Jamileh Shojaeiarani

Cellulose is the most abundant bio-inspired polymer derived from biomass with tremendous promises to expedite the sustainability and green transition. The interesting, fascinating, and applicable properties of nanocellulose-based structures including biocompatibility, low cost, high intrinsic strength, and extraordinary mechanical properties have o...

Cellulose is the most abundant bio-inspired polymer derived from biomass with tremendous promises to expedite the sustainability and green transition. The interesting, fascinating, and applicable properties of nanocellulose-based structures including biocompatibility, low cost, high intrinsic strength, and extraordinary mechanical properties have o...

From a perspective of sustainable development, it is desired to develop biodegradable ultra-violet (UV)-resistant and mechanically robust materials. Lignin nanofillers (LNP) are renewable and commercially available nanofillers with promising UV-shielding characteristics. However, the addition of LNP can deteriorate the mechanical properties of lign...

Biopolymers are a fundamental part of contemporary life due to their biodegradable and biocompatible nature. Among different biopolymers, polylactic acid (PLA) with ease of processability, is one of the most commercially available biopolymers used in additive manufacturing. However, the low ductility and impact strength limits its application in co...

High density polyethylene (HDPE) is widely used in composite industry as a host polymer because of its low cost and competitive mechanical properties. However, the addition of hydrophilic reinforcing nanofillers in HDPE-based composites is challenging and often requires chemical treatment. This study explored the addition of coupling agent maleic a...

In this study, nanocomposite thin films from cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), zinc sulfide (ZnS) quantum dots, and polylactic acid (PLA) with fluorescent and antibacterial properties were constructed via a simple, and fast route. ZnS nanoparticles were added to CNC following the hydrothermal process. The film casting method was used to form thin nano...

Three-dimensional (3D) printing is extensively explored in scientific research and engineering applications; however, little is known about the feasibility of 3D printing multi-material composites. This paper investigates the effect of three different plasticizers including epoxidized soybean oil (ESO), polyethylene glycol (PEG), and glycerol on me...

Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) and their applications have recently gained significant attention due to the attractive and unique combination of their properties including excellent mechanical properties, surface chemistry, biocompatibility, and most importantly, their abundance from sustainable and renewable resources. Although there are some commerc...

A porous multi-layered nanocomposite hydrogel, made of poly (ethylene oxide) (PEO) and cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), suitable for the selective adsorption of different organic dyes has been developed via 3D printing. To obtain cationic and anionic CNCs and to facilitate the adsorption of positive and negative dyes, CNCs were modified. The cross-li...

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) have received much attention as renewable, biodegradable, nontoxic, and low-cost nanomaterials with some remarkable properties. Desirable engineering properties of CNC include large surface to volume ratio, high tensile strength (∼10 GPa), high stiffness (∼110-130 GPa), and high flexibility. They can be chemically modif...

Biopolymers with universal accessibility and inherent biodegradability can offer an appealing sustainable platform to supersede petroleum-based polymers. In this research, a hybrid system derived from cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) and zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles was added into poly (lactic acid) (PLA) to improve its mechanical, thermal, and flam...

Cellulose is the world’s most abundant renewable polymers derived from lignocellulosic biomass. The interesting, fascinating, and applicable properties of cellulose and its nanoscale particles such as good biocompatibility, low cost, low density, high intrinsic strength, and good mechanical properties have opened new horizons for production wide ra...

Synthetic polymers are ubiquitous materials widely used in construction, automotive, electronics, and countless commercial products. With the growing trend of polymer applications in everyday life, upholding the rigorous fire safety regulations has become a matter of concern. In this regard, numerous studies have been conducted for improving the fi...

For the last few decades, the application of biopolymers such as poly(lactic acid, PLA) as an alternative to synthetic polymers in the packaging industry is in great demand. However, to rival the traditional polymers, the barrier properties and antimicrobial activities of PLA need to be adapted to the food packaging requirements. The purpose of thi...

Glyphosate as the most common and widely-used herbicide in agricultural crops has resulted in the explosion of resistant weeds around the world. An early detection of resistant weeds before observing the visible symptoms of glyphosate application in weeds can contribute to the crop protection in precision agriculture. This paper aims at developing...

The application of bio-based materials is becoming impellent owing to the increasing demand for alternatives to petroleum-based analogs. In this regard, cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) with unique properties have received a significant interest, while their hydrophilic character poses a challenge to their commercial applications. Ultrasonication trea...

Bioenergy from wood pellets has aggressively grown due to its potential to reduce fossil fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Wood pellets demand is on rise as a result a large volume of pellets are manufactured and stored before consumption. Wood pellets are inherently hygroscopic and readily absorb moisture during storage. Increased moisture co...

The flammability of synthetic thermoplastic polymers has been recognized as an increasingly important safety problem. The goal of this study was to evaluate a green and safe fire-retardant system comprising of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO). CNCs coated with nano ZnO were incorporated in the high-density polyethylen...

Corn distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) is widely marketed as a livestock feed due to its high protein content of 34%, fat content of 10%, and low cost of 8–13 cents per kilogram. In recent years, DDGS has been used as a multifunctional filler in synthetic resin bonded wood particleboards to improve their physical and mechanical properti...

In this paper, a constitutive modeling framework was introduced to characterize the time-dependent behavior in poly(lactic acid) reinforced by cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs). The mechanical properties of PLA and its corresponding nanocomposites were analyzed at three different extension rates (1, 5, 10 mm/min) using a stress relaxation test. Six hyp...

Composites of Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and spherical zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles were prepared using melt processing followed by injection molding. The effect of nanosized ZnO on the molecular structure, thermal properties, dynamic mechanical properties, and flow characteristics of PLA composites were analyzed. Scanning electron microscopy images...

Bio-composite samples were manufactured using poly (lactic acid) (PLA), high density polyethylene (HDPE), biochar, wood flour, and coupling agent. Biochar, a carbon rich and thermally stable material, derived from switchgrass under controlled pyrolysis was tested as a functional filler. The study aimed at investigating the impact of biochar and woo...

Global energy consumption is expected to grow by 56% between 2010 and 2040. Renewable energy is one of the fastest-growing energy resources, and biomass is a major feedstock for providing renewable energy. It constitutes up to 35% of the main energy consumption in developing countries. Densified solid biofuel with high density gets a lot of attenti...

Biopolymers are of huge interest as they carry potential to minimize the environmental hazards caused by synthetic materials. Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) reinforced by cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) has shown promising results. To obtain the optimum characteristics of PLA-CNC nanocomposites, a superior compatibility between PLA and CNCs is paramount. Th...

Biopolymers are an emerging class of materials being widely pursued due to their ability to degrade in short periods of time. Understanding and evaluating the recyclability of biopolymers is paramount for their sustainable and efficient use in a cost-effective manner. Recycling has proven to be an important solution, to control environmental and wa...

Cellulose nanocrystals extracted from different biomass resources have a great potential as a reinforcing agent in nanocomposite materials owing to the excellent mechanical properties and environmental sustainability. The superior properties of cellulose nanocrystals in the different polymer matrix is stifled by the non-uniform dispersion through t...

Biopolymers are emerging materials with numerous capabilities of minimizing the environmental hazards caused by synthetic materials. The competitive mechanical properties of bio-based poly(lactic acid) (PLA) reinforced with cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) have attracted huge interest in improving the mechanical properties of the corresponding nanocom...

Abstract Growing concerns over the environmental impact of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, uncertainty of future fossil fuel prices, geopolitical instability, and consumer preferences are a few factors driving the development and use of biomass as a source of renewable energy. Government mandates and policy frameworks have further built consensus f...

Cellulose nanocrystal (CNCs)‐reinforced poly(lactic acid) (PLA) nanocomposites were prepared using twin screw extrusion followed by injection molding. Masterbatch approach was used to achieve more efficient dispersion of CNCs in PLA matrix. Modified CNCs (b‐CNCs) were prepared using benzoic acid as a nontoxic material through a green esterification...