Dominic O'Rourke d.orourke@napier.ac.uk
Research Technician
Nanocellulose arabica gum composites
People Involved
Dr Mark Dorris M.Dorris@napier.ac.uk
Lecturer
Project Description
This project will cast films from a nanocellulose (CNF) composite with arabica gum. Arabica gum will be added at different loading concentrations and composites will be assessed for general appearance and tested for tensile strength.
| Status | Project Complete |
|---|---|
| Funder(s) | Scottish Funding Council |
| Value | £5,000.00 |
| Project Dates | Dec 1, 2019 - May 31, 2020 |
| Partner Organisations | Algae Limited |
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