PHA-based iNnovative agriculTurAl Solutions to deliver bio-based ferTIlisers and plant protection produCts. Agrochemicals have doubled crop yields but have also caused negative impacts. The EU aims to reduce fertiliser losses and pesticide use by 50 % by 2030. Polymer-based delivery systems can help, but they generate plastic pollution. Agricultural plastics like mulch films and growth foams […]
The overall aim of this project is to enzymatically modify glycans from hemicellulose to produce bio-based cross-linkers for applications in adhesives, hydrogels and other cross-linked materials. Many materials that we consider as bio-based such as wood fibreboards, hydrogels and stabilizers from non-fossil polymers are still dependent on cross-linkers that are of fossil origin and often
Enzymatic functionalization of hemicellulose to produce biobased cross-linkers Läs mer »
This project focuses on developing a cellulose-assisted aqueous carbonation system for permanent and safe CO₂ utilization and storage. Conventional CO₂ absorbents, such as high-temperature molten salts, often require large energy input, while aqueous absorption systems involve complex mass transfer and multi-step chemical reactions. To achieve a energy and uptake-efficient strategy and create financial value, in
The purpose of the WarmPlastix project is to comprehensively investigate how global warming accelerates plastic degradation and to design durable, environmentally friendly plastics for the future.
Interactions Between Polymers and Climate Change (WarmPlastix) Läs mer »
Based on our many years of transparent wood composite development with Prof. Lars Berglund from WWSC we are continuing towards wood material property control for low scattering optical composites. Project includes material preparation and advanced optical characterization, including time-resolved measurements with ps resolution.
Low haze transparent wood Läs mer »
The project focuses on the drying process for cellulose-based insulation materials used in large power transformers. It is critical that the insulation material is dry for the reliable operation and long life of the transformer. The material is, however, inherently difficult to dry and the drying process is complex and has mostly arisen from empirical
Moisture management in cellulose insulation materials Läs mer »