Theme 1 Durability of Materials
T11 Strength and durability of concrete and cement-based materials
T12 Wood and wood components
T13 Metal, metal components and sandwich panels
T14 Building gaskets and sealant products
T15 Natural and artificial stone
T16 Surface coatings and paints
T17 Polymer-based building materials and composites
T18 Innovative materials and products for durability
Theme 2 Durability of Systems and Components in Buildings
T21 Masonry, tile and stucco
T22 Roofing materials and systems
T23 Windows, doors and joints (component interfaces)
T24 Facades and curtain walls
T25 Preservation and refurbishment of historical buildings
Theme 3 Response of Building Elements to Environmental Loads
T31 Environmental characterisation and modelling
T32 Climate loads on buildings
T33 Heat and moisture transfer in buildings
Theme 4 Service Life Prediction & Planning Methodologies, Risk Analysis Approaches
T41 Service life planning
T42 Service life prediction methods
T43 Probabilistic and reliability models
T44 Failure modes and risk analysis
T45 Development of guides, regulations and standards
Theme 5 Durability and Sustainable Buildings
T51 Service life and sustainable design methods and technologies
T52 Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and sustainable and durable design
Theme 6 Information Technology and Durability
T61 Information exchange systems
T62 Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and service life models
T63 Advances in interoperability and durability – IAI and IFC (Industry Foundation Classes)
Theme 7 Building Maintenance and Pathology
T71 Pathology surveys and diagnosis tools
T72 Maintenance planning and procedure