Associated projects

This PhD project aims to identify and quantify the key factors that influence adhesive strength in bio-based adhesive systems. It focuses on understanding how adhesive chemistry, wood surface characteristics, and bonding conditions interact to affect both strength and durability. The research combines mechanical testing methods, such as tensile shear and compressive Strength, with material characterization […]

This research addresses the alkali-induced degradation of polysaccharides which is a fundamental problem in wood pulping. By stabilizing the reducing end groups of these polysaccharides, we aim to preserve more of the valuable carbohydrate content and enhancing resource efficiency. The project contributes both to mechanistic understanding of carbohydrate degradation and to applied innovation in wood

The goal of the experiment is to study interactions between bio-based adhesives (based on lignin-starch) and porous substrates (wood, paper).  X-ray Computed Tomography (nXCT) of specimens of thicknesses 50 μm with a bond line of 2 μm-thin will be used to study adhesive penetration at multiscale levels in relation to (surface and interfacial adhesion, porous

Despite substantial research efforts, the commercial alternatives for bio-based adhesives remain scarce. There are high requirements for adhesives used for lamination of paper in food packaging, e.g., stable adhesion over shelf life, food safety, water and temperature resistance to name a few. In particular, high-speed roll-to-roll processing requires an instant tack of the adhesive to

Bond strength is commonly used today as the primary measure of a glued product’s ultimate failure characteristics. While it is essential for ensuring product performance, bond strength alone is not sufficient to define most other properties. Once an adequate level of bond strength is achieved, characteristics such as bond stiffness, Fracture Toughness and other interfacial

Lignocellulosic biomass represents a renewable and abundant resource for sustainable bio-based products. However, the high lignin content in wood hinders efficient biomass utilization. Traditional chemical pretreatments often involve harsh conditions and generate toxic by-products, which limit environmental and industrial applicability.This project explores the application of Novel Alkaline Laccases as a green, enzymatic alternative for biomass