CELL 131 |
| In biological systems, advanced micro-architecture is assembled with precise control of size and structures. Biomimetic design of future man-made materials requires understanding of structure-property relationship which can be achieved by advanced characterization of biological materials in wet state at all length scale. The aim of this research is to prepare supramolecular materials with the controlled structure and ability to administrate water. This can be achieved by controlled assembly of well defined polysaccharide building blocks in combination with bioprocessing. Biomineralization is an example of biofabrication processes where biopolymeric templates induce and control the crystal growth. Another way to control nano and micro structure is to use the cells guided by templates to produce materials. This lecture will review our current research of preparing advanced packaging materials, biocomposites and biomaterials for replacing organs in human body using cellulose and other polysaccharides as building blocks. |
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Structure and Properties of Cellulosic Polymers, Assemblies, and Nanocomposites
8:00 AM-11:45 AM, Monday, April 7, 2008 Morial Convention Center -- Rm. R07, Oral
Division of Cellulose & Renewable Materials |