Surface and colloid engineering
The group in Surface and Colloid Engineering works on soft matter research. Our ambitious research projects are curiosity-driven and we aim to generate groundbreaking knowledge. We are focusing on...
Bio‑based material
We work intensively to support and drive the development of sustainable materials and manufacturing processes based on renewable forest resources.
Our focus is on improving the properties, functionality, and environmental sustainability of wood, fiber, and cellulose materials, as well as developing new materials with innovative applications.
We are developing methods and methodologies that can be used to enhance and resource-efficient industrial manufacturing processes. For example, we are researching how to alter properties such as strength, flexibility, and water resistance in fiber-based materials to meet the needs of future packaging materials. Another exciting area is the development of biocomposites and materials made from the various components of wood, which can replace fossil-based materials in a range of products.
Research groups working in this field
Organic chemistry
The research interest of the organic chemistry group focuses around green catalysis and in particular the field of organic catalysis. Several asymmetric reactions using natural amino acids and amin...
Fibre mechanics
We aim to form a new scientifically attractive research program on processing of pulp fibres. Our aim is to develop new R&D methods in order to acquire new knowledge about the fibre-level mechanism...
High Yield Pulping Technology
Research focused on raw material, process technology and new or improved products and qualities for forest and paperindustry. High yield pulp (HYP) is produced at a yield over 85% from different...