Demands for reducing energy consumption and environmental impacts are the major driving
factors for the development of natural fiber–reinforced composites (NFRCs) in many sectors …

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) have received much attention as renewable, biodegradable,
nontoxic, and low-cost nanomaterials with some remarkable properties. Desirable …

The development of nanocellulose and nanocellulose-based composites and materials has
attracted significant interest in recent decades because they show unique and potentially …

The interest in nanocellulose has recently increased in many fields due to its natural
abundance, exceptional mechanical/optical properties, and better biocompatibility. During …

Biopolymers are among the most promising electrolyte hosts for different electrochemical
devices in the energy conversion and storage fields. In this work, the potential of chitosan as …

This work aimed to evaluate the potential of chitosan/cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) films to
be used as active pads for meat packages to prolong its shelf-life and preserve its properties …

In recent years, the research on nanocellulose composites with polymers has made
significant contributions to the development of functional and sustainable materials. This …

Surface functionalization of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) is valuable option to tailor
properties as well as increase opportunities for their application. In this study, the surface of …

In this study, grafting of star-like lignin microparticles (LMP) onto PLA (LMP-g-PLA) was
successfully realized by ring open polymerization of l-lactide, initiating from the hydroxyl …

In the mineral processing, mining, oil and gas industries, it is not uncommon to find
mechanical components exposed to degradation and wear from slurries. Polymeric matrix …