Transforming Nanocellulose Performance through Interfacial Engineering

通过界面工程改变纳米纤维素性能

• 批准号: RGPIN-2017-05252
• 负责人: Cranston, Emily
• 金额: $ 5.1万
• 依托单位: University of British Columbia
• 依托单位国家: 加拿大
• 项目类别: Discovery Grants Program - Individual
• 财政年份: 2020
• 资助国家: 加拿大
• 起止时间: 2020-01-01 至 2021-12-31
• 项目状态: 已结题
• 来源: https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ase-oro/Details-Detailles_eng.asp?id=710995
• 关键词: Transforming; Nanocellulose; Performance; through; Interfacial

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 g state-of-the-art facilities in McMaster's Biointerfaces, Brockhouse and Manufacturing Research Institutes: 1. Tailoring CNCs for Extreme Thermal green” and their size, shape, and crystallinity lend well to rheological and mechanical control. Findings from this project will decipher stability mechanisms and allow for small changes during industrial CNC production to improve material performance thus bringing CNCs to the energy/construction sector. 2. Developing Design Rules for Auto-adhering Polymers to CNCs. Liquid formulations for food, pharmaceutical and household products can be improved through the addition of CNCs which stabilize interfaces and control viscosity better than surfactants or polymers alone. Understanding polymer adsorption to CNCs will lead to tailorability of CNC emulsions, gels and foams. 3. Assembling CNC Clusters a New Material for Advanced Rheological Control. Small quantities of anisotropic particles offer superior rheological control; CNCs in inks, adhesives, and biomedical devices are close to commercialization, however, in some markets the use of nanoparticles is discouraged due to insufficient evidence of safety with long-term exposure. This work will control particle assembly by crosslinking CNCs into clusters to broaden “non-nano” applications. This diverse program spans from chemistry to engineering and can bridge gaps between CNC producers, R&D and commercial receptors of new technology. It provides numerous opportunities for innovative breakthroughs and world-class training in advanced material design & characterization.

由于对更环保产品的科学驱动和社会需求，拟议的研究项目侧重于从可再生资源中开发新型材料。具体来说，它旨在通过界面工程改变纤维素纳米晶体（cnc）的性能，这将扩大来自森林工业的新兴加拿大材料的应用范围。通过与工业界的密切接触，我们将阐明颗粒化学和功能之间的联系，重点是传授对商业产品至关重要的新特性。这项研究对于使纳米纤维素广泛应用于加拿大的战略工业至关重要，包括麦克马斯特大学生物界面、布罗克豪斯和制造研究所的最先进的纸浆设施。