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Research

A Leader in Sustainable Materials Research and Advanced Manufacturing Innovation with Strong Industry and Public Partnership 

Meet Our Team Members 

Manufacturing, Sustainability, Energy, Innovation

Our research focuses on advancing sustainable materials, smart manufacturing, and energy innovation through an interdisciplinary approach that integrates engineering, material science, chemistry, and artificial intelligence.  

We develop next-generation bio-based materials, functional coatings, and AI-driven manufacturing solutions for applications in packaging, hygiene, electronics, and industrial sectors. By combining green chemistry, machine learning, and advanced engineering, our team fosters innovation, driving the transition toward a more sustainable, efficient, and high-performance manufacturing ecosystem. 

Areas of Study

V-FARM

Valorization of Forestry & Agro-Residues Materials

V-FARM transforms biomass into versatile, high-value biobased materials and products through sustainable green chemical synthesis and smart manufacturing.

WALLI-E

Waste to Advance Low-Cost Lignocellulose Innovations for Energy

WALLI-E uses AI-driven hyperspectral imaging, visual imaging, sensors, and metadata to build unique datasets for realtime waste characterization and sorting for efficient waste to products conversion.

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BioLEAP

Biocatalysis of Lignocellulosics & Electrostatic Assist Pressing

BioLEAP focuses on the fundamental understanding of lignocellulose-water interactions and dewatering to enhance energy efficiency, improve quality, and make the process more sustainable and cost-effective.

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