The project will combine advanced experimental and theoretical methods to map the structure of lignin at different levels.
“We want to take advantage of the large structural variation and complexity. If we can understand how the structure is affected by the type of biomass and extraction process and how this reflects on properties, we can tailor lignin materials to more advanced applications,” says Minna Hakkarainen to kth.se.
The project has received 24 MSEK funding over five years. Co-applicants are Professor Martin Lawoko, KTH, Assistant Professor Mika Sipponen, Stockholm University and Professor Igor Zozoulenko, Linköping University.
Find all awarded project grants at kaw.wallenberg.org/projektanslag-2024
