Functional lignin nanomaterials
This is a umbrella theme of research carried out in Sustainable Materials Chemistry (SUSMATCHEM) research group in Stockholm University. We aim to make most out of lignin with minimal processing and chemical modification according to the principles of green chemistry. In addition to fundamental studies of structure and properties of lignin and lignin nanoparticles, we […]
Composite soft actuators derived from ionic polymers and cellulose nanofibrils
This project is to build up new soft actuators derived from polymers and cellulose nanofibrils via ionic interactions and supramolecular interactions. Both membrane actuators and fiber actuators are targetted. The applications of these suft actuators in sensing and soft robotics will be investigated.
Structural characterization of cellulose and wood using electron microscopy and elecron diffraction
Cellulose is an essential constituent in the architecture of plants, where it contributes with extraordinary properties in terms of strength and stiffness. The aim of this project is to enable the development of new materials based on wood and cellulose, through the generation of new understanding regarding its structure all the way from the meso-scale […]
Sustainable added-value lignin materials for specific ions and molecules separation
Lignin is the second most abundant renewable resource from biomass, highly available in Sweden with large forest areas. The Project is aimed at the development of effective approaches for synthesis of new value-added materials from lignin. In the proposed Project the usage of different types of lignin is suggested for synthesis of novel lignin-based and […]
Sustainable materials chemistry SU/Sipponen
My group at Stockholm University will be developing new materials from renewable resources such as lignin and other components of plant biomass. A central focus area will be the utilisation of green chemistry principles en route to functional materials for energy and environmental applications. We will be seeking close collaboration with the industry and the […]
