Transforming Nanocellulose Performance through Interfacial Engineering

由于科学的驱动力和社会的需要，更环保的产品，拟议的研究计划的重点是从可再生资源开发新材料。具体来说，它的目的是通过界面工程来改变纤维素纳米晶体（CNCs）的性能，这将扩大加拿大林业新兴材料的应用范围。通过与工业界的密切联系，我们将阐明颗粒化学和功能之间的联系，重点是赋予对商业产品至关重要的新特性。这项研究对于在加拿大战略工业中广泛使用纳米纤维素至关重要，包括纸浆和造纸，食品，化妆品，制药，石油和天然气以及制造业。

Due to the scientific drive and social necessity for more environmentally friendly products, the proposed research program focuses on developing novel materials from renewable resources. Specifically, it aims to transform the performance of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) through interfacial engineering which will extend the range of applications for an emerging Canadian material from the forest industry. Through close contact with industry, we will elucidate the links between particle chemistry and functionality with an emphasis on imparting new properties which are crucial for commercial products. This research is essential to enable widespread use of nanocellulose in strategic Canadian industries, including pulp & paper, food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, and manufacturing.