This workshop will bring together and grow a US community of scientists to advance two critical, high-impact R&D needs for commercialization of nanocellulose:  drying and compatibilization

This two-day event exploring R&D needed for nanocellulose commercialization will:

• Frame the Critical Issues – Present summaries on two state-of-the-art literature reviews (commissioned by APPTI) that assess current understanding of drying and dewatering and compatibilization for use in polymers.
• Define and Prioritize – Conduct breakout sessions to define and prioritize research.
• Highlight the Potential – Present the benefits of nanocellulose in the bioeconomy, global commercialization activities, end-user needs and challenges, and commercial innovation needs.
• Build a Community – Elevate research efforts by connecting scientists and fostering new collaborations.  Activities will include:
  • Rapid-fire short talks (3 slides/5 minutes) by participants from the US research community, developers, and producers to share their capabilities and expertise in the field.  The Rapid-Fire Session is full. No additional presenters can be accommodated.
  • Networking opportunities to build and develop relationships

This event builds on two seminal workshops hosted by USDA, NNI and APPTI. ​View those proceedings by utilizing the links below:

FS-NNI Nanocellulose Commercialization Report, 2014
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APPTI Cellulosic Nanomaterials Roadmapping Workshop Report, 2015
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The cost of the workshop is $275. The deadline for registration is April 30, 2019.

Workshop Logistics

The workshop will be held at the USDA facility at Patriots Plaza III · 355 E Street, SW · Washington, DC.  There are several hotels nearby. The Patriots Plaza facility is near the Federal Center SW metro station. Less expensive accommodations might be found further from the city center close to a metro station. 

Workshop Support and Planning

The workshop is supported by APPTI Members and Partners including The University of Maine, American Process and SAPPI.

​The workshop co-chairs are Kim Nelson-VP of Nanocellulose Technology, American Process Inc. and Colleen Walker-Director Process Development Center, University of Maine.

Kim Nelson

Colleen Walker

Preliminary Agenda

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