Cellulose Nanofibers: Fabrication and Application
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Carbon Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 October 2021) | Viewed by 10136
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Interests: nanofibers; composites; micromechanics; natural fiber composites; innovation
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Interests: nanocellulose; papermaking; natural fiber reinforced composites; nanocomposites; biomaterials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue, “Cellulose Nanofibers: Fabrication and Application”, will address advances in nanocellulose production using different methodologies, their optimization, and the development of cellulose nanofibers applications. Due to their bio-based and biodegradable nature, their high specific surface area, excellent mechanical properties, and their ability to be chemically modified, cellulose nanofibres are one of the materials of greatest interest for the future. In a society conscious of the need of technological solutions with a strong sustainable character to combat climate change, the products and applications of cellulose nanofibers will be important. Original papers are solicited on all types of cellulose nanofiber production methods and their optimization, including TEMPO-mediated oxidation, enzymatic hydrolysis, mechanical refining, acid hydrolysis, and carboxymethylation. Of particular interest are recent developments in applications of cellulose nanofibers including aerogels, nanopapers, and hydrogels. Articles and reviews dealing with potential applications in diverse sectors such as biomedicine, environmental science, paper and board production, electronics, and plastic composites, among others, are very welcome.
Dr. Quim Tarrés
Dr. Marc Delgado-Aguilar
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- Nanocellulose
- Cellulose nanofibers
- Mechanical properties
- Aerogels
- Hydrogels
- Nanopapers
- TEMPO-mediated oxidation
- Enzymatic hydrolysis
- Mechanical refining
- Acid hydrolysis
- Carboxymethylation
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