Biodegradable lignocellulosic matrices from banana harvest waste for sustainable crop protection and carbon farming
A sustainable, biodegradable delivery platform fabricated from banana harvest waste that enables controlled release of crop protection actives while sequestering carbon in agricultural soils. Validated in sub-Saharan Afr...
Sorption and thermodynamic analysis platform for agrochemical–equipment surface interactions
A research capability that investigates how agrochemicals adsorb onto delivery equipment surfaces to reduce economic loss and contamination. Combines Quartz Crystal Microbalance, Isothermal Titration Calorimetry, Atomic ...
Cellulosic particle-based pickering emulsions for controlled nutrient delivery
A novel Pickering emulsion technology utilizing cellulose acetate particles (CAPs) for controlled nutrient delivery in turf fertilization. This biodegradable, surfactant-free emulsion allows for the encapsulation of both...
Ultralight polymer-hybrid aerogels for advanced thermal insulation
Innovative polymer-hybrid aerogels with low density and high porosity for thermal insulation. These aerogels offer enhanced thermal stability and mechanical integrity, suitable for space-limited construction applications...
Waterborne nanocellulose coatings for biodegradable packaging
Innovative cellulose nanocrystal-based coatings offer a sustainable, high-barrier solution for packaging. These biodegradable coatings enhance durability and reduce permeability, providing eco-friendly alternatives to pl...
Cellulose-based pickering emulsion for sustained agrochemical delivery
A novel cellulose-based Pickering emulsion technology for sustained and controlled delivery of agrochemicals, reducing environmental impact and enhancing crop protection efficiency.
Sustained release formulations using cellulose ester-stabilized pickering emulsions for weed control
Innovative Pickering emulsions stabilized by cellulose ester nanoparticles offer a sustainable solution for weed control by providing sustained release of hydrophobic herbicides, enhancing efficacy and reducing applicati...
Pickering emulsion delivery platform for sustainable insect control
A sustainable Pickering emulsion platform for targeted insecticide delivery combines biodegradable components, ensuring minimized health hazards and long-term efficacy. It delivers insecticides and pheromones for househo...
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