Amy M. Dean

ISCP Editor-in-Chief & Art Director—Amy M. Dean joined ISCP in March 2010: She produces the monthly ISCP E-News; and has produced ISCP items for conferences, workshops, and events: ISCP new logo (2014); ISCP 20th Anniversary Timeline (2019); Two 12th ICCP 2020 logos; 11th ICCP 2016 logo; ISCP/ACPA webinar online banners; 6-foot conference banner; flyers; signs; banners; posters; brochures; programs; invitations; badges; hat, T-shirt, CD cover designs; proceedings cover; and more. She has over 30 years of experience in graphic design, writing, & editing in the newspaper, magazine, corporate stationery, retail, & concrete industries.

Boston: 3° Cooler w/”Cool Pavements” Phoenix: Infrared Drone Confirms Concrete’s ALWAYS Cooler! +L. Scofield’s 12th ICCP Workshop #10

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS & PHOENIX, ARIZONA—‘Cool pavements’ could reduce summer heat Record-breaking heat waves summer of 2021—”hottest July on record globally”—made walking outside in cities almost unbearable for many residents. The […]

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Now On Demand: CSHub Webinar “Strategies for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in the U.S. Pavement Network”

The MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) WEBINAR SERIES offers information of general interest to members of the building, paving, and construction communities, as well as to educators, students, journalists, and

Now On Demand: CSHub Webinar “Strategies for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in the U.S. Pavement Network” Read More »

Calling ALL STUDENTS @the 12th ICCP: THE STUDENT PITCH! Sign Up NOW!

– The Student Pitch – CALLING ALL STUDENTS! The Student Pitch is an informal networking session for students registered at the virtual 12th ICCP 2021. A great opportunity to discuss

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TOPS: Safety, Savings, Performance; Extend Life 15-40 Years; Overlay Resources …

Improved overlays are now available for asphalt and concrete pavements that enable agencies to provide long-life performance under a wide range of traffic, environmental, and existing pavement conditions. Overlays are

TOPS: Safety, Savings, Performance; Extend Life 15-40 Years; Overlay Resources … Read More »

Expected Historic Infrastructure Bill Passes Senate—Big Wins for Concrete Paving

On the afternoon of Thursday, August 5, 2021, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) moved to end debate on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), a $1.2 trillion investment

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NOW ONLNE: ASCP2021 3-Day “6th Concrete Pavements (e)Conference” Proceedings

Australian Society for Concrete Pavements (ASCP)2021in collaboration with ISCP and EUPAVE held the“6th Concrete Pavements Conference”online August 17-19 … over 3 Half-Days … with DAY 3 TWEAKED FOR COVID: With

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Visualizing Cement Hydration on a Molecular Level: “Technicolor”, New 3-D Printing, Reducing Carbon Footprint

Imaging technique could enable new pathways for reducing concrete’s hefty carbon footprint, as well as for 3-D printing of concrete. The concrete world that surrounds us owes its shape and

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U.S. Interstate Highway System Turns 65! TRIP Report: Long-Term Health, “… Concrete Pavements Play Critical Role”

Click to enlarge The U.S. Interstate Highway System reached 65 years old on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. At an age at which many Americans are considering retirement and reduced workloads,

U.S. Interstate Highway System Turns 65! TRIP Report: Long-Term Health, “… Concrete Pavements Play Critical Role” Read More »

Envisioning How Autonomous Vehicles may Change Future Road Designs

In a recent American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) article, Tom Fisher, Professor-College of Design-University of Minnesota and Director-Minnesota Design Center (MDC)-College of Design-University of Minnesota, expressed his ideas of

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Research Brief: “Solutions for Carbon-Neutral Concrete in U.S. Pavements”; VIDEO; Job Opening: Prin. Res. Scientist/Ex. Dir.

How can concrete pavements reach carbon neutrality? In this research brief, the MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) outlines the various strategies to reduce the emissions of concrete and present a

Research Brief: “Solutions for Carbon-Neutral Concrete in U.S. Pavements”; VIDEO; Job Opening: Prin. Res. Scientist/Ex. Dir. Read More »

6th GeoChina Int’l Conf.: “Civil & Transportation Infrastructures: From Engineering to Smart & Green Life Cycle Solutions” to be Held Sep. 18-19, 2021

Notice: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic,the GeoChina Conference was delayed fromJuly 2021 to September 18-19, 2021 The Organizing Committee, and Secretary Generals Dr. Dar Hao Chen-Texas A&M Transportation Institute-University of

6th GeoChina Int’l Conf.: “Civil & Transportation Infrastructures: From Engineering to Smart & Green Life Cycle Solutions” to be Held Sep. 18-19, 2021 Read More »

12th ICCP 2021: Online Sep. 27-Oct. 1: REGISTER NOW!! STUDENT PITCH! PROGRAM Updates! SPONSOR Opportunities!

Click to go to 8-PAGE PROGRAM SUMMARY The International Society for Concrete Pavements (ISCP) will hold the 12th International Conference on Concrete Pavements (12th ICCP) online September 27, 2021 to October 1,

12th ICCP 2021: Online Sep. 27-Oct. 1: REGISTER NOW!! STUDENT PITCH! PROGRAM Updates! SPONSOR Opportunities! Read More »

Colombia: ZOOM WEBINAR: “Slabs of Optimized Geometry-TCP & SOIL Stabilization-Proes” August 5 & 6

SPANISH in RED and ENGLISH in BLUE below Webinar Flyer: Click to enlargeEn conjunto con nuestros aliados en Colombia, lanzamos un webinar gratuito para todos los interesados de innovar en

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Australian Innovation: Carbon Nanotubes in Concrete Roads = Improved Abrasion, Strength, Permeability, Flexural Carbon Bonds, Sustainability…

With help from Australian universities, a new carbon nanotube liquid additive that extends the design life of concrete projects is safe as well as effective. An innovative process developed in

Australian Innovation: Carbon Nanotubes in Concrete Roads = Improved Abrasion, Strength, Permeability, Flexural Carbon Bonds, Sustainability… Read More »

National Academy of Sciences Report “Portland Cement Concrete Pavement Joint Sealant Practices & Performance”

The National Academy of Sciences has just released its most recent report titled “Portland Cement Concrete Pavement Joint Sealant Practices and Performance“. Portland cement concrete (PCC) pavement joint sealing material

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EUPAVE: Workshop Sept. 9; Oct 20; Web Recording Avail.; Joins Intergroup; New Fact Sheets!

EUPAVE/FEBELCEM WorkshopWednesday | September 9, 2021 | 10:00 to 11:30 at MatexpoCentre of green area exit 2 (Kortrijk – Zuid)-Kortrijk Zuid/Expo, Belgium“Offset concrete paving: kerbs, gutters, barriers”Place: Kortrijk, Belgiumwww.eupave.eu/events/eupave-febelcem-workshop-at-matexpo/MATEXPO: www.matexpo.com/en/visit-matexpo/how-to-reach

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ACPA: 58th AM; “Excellence in Concrete Pavement” Awards; Mtgs; Airport Funding 2022; AASHTO E-Mtg; MEM Airport Workshop Plans; & TRB Mid-Y Mtg.

Looking Forward to ACPA’s Annual Meeting;July’s Mid-Year Meeting Update;& Sept. Chapter-State Meeting Initiative: On the heels of the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA)‘s very successful Mid-Year Meeting in Milwaukee, members

ACPA: 58th AM; “Excellence in Concrete Pavement” Awards; Mtgs; Airport Funding 2022; AASHTO E-Mtg; MEM Airport Workshop Plans; & TRB Mid-Y Mtg. Read More »

Announcement! 14th International Symposium on Concrete Roads postponed to June 25-29, 2023! Submit Abstract by Feb 15, 2022

Even though the Covid circumstances are improving in many countries, there is still reluctancy to travel. So, after close consultation with the organizer of the 14th International Symposium Concrete Roads

Announcement! 14th International Symposium on Concrete Roads postponed to June 25-29, 2023! Submit Abstract by Feb 15, 2022 Read More »

Canadian Concrete Expo 2022 (CCE2022) Feb 17-18, 2022: Exhibit or Sponsor + Magazine

THE CANADIAN CONCRETE EXPO 2022February 17 | 9:00am to 5:00pm EST, USA February 18 | 9:00am to 3:00pm EST, USAThe International Centre | Toronto, CanadaRegistration: https://canadianconcreteexpo.com/register/*Pre-registration pricing ends Wednesday February

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UK: Concrete Pavement: Additives Could ‘Eat’ Emissions / Pollution

As pollution increases in our rapidly developing world, environmental protection will need to rely on new innovations to remove pollutants. A Highways England review follows increased concerns about the elevated

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