{"id":448,"date":"2024-01-09T17:59:54","date_gmt":"2024-01-09T22:59:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/?page_id=448"},"modified":"2026-02-16T12:01:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T17:01:37","slug":"chemical-engineering-sustainable-materials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/chemical-engineering-sustainable-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our primary focus is on the development and application of sustainable polymer materials. These materials, derived from renewable resources, are designed to minimize environmental impact while maintaining high performance. The development process involves intricate design and synthesis techniques to ensure the polymers possess the desired properties. The application of these sustainable polymers spans across various industries, including packaging, automotive, and electronics, to name a few. Our research aims to push the boundaries of sustainable polymer technology, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research focus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our research is centered around the synthesis, characterization, and application of sustainable polymer materials. These polymers, derived from renewable resources, are designed to minimize environmental impact while maintaining high performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"367\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/files\/2024\/01\/Sustainability.png?resize=367%2C320&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"sustainability\" class=\"wp-image-493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/files\/2024\/01\/Sustainability.png?w=367&amp;ssl=1 367w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/files\/2024\/01\/Sustainability.png?resize=300%2C262&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 367px) 100vw, 367px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are engaged in several projects aimed at pushing the boundaries of sustainable polymer technology. Some of our key projects include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biocomposite Materials<\/strong>: Developing biocomposite materials that improve performance and sustainability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bio-based Polymers<\/strong>: Exploring the use of plant-based materials to create sustainable polymers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Microplastics<\/strong>: Investigating methods to reduce microplastics in the environment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re always looking for passionate individuals to join our team. If you&#8217;re interested in contributing to this exciting field, feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/contact-us\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/coefs.charlotte.edu\/rtipton2\/contact-us\/\">contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview Our primary focus is on the development and application of sustainable polymer materials. These materials, derived from renewable resources, are designed to minimize environmental impact while maintaining high performance. The development process involves intricate design and synthesis techniques to ensure the polymers possess the desired properties. 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