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Doctoral Defences
Fri 25 AprAalto UniversityThis thesis explores innovative strategies to optimize the structure and dewatering efficiency of nanopapers, focusing on enhancing permeability to overcome major roadblocks associated with the use of nanocellulose in large-scale papermaking applications.
Fri 11 AprAalto UniversityThis thesis develops wood-based superblack materials for multispectral shielding and carbon capture technologies.
Fri 21 MarAalto UniversityThis thesis uses molecular modeling to study interactions of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) with water, ions, and ignin-carbohydrate complexes (LCCs), providing insights to better control CNC-based material properties.
Fri 21 MarAalto UniversityThis thesis investigates the use of fungal biofilms as a sustainable and durable wood coating solution, demonstrating superior protection against microbial colonization and weathering, reducing the need for toxic chemicals and extending the service life of wooden materials.
Fri 07 FebLecture hall L2This thesis explores the modification of man-made cellulosic fibers through oxidative and thermal treatments to create renewable alternatives for synthetic materials, focusing on the introduction of carbonyl functionalities for improved material properties.
Fri 31 JanLecture hall Ke2This doctoral dissertation investigates the sustainability characteristics of bio-based plastics and composites utilizing a set of experimental, analytical, and legal approaches.
Tue 17 DecZoomThis research provides foundational insights into their mode of action and range of applications, paving the way for more efficient and eco-friendly biomass conversion methods.
E. Kimiaei: Interfacial Engineering of Lignocellulosics: Manufacturing, Application, and End-of-lifeFri 13 DecEspooThis study presents a sustainable approach to creating alternatives to plastics from natural wood components, specifically cellulose and lignin, without chemically altering their structure.
Fri 22 NovAalto UniversityThis study highlights the potential of biobased solutions in modern medicine by exploring the use of biobased materials as antibacterial and antiviral agents to combat infections and improve medical materials.
Fri 15 NovAalto University School of BusinessIn this thesis, the nanoscale moisture behavior of the wood cell wall is investigated by combining experimental X-ray and neutron scattering with atomistic simulations of the cell wall biomolecules.
Fri 15 NovDepartment of Bioproducts and BiosystemsThis thesis investigates the hydrolysis of biomass into sugars and other commodity chemicals with anhydrous HCl gas under relatively low overpressure of 0.1 MPa.
Thu 14 NovAalto UniversityThis doctoral study introduces an innovative enhancement to electrodialysis (ED) technology, offering a sustainable solution for wastewater treatment in Kraft pulp industries.
Thu 14 NovAalto UniversityThe thesis investigates the potential of continuous crystallization as an innovative and sustainable method for purifying sugar alcohols—compounds widely valued as sweeteners and stabilizers in both food and pharmaceutical industries.
Wed 30 OctAalto UniversityIn this thesis, natural amino-group containing biopolymers are utilized to increase the yield of cellulose-baesd carbon fibres.
Wed 30 OctAalto UniversityIn this thesis, sustainable materials from natural resources are developed for energy and sensors.
Fri 25 OctAalto UniversityThis thesis explored different aspects of developing a cellulosic photoactive hybrid material and a production process of its components, with subsequent projects building upon one another.
Fri 23 AugAalto UniversityThis thesis expands understanding of inter-molecular interactions using analytical ultracentrifugation as a main research tool.
Fri 23 AugAalto UniversityThis thesis aims to contribute to developing more efficient and targetoriented processes for producing bioenergy and biomaterials.
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