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Michael Burkart

Principal Investigator

University of California, San Diego

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Renewable and Biodegradable Polymers from Algae

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Develops bio‑based polymers and monomers, evaluates TPU/PU biodegradation, and builds continuous‑flow methods for scalable synthesis. Connects microalgae productivity to chemical precursors, with complementary work in natural products and biomimetic pigments.

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University of California, San Diego

Biodegradable hydrophobic polyurethanes for moisture barrier coatings and extrusion

Novel biodegradable polyurethanes combining algae or vegetable oil–derived soft segments with crystalline urethane/urea hard segments. Available as dry TPU resin for coextrusion or as water-borne polyurethane dispersion ...

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Michael Burkart

Principal Investigator

University of California, San Diego

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University of California, San Diego

Principal Investigator

2002 - Present

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