Research and Development
R&D
Nanotechnologies
- Synthesis of nanostructures (organic, inorganic and hybrid nanoparticles such as clays, metal oxides, carbon nanotubes, graphene, silica, nano cellulose…)
- Tailored surface modification of nanoparticles (organophilization, reactive groups introduction…)
- Dispersion of nanostructures in various environment (from liquid to solid, monomers, polymeric binders…)
- Testing of dispersion quality (AFM, particle size and distribution…) in non-cured and cured polymeric systems
- Formulation and preparation of various polymeric systems modified by nanostructures (coatings, casting resins, composites…)
Environmentally Friendly Technologies
- Synthesis, formulation and preparation of special type of monomers and polymeric materials based on renewable resources (natural oils, sugars, cellulose, lignin, cutin, natural fibers…)
- Alternative technologies (enzymatic catalysis, microwave assisted synthesis…)
- Recycling of polymeric materials (PET, PU, PC…)
- Encapsulation (self-healing, anticorrosion, antifouling…)
Analytical and Testing
- AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy)
- Rheometry
- DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry)
- FT-IR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy)
- GPC (Gel Permeation Chromatography)
- Particle size and distribution determination
- TGA (Thermo Gravimetric Analysis)
- Wet Analytical Techniques (Hydroxyl Number, Acid Value, Water Content…)
Consultation Services
- Nanotechnologies and environmentally friendly technologies
- Training of young researchers