SubsidieMeestersCircular lignin materials from well-defined functional building blocks
The project aims to revolutionize lignin use by developing stable, functional nanostructured materials for sustainable applications in adhesives, catalysts, and nanocomposites.
Projectdetails
Introduction
Lignin is a nature's wonder material that allows trees to grow vertically and have strong and biochemically resistant structures. However, the majority of lignin is burned in the forest industry.
Objective
The objective is to make a paradigm shift in the use of lignin by developing circular lignin materials with functionalities arising from well-defined nanostructures.
Challenges
This project faces two outstanding challenges:
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Instability of Lignin Nanoparticles
The first relates to overcoming the instability of lignin nanoparticles in organic solvents and under alkaline conditions, which currently restricts the synthesis of advanced lignin materials. -
Incorporation of Inorganic and Metal Nanoparticles
The second is to develop lignin nanoparticles and lignin fibres structurally incorporating inorganic and metal nanoparticles.
Expected Outcomes
By overcoming these obstacles, we will have functional lignin building blocks for:
- Circular vitrimer adhesives
- Electrochemical catalysts
- Magnetically responsive nanocomposite gels
- Colloidal crystals
Method Development
Synthesis and assembly of these materials require considerable contributions to method development that will open wholly new frontiers for sustainable lignin materials.
Implications
Far-reaching implications beyond materials science include excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary studies across environmental sciences, chemical and process engineering, and life sciences.
Financiële details & Tijdlijn
Financiële details
| Subsidiebedrag | € 1.500.000 |
| Totale projectbegroting | € 1.500.000 |
Tijdlijn
| Startdatum | 1-3-2023 |
| Einddatum | 29-2-2028 |
| Subsidiejaar | 2023 |
Partners & Locaties
Projectpartners
- STOCKHOLMS UNIVERSITETpenvoerder
Land(en)
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wood-Derived Hybrid Particles for Stabilized Dispersions
PARTIPERSION aims to develop sustainable, biocompatible hierarchical particle dispersions from lignin and hemicelluloses to enhance functionality and promote a bioeconomy.
Chemo-enzymatic processing of bio-based building blocks to circular functional materials
CIRCULARIZE aims to develop sustainable chemo-enzymatic methods for processing bio-based resources into advanced functional materials, enhancing biocatalyst efficiency and material properties.
Stimuli responsive bio-based bisphenols for the synthesis of recyclable thermosets
StimulART aims to develop recyclable, bio-based thermosets from lignocellulosic biomass through innovative chemistry, enhancing sustainability and integration into the Circular Economy.
Puzzle cell nutshell waste for sustainable material solutions
The project aims to develop sustainable, biodegradable materials from walnut shells and bacterial cellulose for packaging and textiles, minimizing plastic waste and carbon footprint.
Atypical Liquid Crystal Elastomers: from Materials Innovation to Scalable processing and Transformative applications
ALCEMIST aims to revolutionize engineering by creating biocompatible, cost-effective liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) that combine passive and active functionalities for diverse innovative applications.
Vergelijkbare projecten uit andere regelingen
| Project | Regeling | Bedrag | Jaar | Actie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TRIPLE B 1.0Dit project onderzoekt de haalbaarheid van ligninepoeder als bindmiddel voor cellulose uit vezelrijke plantenresten. | Mkb-innovati... | € 20.000 | 2023 | Details |
Grasfalt - de weg naar 100% biobased en circulaire wegenHet project ontwikkelt technische oplossingen voor de productie van 100% biobased en circulair asfalt, met lignine als vervanger voor bitumen, om de transitie naar een koolstofarme economie te bevorderen. | Mkb-innovati... | € 151.428 | 2019 | Details |
Worlds first sulfuric acid-free kraft lignin recovery systemLignEasy technology transforms pulp mill waste into valuable lignin products, promoting sustainability and circular economy in the chemical industry. | EIC Accelerator | € 2.031.050 | 2023 | Details |
CeranexNova Lignum ontwikkelt duurzame bouwmaterialen uit plantaardige reststromen om biobased bouwen te bevorderen en bij te dragen aan de circulaire economie, met een verwachte omzetgroei naar 10 miljoen euro binnen vijf jaar. | Mkb-innovati... | € 215.250 | 2016 | Details |
Closed-loop control of fungal materialsLoopOfFun aims to create a framework for developing fungal-based living materials with controlled properties, enhancing sustainability and commercialization in the EU technology sector. | EIC Pathfinder | € 4.098.438 | 2022 | Details |
TRIPLE B 1.0
Dit project onderzoekt de haalbaarheid van ligninepoeder als bindmiddel voor cellulose uit vezelrijke plantenresten.
Grasfalt - de weg naar 100% biobased en circulaire wegen
Het project ontwikkelt technische oplossingen voor de productie van 100% biobased en circulair asfalt, met lignine als vervanger voor bitumen, om de transitie naar een koolstofarme economie te bevorderen.
Worlds first sulfuric acid-free kraft lignin recovery system
LignEasy technology transforms pulp mill waste into valuable lignin products, promoting sustainability and circular economy in the chemical industry.
Ceranex
Nova Lignum ontwikkelt duurzame bouwmaterialen uit plantaardige reststromen om biobased bouwen te bevorderen en bij te dragen aan de circulaire economie, met een verwachte omzetgroei naar 10 miljoen euro binnen vijf jaar.
Closed-loop control of fungal materials
LoopOfFun aims to create a framework for developing fungal-based living materials with controlled properties, enhancing sustainability and commercialization in the EU technology sector.