# Microbial Applications in Construction Materials { "id": "T12247", "title": "Microbial Applications in Construction Materials", "url": "/topics/T12247", "kind": "topic-directory", "aeo_cohort": "topic-directory", "provider": "openalex", "revision": "d5e6332982e3b2f9", "catalogue_revision": "f050b5d4780b1289", "numeric_address": "36249302922300095", "address_version": "morton4x16-v1", "coordinates": [ 3, 23, 2305, 12247 ], "answer_status": "Directory metadata; local answer requires separate source review", "truth_status": "Subject descriptor, not a factual answer or a demonstrated knowledge gap" } This cluster of papers focuses on the use of microbial carbonate precipitation, particularly through the action of ureolytic bacteria, for soil improvement and self-healing concrete in construction. It explores biocementation, calcite precipitation, and biomineralization as sustainable techniques in geotechnical engineering, aiming to enhance the durability and strength of construction materials. Directory metadata is not a factual answer or evidence of a global knowledge gap. Source: https://openalex.org/T12247 No owner-reviewed local answer yet.