Guest Editors
Dr. Maria Evangelina Vallejos
Email: mariaxvallejos@gmail.com
Affiliation: Cellulose and Paper Program, Institute of Materials of Misiones (IMAM), National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET), National University of Misiones (UNaM), Argentina
Homepage:
Research Interests: nanocellulose, microfibrillated cellulose, biocomposite, biorefinery, bioproducts, biomaterials
Dr. Lucila Marilén Curi
Email: lucilacuri@gmail.com
Affiliation: Cellulose and Paper Program, Institute of Materials of Misiones (IMAM), National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET), National University of Misiones (UNaM), Argentina
Homepage:
Research Interests: sustainable biomass utilization, nanosafety, biodegradable bio-based polymers, nanotoxicity, nanocellulose for novel applications, circular bioeconomy
Dr. Nanci Ehman
Email: nanciehman@gmail.com
Affiliation: Programa de Celulosa y Papel, Instituto de Materiales de Misiones (IMAM), UNaM-CONICET, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas Químicas y Naturales, Universidad Nacional de Misiones, Argentina
Homepage:
Research Interests: nanocellulose and microfibrillated cellulose production, pulp and paper, dissolving pulp, 3d printing, biocomposites, and food packaging solutions based on cellulose derivatives
Summary
Nanocellulose derived from renewable resources has emerged as a versatile and sustainable building block for advanced materials. It´s unique properties as such mechanical strength, surface chemistry and biodegradability, converts this nanomaterial in a key enabler toward a circular bioeconomy.
The scope of this special issue is to highlight the advanced use of nanocellulose-based materials in sustainable applications. The scope encompasses interdisciplinary approaches in the development of biodegradable polymers, nanocomposites, and eco-friendly solutions.
Bellow we describe the suggested themes:
- Scalable production and processing of nanocellulose
- Surface modification and functionalization strategies
- Nanocellulose-based biodegradable polymers and composites
- Applications in packaging, coatings, and biomedical devices
- Mechanical, barrier, and functional property enhancement
- Recycling, biodegradation, and end-of-life management of nanocellulose materials
- Safety, toxicology, and regulatory considerations
- Nanocellulose in the context of circular bioeconomy and sustainable development
Keywords
sustainable applications, nanocellulose, biodegradability, nanocomposites, circular bioeconomy
Login
Register
Submit a Paper
Propose a Special lssue