This dissertation examines how cellulose modification alters its dissolution in cold aqueous sodium hydroxide: an inexpensive and industrially attractive solvent system.

This thesis shows that combining data-driven machine learning with physics-based modeling both deepens our understanding of soft matter and accelerates material innovation.

This thesis develops multifunctional foams that not only insulate against heat, but also improve fire safety and enable thermal energy storage.

This thesis combines cellulose nanocrystals with biosurfactants produced by microbial fermentation to create fully bio-based, sustainable materials.

This thesis investigates the effects of different drying methods and mechanical treatments on the structure of microcrystalline cellulose.

A spectroscopic method developed in this thesis enables rapid, non-destructive evaluation of lignin’s phenolic content.

This thesis advances lignin engineering by developing structure–property–performance correlations

This thesis explores phosphorylated nanocellulose dissociation kinetics via conductometry, revealing new insights into the surface charge of dispersed nanoparticles and improving analytical methods.

Dope-dyeing of cellulosic textile fibres provides excellent colour fastness and reduces environmental impact by minimizing chemical and water use in the textile industry.