Bio-based Polymers from Renewable Feedstocks

Advanced Materials, Green Chemistry

Status ongoing
Principal Investigator Prof. Alaaeddin Alsbaiee
Funding Agency Saudi Aramco R&D
Research Team Yusuf Mahmoud, Dr. Elena Petrov
Development of next-generation bio-based polymer materials derived from lignin, cellulose, and other renewable biomass feedstocks. This project aims to replace petroleum-derived plastics with sustainable alternatives that maintain or exceed the performance characteristics of conventional materials while offering end-of-life biodegradability.

Table of Contents

1. Biomass Feedstock Selection
2. Extraction & Purification
3. Polymerization Routes
4. Material Properties
5. Environmental Impact Assessment

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Experimental Setup Characterization Results Performance Analysis