This research project will give you the opportunity to investigate an innovative material topic related to civil and/or environmental engineering, and then decide if the topic does or does not qualify to be described as innovative.

In 800-1200 words (3-6 pages, double-spaced, plus works cited page), take a position on the innovative nature of a material / process / etc. related to civil and environmental engineering.

An outline for the essay (thesis statement, title, and specifications of topics to touch in each paragraph) is provided in the word document attached.