)
   • Acid-based Geopolymerization (4:52)
   • New Super High Strength Metakaolins (13:04)
2. Geopolymer and Global Warming (14:50)
   • Management of water resources (15:54)
   • Floodings and infrastructures (roads, pavements repair) (20:11)
3. Geopolymer for Additive Manufacturing 3D-Printing (22:01)
   • High-strength and Chemically Stable ceramic-like (24:04)
   • First house printed in Geopolymer Concrete (26:07)
   • Geopolymer Solutions for Lunar Habitats (28:45)

First house printed in Geopolymer Concrete in Las Vegas, USA
Keynote by William HOFF (Geopolymer International), Emmanuel ROY and Jon SCOTT (StrongPrint3D), Alex REGGIANI, Marina and Andrey DUDNIKOV (Renca).

23 min, 60 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

Two presentations are included in the video:

• (00:00) First Printed House in Geopolymer Cement, by William Hoff (Geopolymer International), Emmanuel Roy and Jon Scott (StrongPrint3D)
• Watch Jarett Gross (@automateconstruction) video: youtu.be/C-tnpkcXTuc
• (10:24) First Printed House – Fight Against the Nature, Alex Reggiani, Marina Dudnikova and Andrey Dudnikov (RENCA)

In April 2023, Geopolymer International, Renca and StrongPrint3D came together in Las Vegas, Nevada to pioneer the world’s first 3D-printed house made entirely from geopolymer cement. Despite the extreme heat and frequent winds in the Las Vegas desert, their teams worked tirelessly over several weeks, using large robotic printer equipment to layer the geopolymer cement to construct the house piece by piece directly on site. There were many challenges along the way, such as cement drying and setting quicker than expected in the hot weather. Adaptations had to be made like modifying cement mixtures. Heavy winds also disrupted prints on some days. However, through ongoing collaboration and adjustments to their process, the companies overcame these hurdles. Finally, they announced the successful completion of the fully 3D-printed house, proving the feasibility of building structures with this innovative method and opening doors to future sustainable housing applications using geopolymer materials.

Additive Manufacturing of Ceramic Type Geopolymer For Complex and Tiny Objects
Keynote by Abrar GASMI, Université Picardie Jules Verne, France, LTI – UR UPJV 3899.

26 min, 69 MB. Click on the CC icon to ACTIVATE SUBTITLES. Watch it fullscreen.

Conference presented by Abrar Gasmi, a PhD student at University Picardie Jules Verne in France, titled “Additive Manufacturing of Ceramic Type Geopolymer For Complex and Tiny Objects.” A. Gasmi discusses her research into 3D printing geopolymer materials, which are environmentally friendly ceramic-like composites. She outlines the challenges in robocasting or extrusion-based 3D printing of geopolymers. A. Gasmi explains how the rheological properties of geopolymer pastes must be characterized to determine their suitability for the 3D printing process. A variety of potential anomalies are explored, from flaws in the initial geopolymer formula to issues that can arise during and after the printing process. She shares insights on developing an optimized geopolymer formula for 3D printing through rheological testing and characterization. She highlights some of the promising results thus far in additively manufacturing complex, small-scale geopolymer prototypes.

ACCESS TO THE PRESENTATIONS

Download and read the presentations given in front of the Geopolymer Camp attendance. Click here to access to the files.

PROGRAMME

The GeopolymerCamp 2023 spanned 3 days:

SPECIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST:
– Tutorial Workshop (short courses) for Newcomers, on Monday;
– Focused Sessions dedicated to 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing / Geopolymer Inks:
1- Geopolymer Inks for additive manufacturing of ceramic type geopolymer items, in the cm range. Experiences gathered in the Saint-Quentin Geopolymer laboratory.
2- 3D printing of a House: experiences gathered in the USA by Geopolymer International LLC (Las Vegas).

MONDAY, July 10: TUTORIAL/WORKSHOP

08:15-09:00: Registration to TUTORIAL
09:00-14:00: Workshop and tutorial with laboratory demonstrations (Groups A + B) involving 3 standard recipes.
12:00-13:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group B
13:00-14:00: Free Sandwich Lunch Group A
14:00-16:00: Short Courses and Q&A
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14:00-16:00 Registration to GEOPOLYMER CAMP

TUESDAY, July 11: GEOPOLYMER CAMP

08:30: Registration

09:00-09:15: Welcome and messages.
09:15-09:45: Keynote by Joseph Davidovits: State of the Geopolymer R&D, 2023 with special emphasis on recent developments.

09:45 First session:

Themes: geopolymer molecular chemistry; raw materials, scientific investigations.
– The need for a peer-reviewed, open access, online academic journal – the Journal of Geopolymer Chemistry and Materials, John Head, Geopolymer Industries, USA.
– Graphii Coat 30 GP, engineered graphite geopolymer coating, Alex Reggiani, GeoMITS, Prignano Sulla Secchia, Italy.
– Joerg Lind, Wöllner GmbH, Germany: Geosil – ready to use alkali silicates for Geopolymers.
– Carine Lefèvre, Xatico, Luxembourg: Metakaolins and mineral fillers in geopolymers.

11:00-11:30: Coffee break

11:30 Second Session:

Geopolymers for Additive Manufacturing / Geopolymer Inks/ 3D printing.
– Introducing a new metakaolin for the making of Geopolymer Inks adapted to additive /3D printing, Ralph Davidovits, Geopolymer Institute and Laboratoire des Technologies Innovantes, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, France.  
– Geopolymer Inks for additive manufacturing of ceramic type geopolymer items, in the cm range. Experiences gathered in the Saint-Quentin Geopolymer laboratory. Abrar Gasmi and Ralph Davidovits, Laboratoire des Technologies Innovantes, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, France.
– The relationship between maker, machine and material: Creative investigation of geopolymer extrusion 3D printing, Lennart Engels, 3D Print Workshop, School of Arts, Design and Architectur, Aalto University, Finland.

13:00 Free Sandwich Lunch

14:000 Focused Session : 3D printing of Geopolymer concrete

– Geopolymer composites and 3D printing technology to create modern solutions for Lunar and Martian habitats, Kozub Barbara, Gądek Szymon, Korniejenko Kinga, Cracow University of Technology, Cracow, Poland.

– The First 3D Printed Geopolymer House: Experiences Gathered in the USA, William Hoff,  Geopolymer International LLC, Las Vegas, USA, and Emmanuel Roy, Jon Scott, StrongPrint 3D Construction Inc, Calgary, Canada.
– Renca-Geopolymer mortar for the first 3D Printed Geopolymer House, Alex Reggiani, Andrey Dudnikov, Marina Dudnikova, Renca.

15:45-16:15 Coffee break:

16:15 – 17:00 General Discussion on 3D Printing (Part 1)

WEDNESDAY, July 12 : GEOPOLYMER CAMP

9:00-09:45 Third Session:

Themes: industrial applications, foamed panels, ceramics, high temperature, binders, composites, toxic and radioactive waste containment.

– Manufacturing of fibre reinforced phosphate geopolymer composites, Sathis Kumar Selvarayan, Deutsche Institute für Textil- und Faserforschung Denkendorf, Germany.
– Alternative applications of geopolymers in the environmental industry, Miguel Otero and Lorena Freire, AIMEN Technology Centre, O Porriño (Spain).
– Recycled coffee grounds and micronized rice husk GP lightweight mortar for casting tables and tiles, Alex Reggiani, GeoMITS, Prignano Sulla Secchia, Italy.

Fourth session 09:45-12:15

Themes: building applications, eco-construction, LTGS, bricks, cements, concretes, CO2 mitigation, Global Warming.

– a) Application of Dry Grinding as an Optimisation Tool for the Surface Area development in Geopolymer Cement Manufacture and b) Predictive optimisation model for geopolymer Cement production, Zvikomborero Lazarus Duri, Naveen BP, Rajesh Arora, Rajesh Goyal, Amity International Univervisity Haryana, Gurgaon (Manesar), India and NICMAR University, Pune, India.
– Performance evaluation of Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) incorporated Geopolymer Concrete for rigid pavement applications, Ghosh Ayana, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India.
– The use of excavated soils into geopolymeric binders, Mouhammadou Amar, IMT-Nord Europe, CERI Matériaux et Procédés, Douai, France.
– Geopolymers as a Concrete Repair Material in Industrial Facilities Glenn Schaefer, Structural Technologies, Fulton, USA.

11:00-11:30: Coffee break.

– Development Of Semi Mobile Precast Facilities For Geopolymer Concrete Made From Chilean Copper Mining Tailings, Maarten van den Berg and Sergio Ascencio Letelier, VDB Ingeniería Circular, Santiago, Chile.
– R-EVOLUTION, geopolymer-based mortar for the production of eco-pavers, Alex Reggiani, GeoMITS, Prignano Sulla Secchia, Italy.

13:15 – 15:30 Free Sandwich Lunch – Networking – Open discussions

– Groups – Discussions
– Materials Sciences + Products ; – Materials Technology & Engineering (+ civil engineering)
– Cements – Concretes (+ raw materials, adjuvants); – Sustainable / Eco Construction.

Photos Gallery

IMPORTANT: We are changing the format of our Webinar – Q&A session only!

Outline of the talk:

For this Webinar Spring 2017, we have decided to set up a Questions and Answers (Q&A) session. Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and get your chance to ask any questions on Geopolymer Chemistry and Technology. He will answer questions either sent in advance or directly from the audience, live from his office, and stay online up to 3 hours until relevant topics have been discussed.

We strongly engage your attention to watch again the previous webinars videos before attending the webinar and prepare asking your questions. They have been now watched a thousand of times and been acclaimed by many as the best and straightforward introduction to geopolymers for all audiences (including students, scientists, engineers, business men, enthusiastic…).

You will have two ways of asking questions:

1. Complex questions that need certain time to read and study. You can send Professor Joseph Davidovits some texts, pictures or PDF and ask for his advices. He will try to answer your query as best as possible with regard to the audience interests. Please, send in advance your question or comments as a PDF file with graphs and images not exceeding 5 MB in total at the bottom of this page.
2. Simple short questions. They can be asked during the webinar session. Just, type in your question in the chat field of the GoToMeeting software. You can also write your question in advance at the bottom of this page which is the best method anyway to get an answer.

Obviously, you may attend the seminar without having to send any question. It is free for anybody to listen and learn, provided you register. Therefore, we are inviting you to participate, to share the spirit of this event, and hope to have you on line during this Geopolymer Webinar.

There will be two sessions, one for the Eastern hemisphere and the day after for the Western hemisphere. Please, register to only one session.

April 11, 2017: First 3 hour talk for the Eastern Hemisphere (Europe / Africa / Asia), at 07:00 UTC+0 (09:00 Paris / Berlin, 09:00 Johannesburg, 10:00 Moscow, 11:00 Dubai, 12:00 New Delhi, 14:00 Jakarta, 15:00 Beijing, 16:00 Tokyo, 17:00 Sidney, 19:00 Auckland).

April 12, 2017: Second 3 hour talk for the Western Hemisphere (Europe / Americas), at 16:00 UTC+0 (18:00 Paris / Berlin, 17:00 London / Casablanca, 13:00 Rio de Janeiro, 12:00 New York, 11:00 Mexico City, 09:00 Los Angeles).

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Language is English.

Note that the number of attendees is limited to 100 per session. So, do not wait for the last moment to join the Webinar and secure your seat before it is too late. This Q&A webinar is FREE.

Who shall attend?
Students, scientists, researchers, engineers from public and private organizations, curious or long-term experienced people in their fields of expertise, professionals involved in a wide range of development, including managers, finance specialists, R&D, marketing, business decision makers, technology and products development specialists, etc.

Technical requirements: We will use the GoToWebinar system from LogMeIn working with many computers (PC, Mac, iOS or Android App), including a fast internet connection, a web browser and the GoToMeeting application that you must install in your computer or your mobile/tablet device. For more information, please verify that you meet the systems requirements for GoToMeeting. Before joining the meeting from the e-mail invitation, please join a test meeting to confirm that you are able to successfully join a meeting.

Register Now:

Do not wait to register. You will immediately receive an e-mail with all the details and a personal link to connect to the webinar. More, you will receive 3 reminders by e-mail, one week, one day and one hour before the beginning of each session.

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Ask Your Question:

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We’ll use this information to keep you informed once or twice a year about news or other plans provided by the Geopolymer Institute, and to gather demographic data yielding visitors statistics. Any information gathered using this form will not be given, sold or traded to anyone outside of the Geopolymer Institute for any reason.
We consider all messages received as confidential because they may contain information that is privileged and exempt from disclosure. We will not transmit to third parties your e-mail address. According to the French law (art. 34 of the law “Informatique et Libertés” ( Computer and Liberty ) 6-jan-1978), you have the right to access, edit, modify and delete all data concerning you. To apply this right, please write us.

Videos

This free webinar covers various aspects of the geopolymer science and applications. Yet, you will find a focus on geopolymer cement and concrete to celebrate its successful commercialization that raises a great interest all over the world.
Professor Joseph Davidovits spans a broad spectrum of valuable knowledge in this 2¼ hours video by reviewing the following topics:

1. Geopolymer definitions.
2. Real world and successful applications and commercialization.
3. Heat and fire-resistant geopolymer.
4. Why did it take 30 years to commercialize geopolymer cement?
5. Alkali Activated Materials are not Polymers, so they cannot be used as synonyms for Geo-Polymers!
6. The “good” geopolymer terminology and why using it opens its understanding.
7. Principles of geopolymer technologies (it is first a real “polymer”).
8. Fly ash-based geopolymer concrete: how to make a good one.
9. The 6 basic rules in geopolymer processing.
10. False CO2 emissions calculations.

2h15, 265 MB. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and listen to the Free Geopolymer WEBINAR Spring 2016 (free Web Workshop), April 19-20, 2016, a 1-day talk of 3 hours including 3-4 breaks with Q&A that will cover:

• The impact of geopolymer on your R&D projects, university research, product marketing or industrial practices.
• The fundamental principles and concept of geopolymer science and technology (geopolymer resins, binders and cements, high-tech composites, fire- and heat-resistance materials);
• The major impact of geopolymer chemistry on our global economy in terms of low-energy and low-CO2 production technologies: geopolymer cements, geopolymer ceramics, eco-building, LTGS bricks;

LANGUAGE IS ENGLISH. Each talk is designed in order to encourage fruitful discussions between Prof. Joseph Davidovits (3-4 breaks with Q&A).

During the webinar, we plan 2 identical sessions with the same talk and content but with a different time. It will help to connect with people around the world with different time zones. If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

April 19, 2016:

• Session 1: 07:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe, Africa, Asia (09:00 Paris / Berlin, 09:00 Johannesburg, 10:00 Moscow, 11:00 Dubai, 12:00 New Delhi, 14:00 Jakarta, 15:00 Beijing, 16:00 Tokyo, 17:00 Sidney, 19:00 Auckland).

April 20, 2016:

• Session 2: 16:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe and Americas (18:00 Paris / Berlin, 17:00 London / Casablanca, 13:00 Rio de Janeiro, 12:00 New York, 11:00 Mexico City, 09:00 Los Angeles).

Outline of the talk:
The talk shows how the development of the geopolymer science concept was governed by the need to solve global technological problems in the industrial fields of extractive minerals, ceramics, cements, building materials, decorative stones and restoration works, fire and heat resistant composites, high-tech composites for aerospace, aircraft, naval and automobile, radioactive and toxic waste containment, thermal insulation. 
It further provides a clear distinction between geopolymer and alkali-activated materials and highlights some historical milestones.
 Upon completion of this presentation, you will be able to make a clear cut between geopolymer technologies and low-tech/alkali-activated systems.

Who shall attend?
Students, scientists, researchers, engineers from public and private organizations, curious or long-term experienced people in their fields of expertise, professionals involved in a wide range of development, including managers, finance specialists, R&D, marketing, business decision makers, technology and products development specialists, etc.

Technical requirements: We will use the GoToWebinar system from LogMeIn working with many computers (PC, Mac, iOS or Android App), including a fast internet connection, a web browser and the GoToMeeting application that you must install in your computer or your mobile/tablet device. For more information, please verify that you meet the systems requirements for GoToMeeting. Before joining the meeting from the e-mail invitation, please join a test meeting to confirm that you are able to successfully join a meeting.

Register Now:

Do not wait to register. You will immediately receive an e-mail with all the details and a personal link to connect to the webinar. More, you will receive 3 reminders by e-mail, one week, one day and one hour before the beginning of each session.

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Privacy statement:

We’ll use this information to keep you informed once or twice a year about news or other plans provided by the Geopolymer Institute, and to gather demographic data yielding visitors statistics. Any information gathered using this form will not be given, sold or traded to anyone outside of the Geopolymer Institute for any reason.
We consider all messages received as confidential because they may contain information that is privileged and exempt from disclosure. We will not transmit to third parties your e-mail address. According to the French law (art. 34 of the law “Informatique et Libertés” ( Computer and Liberty ) 6-jan-1978), you have the right to access, edit, modify and delete all data concerning you. To apply this right, please write us.

Webinar Spring 2016

This free webinar covers various aspects of the geopolymer science and applications. Yet, you will find a focus on geopolymer cement and concrete to celebrate its successful commercialization that raises a great interest all over the world.
Professor Joseph Davidovits spans a broad spectrum of valuable knowledge in this 2¼ hours video by reviewing the following topics:

1. Geopolymer definitions.
2. Real world and successful applications and commercialization.
3. Heat and fire-resistant geopolymer.
4. Why did it take 30 years to commercialize geopolymer cement?
5. Alkali Activated Materials are not Polymers, so they cannot be used as synonyms for Geo-Polymers!
6. The “good” geopolymer terminology and why using it opens its understanding.
7. Principles of geopolymer technologies (it is first a real “polymer”).
8. Fly ash-based geopolymer concrete: how to make a good one.
9. The 6 basic rules in geopolymer processing.
10. False CO2 emissions calculations.

2h15, 265 MB. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Webinar Spring 2014: Talk 1 and Talk 2.

These are live recording videos. They constitute genuine tools for those of you who want to learn and increase their knowledge in Geopolymer Science and Technology.

Talk 1/Part 1 – Applications and commercializations

24 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 1/Part 2 – What is a geopolymer ?

15 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 1/Part 3 – The 6 basic rules in geopolymer processing

33 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 1/Part 4 – Geopolymer science and egyptian pyramids

25 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 5 – Principles of alumino-silicate geopolymer

29 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 6 – Heat- and fire-resistant geopolymer

12 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 7 – Fly ashed-based geopolymer (10 min.)

10 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 8 – Durability tests

9 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 9 – Geopolymer cement standards / low CO₂

12 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

Talk 2/Part 10 – Geopolymer science and roman cement

12 minutes. Click on the icon on the right to watch it fullscreen.

IMPORTANT: We are changing the format of our Webinar – Q&A session only!

Outline of the talk:

For this Webinar Fall 2014, we have decided to set up a unique Questions and Answers (Q&A) session. Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and get your chance to ask any questions on Geopolymer Chemistry and Technology. He will answer to questions either sent in advance or directly from the audience, live from his office, and stay online up to 3 hours until relevant topics have been discussed.

We change the format because the videos of the last Webinar Spring 2014 are still available at this web page Video – Webinar Spring 2014: Geopolymer Web Workshop, Apr. 8-9. They have been now watched a thousand of times and been acclaimed by many as the best and straightforward introduction to geopolymers for all audiences (including students, scientists, engineers, business men, enthusiastic…). So, we strongly engage your attention to watch again these videos before attending the webinar and prepare asking your questions.

You will have two ways of asking questions:

1. Complex questions that need certain time to read and study. You can send Professor Joseph Davidovits some texts, pictures or PDF and ask for his advices. He will try to answer your query as best as possible with regard to the audience interests. Please, send in advance your question or comments as a PDF file with graphs and images not exceeding 5 MB in total at the bottom of this page.
2. Simple short questions. They can be asked during the webinar session. Just, type in your question in the chat field of the GoToMeeting software. You can also write your question in advance at the bottom of this page.

Obviously, you may attend the seminar without having to send any question. It is free for anybody to listen and learn, provided you register. Therefore, we are inviting you to participate, to share the spirit of this event, and hope to have you on line during this Geopolymer Webinar Fall 2014.

There will be two sessions, one for the Eastern hemisphere and the day after for the Western hemisphere. Please, register to only one session.

November 25, 2014: First 3 hour talk for the Eastern Hemisphere, at 07:00 UTC+0 (08:00 Paris-Berlin, 09:00 Johannesburg, 10:00 Moscow, 11:00 Dubai, 12:30 New Delhi, 14:00 Jakarta, 15:00 Beijing, 15:00 Perth, 16:00 Seoul, 17:00 Brisbane, 18:00 Melbourne, 20:00 Auckland).

November 26, 2014: Second 3 hour talk for the Western Hemisphere, at 15:00 UTC+0 (16:00 Paris-Berlin, 15:00 London-Casablanca, 13:00 Sao Paulo, 10:00 New York-Bogota, 09:00 Mexico City, 08:00 Phoenix, 07:00 Los Angeles).

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Language is English.

Note that the number of attendees is limited to 100 per session. So, do not wait for the last moment to join the Webinar and secure your seat before it is too late. This Q&A webinar is FREE.

Who shall attend?
Students, scientists, researchers, engineers from public and private organizations, curious or long-term experienced people in their fields of expertise, professionals involved in a wide range of development, including managers, finance specialists, R&D, marketing, business decision makers, technology and products development specialists, etc.

Technical requirements: We will use the GoToWebinar system from LogMeIn working with many computers (PC, Mac, iOS or Android App), including a fast internet connection, a web browser and the GoToMeeting application that you must install in your computer or your mobile/tablet device. For more information, please verify that you meet the systems requirements for GoToMeeting. Before joining the meeting from the e-mail invitation, please join a test meeting to confirm that you are able to successfully join a meeting.

Register Now:

Do not wait to register. You will immediately receive an e-mail with all the details and a personal link to connect to the webinar. More, you will receive 3 reminders by e-mail, one week, one day and one hour before the beginning of each session.

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Ask Your Question:

[si-contact-form form=’4′]

Privacy statement:

We’ll use this information to keep you informed once or twice a year about news or other plans provided by the Geopolymer Institute, and to gather demographic data yielding visitors statistics. Any information gathered using this form will not be given, sold or traded to anyone outside of the Geopolymer Institute for any reason.
We consider all messages received as confidential because they may contain information that is privileged and exempt from disclosure. We will not transmit to third parties your e-mail address. According to the French law (art. 34 of the law “Informatique et Libertés” ( Computer and Liberty ) 6-jan-1978), you have the right to access, edit, modify and delete all data concerning you. To apply this right, please write us.

ORGANIZED BY THE GEOPOLYMER INSTITUTE

– April, Geopolymer Webinar Spring 2015 (Internet)

Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and listen to the Geopolymer WEBINAR Spring 2015 a free Web seminar of 2 x 3 hours course.

Go to Geopolymer Webinar Spring 2015

06-8 July, Saint-Quentin, France

7th Geopolymer Camp 2015,
International workshop on geopolymer science, technology and applications, as well as archaeology. Celebrating 36th-year anniversary of the Geopolymer Institute.
Go to GeopolymerCamp

– November, Geopolymer Webinar Fall 2015 (Internet)

Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and listen to the Geopolymer WEBINAR Fall 2015 a free Web seminar of 2 x 3 hours course.

Go to Geopolymer Webinar 2014

ADDITIONAL OFFICIAL CONFERENCE FOR 2015

25-30 January, Daytona Beach, Florida, USA,

Organized by the American Ceramic Society,
ICACC’15 International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites,
Focused Session 1: Geopolymer and Chemically Bonded Ceramics.
Go to Daytona Symposia

24-29 May, Hernstein, Austria

ECI Conference GEOPOLYMERS
Geopolymers: The route to eliminate waste and emissions in ceramic and cement manufacturing.
Go to ECI Conference

Recorded Videos of the Free Geopolymer Webinar Spring 2014: Talk 1 and Talk 2, April 8-9, 2014.

We had a strong attendance (ca. 215 registered participants split between the two daily sessions, see map below).

These are live recording videos. They constitute genuine tools for those of you who want to learn and increase their knowledge in Geopolymer Science and Technology.

Webinar 2014 Talk 1/Part 1 – Applications and commercializations (24 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 1/Part 2 – What is a geopolymer ? (15 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 1/Part 3 – The 6 basic rules of geopolymer processing (33 min.)

Webinar 2014 Part 4 – Geopolymer science and egyptian pyramids (25 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 5 – Principles of alumino-silicate geopolymer (29 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 6 – Heat- and fire-resistant geopolymer (12 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 7 – Fly ashed-based geopolymer (10 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 8 – Durability tests (9 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 9 – Geopolymer cement standards / low CO₂ (12 min.)

Webinar 2014 Talk 2/Part 10 – Geopolymer science and roman cement (12 min.)

Join Professor Joseph Davidovits and listen to the Free Geopolymer WEBINAR Spring 2014 (free Web Workshop), April 8-9, 2014, a 2-day talk of 2 hours including 3-4 breaks with Q&A that will cover:

• The impact of geopolymer on your R&D projects, university research, product marketing or industrial practices.
• The fundamental principles and concept of geopolymer science and technology (geopolymer resins, binders and cements, high-tech composites, fire- and heat-resistance materials);
• The major impact of geopolymer chemistry on our global economy in terms of low-energy and low-CO2 production technologies: geopolymer cements, geopolymer ceramics, eco-building, LTGS bricks;

LANGUAGE IS ENGLISH. Each talk is designed in order to encourage fruitful discussions between Prof. Joseph Davidovits (3-4 breaks with Q&A).

During the webinar, we plan 2 sessions for the same day with the same talk and content but with a different time. It will help to connect with people around the world with different time zones. If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

April 8, 2014: first day, 2 hour talk

• Session 1: 07:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe, Africa, Asia (09:00 Paris-Berlin time, 12:30 India, 15:00 China, 15:00 Perth, 19:00 Auckland),
• Session 2: 16:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe and Americas (18:00 Paris-Berlin time, 13:00 Brazil, 12:00 New York, 09:00 Los Angeles).

April 9, 2014: second day, 2 hour talk

• Session 1: 07:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe, Africa, Asia (09:00 Paris-Berlin time, 12:30 India, 15:00 China, 15:00 Perth, 19:00 Auckland),
• Session 2: 16:00 UTC+0 (GMT) for Europe and Americas (18:00 Paris-Berlin time, 13:00 Brazil, 12:00 New York, 09:00 Los Angeles).

Outline of the talk:
The talk shows how the development of the geopolymer science concept was governed by the need to solve global technological problems in the industrial fields of extractive minerals, ceramics, cements, building materials, decorative stones and restoration works, fire and heat resistant composites, high-tech composites for aerospace, aircraft, naval and automobile, radioactive and toxic waste containment, thermal insulation. 
It further provides a clear distinction between geopolymer and alkali-activated materials and highlights some historical milestones.
 Upon completion of this presentation, you will be able to make a clear cut between geopolymer technologies and low-tech/alkali-activated systems.

Who shall attend?
Students, scientists, researchers, engineers from public and private organizations, curious or long-term experienced people in their fields of expertise, professionals involved in a wide range of development, including managers, finance specialists, R&D, marketing, business decision makers, technology and products development specialists, etc.

Technical requirements: We will use the GoToWebinar system from Citrix working with many computers (PC, Mac, iOS or Android App), including a fast internet connection, a web browser and the GoToMeeting application that you must install in your computer or your mobile/tablet device. For more information, please verify that you meet the systems requirements for Citrix  GoToMeeting. Before joining the meeting from the e-mail invitation, please join a test meeting to confirm that you are able to successfully join a meeting.

Register Now:

Do not wait to register. You will immediately receive an e-mail with all the details and a personal link to connect to the webinar. More, you will receive 3 reminders by e-mail, one week, one day and one hour before the beginning of each session.

If you have any doubt for the time and date for your country, visit a time zone converter website like this one: thetimenow.com

Privacy statement:

We’ll use this information to keep you informed once or twice a year about news or other plans provided by the Geopolymer Institute, and to gather demographic data yielding visitors statistics. Any information gathered using this form will not be given, sold or traded to anyone outside of the Geopolymer Institute for any reason.
We consider all messages received as confidential because they may contain information that is privileged and exempt from disclosure. We will not transmit to third parties your e-mail address. According to the French law (art. 34 of the law “Informatique et Libertés” ( Computer and Liberty ) 6-jan-1978), you have the right to access, edit, modify and delete all data concerning you. To apply this right, please write us.

We had a strong attendance (ca. 200 registered participants split between the two daily sessions). The videos are genuine tools for those of you who want to learn and increase their knowledge in Geopolymer Science and Technology.

Geopolymer Webinar 2013 Part 1

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Geopolymer Webinar 2013 Part 2

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The last few years have seen spectacular technological progress in the development of geosynthesis and geopolymeric applications.

New state-of-the-art materials designed with the help of geopolymerisation reactions are opening up new applications and procedures, and transforming ideas that have been taken for granted in inorganic and mineral chemistry.

Since the discovery of the geopolymer chemistry by Prof. Joseph Davidovits (see also in the Library the scientific paper IUPAC 1976) this new generation of materials, whether used pure, with fillers or reinforced, is already finding applications in all fields of industry. These applications are to be found in the automotive and aerospace industries, non-ferrous foundries and metallurgy, civil engineering, cements and concretes, ceramics and plastics industries, waste management, art and decoration, retrofit of buildings, etc. One third of the recently updated book Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications is dedicated to geopolymeric applications. You may also go to the Geopolymer Library and download several papers, for example #21 Geopolymer cement review 2013.

Some of the geopolymer applications are still in development whereas others are already industrialized and commercialized. They will be listed in six (6) categories, namely:

Geopolymer Precursor

Geopolymer Resin, paint, binder, grout

Geopolymer cement, concrete, waste management, global warming

Applications with geopolymer cements and concretes are described in the section Geopolymer Cement with special emphasis on the introduction of user-friendly systems. It is striking to notice that Geopolymer cements manufacture emits 80 to 90% less CO₂ (greenhouse effect gas) than Portland Cement. See in GLOBAL WARMING. They are perfect examples of Green Chemistry and Sustainable Development.

For information on Fly Ash-based geopolymer cements go to European Research Project GEOASH. For updated very recent detailed information, read Chapters 12, 24, 25 in Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications; you may also download previous papers in the Library .

Rock-based geopolymer cements are ideal for environmental applications, such as the permanent encapsulation of radioactive and other hazardous wastes, toxic metals, as well as sealants, capping, barriers, and other structures necessary for remedying toxic waste containment sites (see our European Research Project GEOCISTEM and the GEOPOLYTECH process). See also in the Library .

Rock-based geopolymer cements and concretes for building and repairing infrastructure have very high early strength, their setting times can be entirely controlled, and they remain intact for a very long time without the need for repair. See in Davidovits’ book, Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications, the Chapters 9, 10, 24 and 25. The strength of geopolymeric rock-based geopolymer concrete is such that a heavy Boeing or Airbus can land on a runway freshly patched with geopolymeric rock-based geopolymer concrete only four hours after patching has been completed. The discovery of this new cement was awarded with a Gold Ribbon by the American National Association for Science, Technology and Society (NASTS) in 1994 (Library paper #3 NASTS award ).

Geopolymer specialty

Geopolymer ceramic

Several decades ago, ceramicists tried to manufacture ceramic tiles at temperatures lower than 450°C, without firing. Geopolymer science masters the transformation of kaolinite, the major component of ceramic clays, into geopolymers of the poly(sialate) and poly(sialate-siloxo) types. Application of this chemistry yielded several technological breakthroughs pertaining to LTGS, Low-Temperature-Geopolymeric-Setting and geopolymerized modern ceramic processing. See in Chapter 23 of Davidovits’ book Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications .

Geopolymer high-tech/ fiber reinforced composite

Geopolymer composites have three main properties that make them superior to ceramic-matrix composites, plastics, and organic composite materials.

First:
Geopolymers are very easy to make, as they handle easily and do not require high heat.
Second:
Geopolymeric composites have a higher heat tolerance than organic composites. Tests conducted on Geopolymer carbon-composites showed that they will not burn at all, no matter how many times ignition might be attempted.
Third:
The mechanical properties of Geopolymer composites are as good as those of organic composites. In addition, Geopolymers resist all organic solvents (and are only affected by strong hydrochloric acid).

Before the discovery of geopolymerization, these three critical properties had not been incorporated into any one material. More information are available in applications called GEO-COMPOSITE and GEO-STRUCTURE and in Davidovits’ book Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications , Chapter 21.

An Example of the Development of Geopolymeric Composites and Cements That Improves Air Travel Safety and Airport Efficiency*

The Chapters of the book GEOPOLYMER Chemistry & Applications dedicated to these applications are referred to in italic.

A jet is preparing for takeoff from a runway in New York as a crew begins placing a section of geopolymer concrete (Chapters 24, 25) on a Los Angeles runway. The plane is equipped with a fire-resistant geopolymer-encased electronic flight recorder. The jet’s cabin has also been rendered fireproof with sandwich panels of carbon/Geopolymite® composites (Chapter 21) and geopolymer foam insulating boards (Chapter 22). The jet is also equipped with a highly advanced fireproof air filter. Several structural components of the jet, made with an advanced SPF Al superplastic aluminum alloy, have been manufactured at 550°C using compression ceramic tools made of geopolymer materials (Chapter 20).

When the plane is ready to land in Los Angeles, the runway repaired with Pyrament® concrete will be ready for it.

*This fictitious example illustrates possible applications that are or have been manufactured and/or patented by several companies

There are hundreds of companies manufacturing and selling geopolymer products worldwide.

And a lot more are not claiming they are using the geopolymer chemistry to keep their know-how secret. So, search the web and find patents. You will get a comprenhsive list of commercial applications.

Go to
PCI-Geofug Geopolymer Technology

and watch the product video.

• Pumpable geopolymer formulation for oilfield application (WO 2008/017414).
• Pumpable geopolymer formulation for carbon dioxide storage (WO 2008/017413).

– Commissariat Energie Atomique: Method of preparing a controlled porosity geopolymer, the resulting geopolymer and the various applications thereof (WO 2009/050196).

ISBN: 9782951482036

Buy your copy of the Video Tutorial at The Geopolymer Shop

With your order, you will receive two items: the new edition of the book Geopolymer Chemistry and Applications and a USB memory stick with 5.5 hours of video tutorials (the Geopolymer for Newcomers series) and up to 10 hours of video bonuses for a total of 15 hours of videos.

Watch this short presentation, it includes small excerpts, and a view of the Geopolymer Institute laboratory.

What is the content of this video tutorial ?

This video tutorial is divided in 9 topics. Its purpose is to give you an introduction, an insight on geopolymer science in general. It is aimed at university professors, doctorates, master students as well as self-learning researchers in the industry. Although you get each concepts fully developed in the book Geopolymer Chemistry and Applications, you may need to look at additional scientific knowledge in reference textbooks on materials science, chemistry and physic. This tutorial is therefore a good supplement for your understanding of all these concepts, and for teachers it is a good help in the learning process of geopolymer chemistry.
As a bonus, you will find “Building the pyramids of Egypt”, Joseph DAVIDOVITS a 1h30 conference on his famous theory on how the Egyptians pyramids were built with re-agglomerated limestone.

What are these files ?

The videos are readable in any computer that can play MPEG4 H.264 AVC files. Most recent  computers, tablets, phones, and some televisions can play them flawlessly. You can use for example the free players Apple QuickTime or VLC or Mplayer or many other video players. They are high definition videos, so your computer should be powerful enough to open them. Download this small excerpt to check the compatibility with your computer; it is the exact size and format of what you will receive. Please, do this test before ordering.

sample-geopolymer-video-tutorial.mp4 – 7.95 MB – 47s – 1024x640p – MPEG4 H.264 AVC

Outline of the tutorials

Topic #1: from invention to industrialization; 1972-2008: 36 years of research, development and applications
The course shows how the development of the geopolymer science concept was governed by the need to solve global technological problems in the industrial fields of extractive minerals, ceramics, cements, building materials, decorative stones and restoration works, fire and heat resistant composites, high-tech composites for aerospace, aircraft, naval and automobile, radioactive and toxic waste containment, thermal insulation.
It further provides a clear distinction between geopolymer and alkali-activated materials and highlights some historical milestones.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to make a clear cut between geopolymer technologies and low-tech/alkali-activated systems.

Topic #2: The mineral geopolymer concept
The course discusses the differences between the ionic and covalent bonding concepts. It introduces the molecular representation for geopolymeric structures based on the most recent results of physicochemical science.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to describe the fundamental principles and concepts of geopolymer science and technology.

Topic #3: Macromolecular structure of natural silicates and aluminosilicates
This course describes the numerous natural minerals and pinpoints their similarities to geopolymeric molecules (monomers, dimers, trimers, etc..) and macromolecules (polymers). It involves:
– Ortho-silicates, ring silicates,
– Linear poly-silicates: pyroxene, amphibole
– Sheet poly-silicates: kaolinite, pyrophillite, muscovite
– Framework poly-silicates: quartz, feldspars, feldspathoids, zeolites
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to explain the properties of the minerals used as raw-materials in geopolymer manufacturing.

Topic #4: Scientific tools, X-rays, FTIR, NMR
This course selects which analytical method is the most appropriate for the study of geopolymers, namely Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy.

Topic #5: Macromolecular structure of Soluble Silicate, Poly(siloxonate) with Si:Al=1:0
This course revisits an old industry namely that of waterglass, a basic geopolymeric chemical ingredient. It involves:
– History of soluble silicates (waterglass), manufacture,
– Macromolecular structure of (Na,K)–silicate glasses,
– Hydrolysis, depolymerization of solid silicates
– Structure of poly(siloxonate) solutions (waterglass)
– NMR spectroscopy, macromolecular structure, identification of soluble species
– Density, Viscosity, pH, alkali silicate powders
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to understand the differences between Na-silicates and K-silicates and how to apply this new knowledge in the design of high-quality geopolymeric products.

Topic #6: Macromolecular chemistry of Metakaolin MK-750 and related geopolymers with Si:Al=1-3
This course follows the various structural changes of the mineral kaolinite into metakaolin and their implications in the geopolymerization mechanisms. It describes:
– Dehydroxylation mechanism of kaolinite
– Chemical mechanism, ortho-sialate molecules
– Kinetic, Chemical attack, Exothermic reaction
– Formation of Na-based geopolymeric frameworks: nepheline, albite, phillipsite
– Formation of K-based geopolymeric frameworks: kalsilite, leucite
Upon completion of this course you will be able to :
– Outline the identification and the study of metakaolin raw materials for geopolymeric precursors with selected instrumental methods.
– Identify the reaction mechanism from monomers, oligomers to polymers, kinetics and geopolymerization parameters.

Topic #7: Low-energy, Low-CO₂ geopolymer cements
This course provides a thorough presentation and discussion on the basic knowledge about geopolymer cements and related building products based on the by-products of industrial and mining activities or Coal-Power-Plants: fly ashes. It comprises:
– MK-750 / slag-based geopolymer cement
– Rock-based geopolymer cement
– Fly ash-based geopolymer cement
– Greenhouse CO₂ mitigation with geopolymer cement: Examples of low CO₂ mitigation with geopolymer cements
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to describe the fundamental principles and concepts allowing the use of geological outcrops as well as mineral by-products and tailings, fly ashes, in low-energy and low-CO₂ geopolymer cements manufacture.

Topic #8: Low-energy, Low-CO₂ geopolymer ceramics
This course offers a comprehensive review of the impact of Geopolymer technology on the manufacture of Low-energy ceramics and bricks. It involves:
– Geopolymerization mechanism of kaolinite under co-valent bonding concept
– Geopolymeric setting at temperature below 65°C, 80°C and 450°C
– Resistance to water; physical properties
– Application to archaeological ceramics: 25.000 year-old geopolymer ceramic: Venus of Dolni Vestonice
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to apply the geopolymeric ceramic concept to implement modern Low-energy ceramic processing for the production of regular ceramic tiles (glazed) or fired bricks.

Topic #9: User-Friendly Systems
Although geopolymerization does not rely on toxic organic solvents but only on water, it needs chemical ingredients that may be dangerous. Some of them may be classified as user-hostile systems and therefore require some safety procedures.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to understand the absolute necessity of implementing user-friendly geopolymeric systems.

Bonus

Geopolymer Webinar
This is a recording of a 5 hours presentation of Joseph Davidovits in October 2013 on geopolymers in general, focusing in industrial applications and science. It is a good introduction on how to approach this topic the right way.

GeopolymerCamp Keynotes
Joseph Davidovits presents each year during this conference a state of the R&D and industrialization of geopolymers at large.

Building the pyramids of Egypt
Joseph DAVIDOVITS presents his famous theory on how the Egyptians pyramids were built with re-agglomerated limestone.

LTGS brick conference
Joseph DAVIDOVITS presents the manufacture of bricks with low energy at the Ceramics and Brotherhood Symposium, Verona, Italy, in July 2008.

Davya 60 cement tutorial and Datobe ceramic tutorial
Two short “how-to” on how to manipulate a geopolymer cement and a geopolymer ceramic, with tips and tricks the way a lab technician of the Geopolymer Institute is doing it.

Buy your copy of the Video Tutorial at The Geopolymer Shop

INCLUDED WITH YOUR ORDER: Proceedings of the Geopolymer 2005 World Congress
(Geopolymer, green chemistry and sustainable development solutions)

The USB memory stick contains the proceedings of the World Congress Geopolymer 2005, held in France and in Australia, on geopolymer science, technology and applications. More than 180 people attended the congress, 85 international research institutions and companies presented a total of 75 papers. They cover a wide scope of topics ranging from geopolymer chemistry, industrial waste and raw material, geopolymer cement, geopolymer concrete (including fly ash-based geopolymers), applications in constructions materials, applications in high-tech materials, matrix for fire/heat resistant composites, and applications in archaeology.

The Proceedings book (Geopolymer, green chemistry and sustainable development solutions) is out of print. The USB memory stick contains all contributions received (additional extended abstracts, and some pictures of the event are included). All papers found in this USB memory stick are in colors, and are the exact copies of the printed book, so you can use them as a reference. It is also compatible with PC, Mac and Unix systems, all files are in standard PDF format. You can print, copy these papers, and use the search engine to find a particular word.

GET 3 PROCEEDINGS IN 1 SINGLE ORDER
A unique collection of scientific articles
133 papers – 1190 pages
ISBN: 9782951482005

As a FREE BONUS, the USB memory stick includes the proceedings of Geopolymer ’88, and Geopolymer ’99. We do this because these proceedings are out of print. They are the exact copies of their printed versions, so you can still use them as a reference and seek for the right paper at the right page.

Read the Table of Content to know more.

Course director

All the courses will be directed by Professor Joseph Davidovits, the inventor and founder of Geopolymer.

Who should attend?

The courses are for professionals with a solid chemical background (engineer degrees, master degrees) or with equivalent long-term practice.
Some courses (Geopolymer for Newcomers, Geopolymer for Investors, …) are designed for professionals involved for a wide range of development in all applications including managers, finance specialists, R&D, marketing, business decision makers, technology and product development, …

Language is English ( langue française sur demande pour 2 participants ou plus ). Each course is designed for a maximum of 10 participants in order to encourage fruitful discussions between Prof. Joseph Davidovits and the students.

Courses Schedule for 2008-2009

We are providing below the list of the courses for the year 2008 (April-December) and 2009 (January-March).

Geopolymer Course # 1: Geopolymer for Newcomers (3 days)
April 01-03, May 13-15, August 05-08, September 02-04 (in French), October 22-24 (in French), December 09-11, February 10-12, March 10-12

Geopolymer Course # 2: Metakaolin based Geopolymer Ceramics (3 days)
April 08-10, October 21-24, Other dates on demand

Geopolymer Course # 3-4: Low-energy / Low-CO₂ Cement : Slag/rock/fly ash-based Geopolymer (4 days)
April 15-17, other dates on demand,

Geopolymer Course # 5: Quality Controls, Physical and Chemical Properties (3 days)
April 28-30, Other dates on demand

Geopolymer Course # 6: Low-Energy Geopolymer Technology applied to Ceramic Industry (3 days)
May 20-22, September 09-11,

Geopolymer Course # 7: Castable Geopolymer Compounds (molds, prototypes, artifacts) (2 days)
May 27-28, Other dates on demand

Geopolymer Course # 8: Fire Resistant Geopolymer Matrix Composites (2 days)
May 29-30, Other dates on demand 

Geopolymer Course # 9: Geopolymers in Toxic and Radioactive Waste Management (3 days)
June 03-05, September 23-25, Other dates on demand

Geopolymer Course # 10: Geopolymer for Investors (2 days)
May 06-07, Other dates on demand

All courses are organized in learning / teaching sessions that allow to attend several courses in a row. So, you can attend a series of course that belong to the same topics.

Click here for the entire Courses Program

Sessions for 2008-2009

Sessions A to C

Sessions D to F

Sessions G to I

Tuition per one participant:

It includes luncheons, breaks, book and course notes;
4-day course: 1950 Euros; group rate 1800 Euros (+ tax if any)
3-day course: 1650 Euros; group rate 1500 Euros (+ tax if any)
2-day course: 1150 Euros; group rate 1050 Euros (+ tax if any)

Course location

The courses are held at the Geopolymer Institute. Please read the following pages to prepare your stay: Access Map and Prepare your stay

Client Site. You can ask for a short course at your site and at your convenience. 2 persons from the Geopolymer Institute will come (likely Prof. J. Davidovits with another person). You will have to pay for travel expenses, lodging and the tuition for a min. of 4 enrollments. For further information, please contact us.

Text

Each participant will receive for the course the most updated version of the book GEOPOLYMER Chemistry and Applications by J. Davidovits, and additional Technical Papers.

Please, go to the next page for the registration form.

Registration form

Before filling in the registration form, find the date and the course’s title you want to attend, and note its reference on the sessions’ table above. It corresponds to the session and the topic of the course. So, if we change the date (e.g. from one or two days to group several courses in a row), we will not change the reference of the course.
Then, print it, fill it in, and fax or mail it. All information about the payments and general information can be found there.

We are open to any arrangements for groups, especially from overseas, who would like to participate to two or more courses in a row, for example Wednesday-Friday and Monday-Wednesday, with a free weekend time in Paris. Because we accept few participants, we are very flexible. Do not hesitate to contact us.

How to register ?

Download the registration form in PDF format.

First, download the registration form in PDF format to read all information about your tuition and methods of payment. Then, you can either fill in this form, or do it online with the form below.

A Practical and Scientific Approach to Sustainable Development
5th Edition

ISBN: 9782954453118

Buy your copy of the book at The Geopolymer Shop

What can be done about the major concerns of our Global Economy on energy, global warming, sustainable development, user-friendly processes, and green chemistry? Here is an important contribution to the mastering of these phenomena today. Written by Joseph Davidovits, the inventor and founder of geopolymer science, Geopolymer Chemistry and Applications is an introduction to the subject for the newcomers, students, engineers and professionals. You will find science, chemistry, formulas and very practical information (including patents’ excerpts) covering:

• The mineral polymer concept: silicones and geopolymers
• Macromolecular structure of natural silicates and aluminosilicates
• Scientific Tools, X-rays, FTIR, NMR
• The synthesis of mineral geopolymers
  • Poly(siloxonate) and polysilicate, soluble silicate, Si:Al=1:0
  • Chemistry of (Na,K)–oligo-sialates: hydrous alumino-silicate gels and zeolites
  • Kaolinite / Hydrosodalite-based geopolymer, poly(sialate) Si:Al=1:1
  • Metakaolin MK-750-based geopolymer, poly(sialate- siloxo) Si:Al=2:1
  • Calcium-based geopolymer, (Ca, K, Na)-sialate, Si:Al=1, 2, 3
  • Rock-based geopolymer, poly(sialate-multisiloxo) 1>5
  • Ferro-sialate geopolymers
  • Silica-based geopolymer, sialate link and siloxo link in poly(siloxonate) Si:Al>5
  • Fly ash-based geopolymer
  • Phosphate-based geopolymer
  • Organic-mineral geopolymer
• Properties: physical, chemical and long-term durability
• Applications:
  • Quality controls
  • Development of user-friendly systems
  • How to quantify and develop geopolymer formulas
  • Castable geopolymer, industrial and decorative applications
  • Geopolymer – fiber composites
  • Foamed geopolymer
  • Geopolymers in ceramic processing
  • Manufacture of geopolymer cement
  • Geopolymer concrete
  • Geopolymers in toxic and radioactive waste management

It is a textbook, a reference book instead of being a collection of scientific papers. Each chapter is followed by a bibliography of the relevant published literature including 75 patents, 120 tables, 360 figures, 550 references, 700 authors cited, representing the most up to date contributions of the scientific community. The industrial applications of geopolymers with engineering procedures and design of processes are also covered in this book.

The discovery of a new class of inorganic materials, geopolymer resins, binders, cements and concretes, resulted in wide scientific interest and kaleidoscopic development of applications. From the first industrial research efforts in 1972 at the Cordi-Géopolymère private research laboratory, Saint-Quentin, France, until the end of 2007, hundreds of papers and patents were published dealing with geopolymer science and technology.

Although review articles and conference proceedings cover various aspects of the science and application of geopolymers, a researcher or engineer is still at a loss to readily obtain specific information about geopolymers and their use. It is this void that we hope to fill with this book.

There are two main purposes in preparing this book: it is an introduction to the subject of geopolymers for the newcomer to the field, for students, and a reference for additional information. Background details on structure, properties, characterization, synthesis, chemistry applications are included.

There are many examples in geopolymer science where an issued patent is either a primary reference or the only source of essential technical information. Excerpts from the more important patents are included in some chapters.

The industrial applications of geopolymers with engineering procedures and design of processes is also covered in this book.

The book holds:
680 pages
119 tables
343 figures and pictures
75 patents
740 references
905 authors cited in references
Hard-cover book, high quality printing, light cream color paper.

FREE DOWNLOAD of Chapter 1 of “Geopolymer Chemistry and Applications”
(1 MB in PDF format).

Buy your copy of the book at The Geopolymer Shop

First comments

“…Congratulations on the publication of the book. I am sure the book will serve as ‘the bible’ of geopolymer science and help the researchers and users immensely…” (a University Professor)

“…I would like to share the comments of one of my young co-workers, she told me: ” Director, it is really a Bible for Geopolymers—the best collection of the literature up to now…” (a Director of a National Research Institution)

“…The book will be of great assistance in teaching some parts of my materials chemistry courses in which I deal with geopolymers, and I will add it to my recommended class reading list. I will request our University library to purchase several copies for the students as it is a completely up-to-date record of what is going on in this field…” (a University Professor)

The GeopolymerCamp is the opportunity to prepare the new edition of the book Geopolymer Chemistry & Applications. Indeed, the Geopolymer Institute wishes to publish every year a new revised edition with the most up to date information. During this session, participants will propose subjects or issues that are worthwhile to be edited or added, and the assembly will discuss about it. Prepare your arguments if you want to see your last research, data, applications be added to this reference book.

All the courses will be directed by Professor Joseph Davidovits, the inventor and founder of Geopolymer. They are for professionals with a solid chemical background (engineer degrees, master degrees) or with equivalent long-term practice. Language is English (langue française sur demande pour 2 participants ou plus). Each course is designed for a maximum of 5 participants in order to encourage fruitful discussions between Prof. Joseph Davidovits and the students.

Tuition per one participant: includes luncheons, breaks, book and course notes; + VAT
3-day course: 1650 Euros; group rate 1500 Euros
2-day course: 1150 Euros; group rate 1050 Euros

Venue
Location the Geopolymer Institute place:
Access Map

The texts for the course included in the fee are the new book GEOPOLYMER Chemistry and Applications by J. Davidovits, and additional Technical Papers.

To get the list of the courses for the year 2008 (April-December) and registration details go to Courses Schedule

The photo shows the first printing for proof-reading. We expect to get the first exemplars printed for the end of February 2008. The first edition of the book will be sold on line by the Geopolymer Institute.

The book will serve as a basis for the teaching of geopolymer science and technology, either at Tomas Bata University of Technology, Zlin, or at the Geopolymer Institute, Saint-Quentin, France (Training courses starting April 1., 2008).

See the page dedicated to this book.