Professor Jason Ideker’s research interests are in the area of concrete durability, early-age volume stability of cement-based materials and sustainable infrastructure construction. His group’s multi-scale approach results in translational research that combines fundamental scientific understanding with the improvement and development of test methods and specifications that enhance concrete performance.
As an internationally recognized expert in alkali-silica reaction (ASR), Ideker and his team investigate ways to improve and develop new ASR test methods that accurately reflect field performance. The group also develops fundamental knowledge regarding ASR prevention and mitigation mechanisms. His group is also actively investigating early-age volume stability in calcium aluminate and ettringitic systems, low-carbon ultra high performance concrete, viability of steel slag for incorporation into concrete, and performance of alternative SCMs and PLC systems. Ideker’s work is supported by the NSF, NCHRP, FAA (ACPTP), US DOT, ODOT and private industry.
