The 2nd International Conference on Iron-Sulfide Reactions in Concrete (ICISR 2026) will take place May 13-14, 2026, at the Mystic Hilton in Mystic, Connecticut.
Building on the success of the 2024 event, the upcoming conference will further advance our collective understanding of sulfide-induced deterioration, with an expanded emphasis on standardization, mitigation strategies, sustainability, and effective risk communication across both infrastructure and residential sectors.
We invite researchers, engineers, homeowners, foundation replacement contractors, and policy stakeholders to submit abstracts addressing the 2026 conference theme:
Advancing Knowledge, Standards, and Solutions for Sulfide-Bearing Aggregates.
Hosted by the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UConn, the conference brings together leading researchers and practitioners to address the durability issues caused by iron-sulfide-bearing aggregates in concrete.
Abstracts presenting new research findings, field investigations, case studies, and industry insights are welcome.
Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:
- Standardization of Testing Protocols for Sulfide-Bearing Aggregates and Concrete
- Mitigation and Repair Strategies for Concrete Affected by Iron Sulfide Reactions
- Reaction Kinetics of Iron Sulfide Oxidation and Secondary Product Formation
- Sustainable Concrete Solutions for Sulfide-Risk Zones
- Gaps in Residential Construction Standards: Building Failures and the Path to Higher Codes
- The Role of Insurance and Real Estate Industries in Managing Sulfide-Aggregate Risks
- Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life-Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) of Sulfide-Affected Structures
- Advanced Analytical Tools for Detecting and Characterizing Iron Sulfide Minerals in Aggregates
- Exposure Conditions, Environmental Influences, and Accelerated Aging of Sulfide-Bearing Concrete
- Field Case Studies: Structural Damage, Legal Disputes, and Long-Term Monitoring of Sulfide-Affected Homes
- Risk Mapping and Aggregate Source Tracking for Sulfide-Bearing Materials
- Ongoing Research: Concrete-Scale Reactivity Tests and Performance Validation Studies
Submission Guidelines
Abstracts must be 300-500 words, clearly outlining the study's objectives, methodology, results (if applicable), and relevance to the conference themes.
Please include a title, list of author(s) with affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.
- Abstract Submission Deadline: August 15, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: September 15, 2025
- Extended Abstract Due: December 15, 2025
- Conference Dates: May 13-14, 2026
- Location: Mystic Hilton, Connecticut, USA
Click here to see the abstract submission portal and required template.
We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to Mystic for this important interdisciplinary event.