The Concrete Advancement Network (CAN), established by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Oregon State University, aims to develop new high-performing concrete that is more energy- and labor-efficient, economical, rapidly deployable, less carbon-intensive, and less dependent on natural resources. CAN focuses on advancements in nanotechnology, bottom-up engineering, recyclability, carbon reduction, improved structural design, and emergent technologies to enhance concrete and its applications nationwide.
The NSF accredits IUCRCs for three renewable five-year terms, intending to seed partnered approaches to new or emerging research areas. In CAN’s proposed membership structure, there are Full Membership, Associate Membership, and Affiliate Membership levels.
In the IUCRC program, NSF provides funds to support the administrative and operational costs of a Center, while industry member funds support the research projects, creating a leveraged research program. The CAN Industry Advisory Board (IAB) will ensure that university partners are conducting research relevant to the industry members. The IAB helps refine the mission, vision, and research roadmap for CAN. To fulfill these responsibilities, member representatives participate in the meetings, review research proposals, help select research projects to be funded, and vote on issues as they arise.
University and Industry Partners
