Developing bio-sourced materials through an integrated approach to the value chain

Researchers at the BIA unit aim to take full account of the manufacturing cycle of bio-based materials: from the bioresource to the end-of-life of the material. They start by working on the biorefinery of plant biomass, particularly under-exploited sources such as waste or co-products. They then study the design of materials using the self-organisation capabilities of biopolymers or the capabilities of processes (extrusion, 3D printing, etc.) to structure the material. This makes it possible to create multi-scale organisations that enable a variety of functionalities to be achieved (mechanical, barrier, control of the hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance, controlled release, etc.), while ensuring that end-of-life materials are safe for the environment and human health.

The teams involved