Projects
Experimental and numerical study of wet&dry cycles on an innovative polymer treated clay Ghent University
Clay liners are widely used to isolate pollutants because of their low hydraulic conductivity to water. However, exposure to polluted liquids and repeated wet and dry cycles can increase their permeability.
This project evaluates the effect of polymer treatment on bentonite during wet-dry cycles. The study is addressed to understand the mechanism of polymer-clay interaction at the nano- and macro-scale.
Fundamental study on self-lubricating characteristics of polymer from the perspective of wear response, interfacial dynamics and the formation of transfer layer. Ghent University
Investigating particle generation and transfer layer dynamicity at micron-scale provides precise information on the polymer wear process. Parameters contributing specifically to mild, transition and severe wear are studied for its physical interaction process in continuous sliding using advanced image based in-situ monitoring of contact surface. Thereby understanding the complex self-protecting and lubricating nature of polymers.
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Accelerating the Diels-Alder kinetics of self-healing polymer network: new insights from a combined density functional theory and molecular dynamics approach Vrije Universiteit Brussel
change the way we view and use materials. A self-healing material
can extend the lifetime and durability of a product tremendously,
leading to a reduction in cost of material and waste treatment. Selfhealing through Diels-Alder chemistry will play a large role in the
development of these materials, with current innovative applications
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New polymer materials via building blocks from microalgae Ghent University
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Polymer Chemistry and Technology Ghent University
Paradigm shifting optical fiber sensors for axial strain monitoring with silica and polymer photonic crystal fibers Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Applying spatial and temporal growth factor concentration gradients through release from electrospun polymer micorfibers Ghent University
The aim of this project is to evaluate whether release of growth factors from polymer fibers allows to install concentration gradients in the environment.