Biopolymers based on renewable resouces: from synthesis to applications

The course, organised in the scope of the EcoPlast project, aims at presenting cutting edge developments in new biomass-based composites; from design, to production and application. The course will address the most innovative biopolymer treatments, including fibre reinforcement and the addition of novel fillers and nanofillers. A new generation of bio-based composites and their most advanced applications will be presented.

GENERAL INFORMATION
The course, organised in the scope of the EcoPlast project, aims at presenting cutting edge developments in new biomass-based composites; from design, to production and application. The course will address the most innovative biopolymer treatments, including fibre reinforcement and the addition of novel fillers and nanofillers. A new generation of bio-based composites and their most advanced applications will be presented.

COORDINATOR
Margarida Casal
CBMA-DB, Universidade do Minho, PORTUGAL

VENUE
Departamento de Biologia, Universidade do Minho
June 6-17

LECTURERS
Dan Urry University of Minnesota, USA
José António Teixeira Dept. of Biological Engineering, University of Minho
António Vicente Dept. of Biological Engineering, University of Minho
Artur Cavaco Paulo Dept. of Textil Engineering, University of Minho
Rui L. Reis Dept. of Polymer Engineering, University of Minho
João F. Mano Dept. of Polymer Engineering, University of Minho
Raul Machado Dept. of Biology, University of Minho
Tony Collins Dept. of Biology, University of Minho
Margarida Casal Dept. of Biology, University of Minho

TOPICS

1.  Biochemical and molecular basis of renewable polymers
2. Novel reinforcements, nanofillers and additives
3. Biology?s Engineering Principles from Design and Function of Elastic-contractile Model Proteins and Materials
4. Medical and Non-medical Applications of Biopolymers Applications
5. Genetic tools for the overproduction of proteins and improvement of biotechnological processes

PROGRAM Download here the Program

CONTACTS AND INFORMATIONS
Margarida Casal - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Centro de Biologia Molecular e Ambiental
Departamento de Biologia, Universidade do Minho
Campus de Gualtar 4710-054 Braga
PORTUGAL
Phone +351 253 604310
Fax +351 253 678980


DETAILS FOR REGISTRATION
Maximum Number of Participants: 20
Registration Deadline: June 1st
Registration fee: 100€ (Classes)

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After registration, contact Margarida Casal to proceed to payment.

After paying, send a copy of the receipt of transfer to the email mentioned above as proof of payment. Registration is confirmed after payment.

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