Yousra Boutouam

Ion-dependent rheology and hydration of (κ)-carrageenan in cement suspensions

Using biopolymers to tune cement rheology is a sustainable strategy for lowering the carbon dioxide footprint of the construction sector. Carrageenan viscosity-modifying admixtures (VMAs) from red algae, Kappaphycus alvarezii and Chondrus crispus and pure (κ)-carrageenan were inv...