Research Interest(s):
My current research is to apply the novel nanotechnology
into the contemporary cellulose-based composites to
improve the properties of fibers and composites. In this
study, the oppositely charged polymers (polyelectrolytes)
and clay nanoplatelets have been successfully coated
onto the wood fibers through the novel layer-by-layer
(LbL) assembly technique for thermoplastic composites
applications. The nano-scale architecture of the fiber
surface after coating has been monitored and optimized to
maximize the layer adsorption by adjusting the layer
deposition parameters such as background electrolyte
concentration and pH of the solution. The mechanical,
sorption and thermal properties of composites are under
investigation now. My research is funded by Sustainable
Engineered Materials Institute (SEMI), Virginia Tech.
What we are doing is very interesting and promising. If
you are also interested in our research, please contact Dr.
Renneckar. Don’t be late. Very competitive!
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Academic Background:
B.S. Beijing Forestry University
M.S. Chinese Academy of Forestry
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