The obtaining of a thermoplastic material through wood acetylation with different delignification degrees is being studied, unlike the conventional process, which requires highly purified cellulose. Along with the process, characterization methods and applications are being developed and evaluated.
Contact:
Dr. Cecilia Fuentealba, Head of the Department of Bioproducts
c.fuentealba@udt.cl / +56 (0)41 266 1805