UrbanBio
Transforming Urban Woody Waste into Sustainable Solutions
UrbanBio is a pioneering research initiative funded by EPA, dedicated to converting urban woody waste into high-value, eco-friendly products. Through innovative green technologies, we aim to produce nanocellulose, nano-lignin, water purification membranes and bio-based adhesives, contributing to cleaner water, sustainable materials, and a circular economy.
UrbanBio is built on five core objectives:
- Develop green extraction methods for cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin.
- Create chemical-free processes for nanomaterial synthesis.
- Design bio-based membranes for wastewater treatment.
- Formulate biobased adhesives from lignin.
- Assess environmental and economic sustainability through Life cycle assessment and Life Cycle Costing.
Green Extraction Technologies
Using green technologies and solvents, we extract valuable bioproducts from urban woody biomass without harmful chemicals.
Nanomaterial Synthesis
We produce nanocellulose and nano-lignin using eco-friendly methods for various applications.
Bio-based Membranes
We are developing biobased membranes for water purification applications.
Biobased Adhesives
We are synthesizing biobased adhesives for applications in wood panel products.
Led by TU Dublin and Teagasc, UrbanBio brings together experts in:
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Materials Science
- Environmental Science
Principal Investigator (Coordinator):
Email: amit.jaiswal@tudublin.ie
Co-PIs:
Postdoc:
Dr. Dileswar Pradhan
PhD researcher
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- Research publications
- Conference presentations
- Community outreach events
- Project milestones