In this project funded by National Science Foundation, we aim to understand how mixtures of biopolymers transform into thermoformable bioplastics and how the processing parameters control structure and properties.
2023-2027
In this project, we are developing formaldehyde-free, flame-resistant engineered wood materials made using a proprietary bio-based adhesive.
Past Funding:
UW RRF - Biocomposite materials from algae cells: Sustainable and Hierarchical. In this project, we are creating hierarchical materials from controllably assembled algae cells. We'll focus on creating sustainable bio-based nanocomposites with tunable mechanical properties. 2021-2022
JCDREAM - Cellulose-based nanocomposite structures to mine lithium from seawater. In collaboration with Dr. Chinmayee Subban at PNNL. 2020-2021
DOE AMMTO - An Innovative Drop-in Approach for Single Crystal Ni-rich Cathode Materials Manufacturing. Led by Dr. Jie Xiao at PNNL. Co-PIs at UW: Eleftheria Roumeli (MSE), John Kramlich (ME), and Jun Liu (MSE). 2024-2025