Biopolymer and Biocomposites Lab

Research focus of our group is on advanced biocomposites and fiber materials. Polymers have become a material of choice in a gamut of applications owing to their structural versatility, processability, and lower density. We are interested in developing composite and nanofibrous materials that can address specific challenges in energy, environment and health care. Currently, our major focus is on  biopolymers/bio-derived nanomaterials and leveraging their properties in piezoelectric composites, microencapsulation and additive manufacturing.

 Recent Publications

Structure and properties of the cellulose fibres spun from imidazolium-based carboxylate functionalized zwitterionic liquid

Carbohydrate Polymers 2024
https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1jsWEWy0-cUSy

 Enhancing the Crystallization Kinetics and Mechanical Properties of Poly(lactic acid) Blends for 3D Printing Application
ACS Appl. Polym. Mater. 2024, 6, 10, 5754–5762   https://doi.org/10.1021/acsapm.4c00428

Double encapsulation of liquid active compounds using nanoclay reinforced polyurea microcapsules

Colloids and Surfaces A. 2023,  679,  132547    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2023.132547

Luminescent 3D printed poly(lactic acid) nanocomposites with enhanced mechanical properties

Polym. Eng. Sci. 2023 https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.26345 

Contact

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Dr. Kadhiravan Shanmuganathan

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