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Feng, Z., zhixin, W., xipeng, W., jianbing, G., sai, L., dongjun, L., Jianguo, H., linlin, W., Zhang, D., tiantian, Y., et al. (2026) · KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering · doi:10.1016/j.kscej.2026.100775

Physical and Mechanical Properties and Partial Cradle-to-Gate Global Warming Potential of Mortars Incorporating Ecuadorian Waste Marble Powder as a Partial Cement Replacement

Balcázar-Arciniega, C. A., Carpio-Moreno, V., Maldonado, E. A. B., & Guamán-Balcázar, M. C. (2026) · Buildings · doi:10.3390/buildings16204081

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