This journal focuses on the development and characterization of construction materials, including cementitious composites, concrete, and mortars. Research investigates the use of industrial solid waste, recycled aggregates, and natural fibers to improve material properties, reduce environmental impact, and enhance performance. Studies also explore fire resistance, thermal insulation, and durability of various building materials.
CSIC Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
1988-3226
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Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, Scopus, DOAJ
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Peer review process documented?
Double-blind
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
No APC (Free)
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
PKP PN
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Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Building and ConstructionQ2
Mechanics of MaterialsQ2
Materials Science (miscellaneous)Q3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Construction & Building TechnologyMaterials Science, Multidisciplinary
Scopus Categories
Building and ConstructionMechanics of MaterialsMaterials Science (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Concrete and Cement Materials ResearchConcrete Corrosion and DurabilityBuilding materials and conservationInnovative concrete reinforcement materialsInnovations in Concrete and Construction MaterialsArchaeological and Historical StudiesBIM and Construction IntegrationMedieval Architecture and ArchaeologyRecycled Aggregate Concrete PerformanceStructural Engineering and Vibration Analysis