Provides an authoritative resource on paper-based functional materials for advanced research, engineering innovation, and industrial application
The rapid advancement of paper-based functional materials marks a transformative moment in modern materials science. Once primarily associated with writing, printing, and packaging, paper has evolved into a versatile, multifunctional platform that integrates advances from chemistry, biology, engineering, and nanotechnology. With properties such as high mechanical strength, superior conductivity, flame resistance, and biocompatibility, paper-based functional materials are gaining recognition for their applications in flexible electronics, food preservation, biomedical devices, sensors, and energy storage systems.
Paper-Based Functional Materials: Preparation and Applications provides an in-depth and systematic examination of the foundations, preparation methods, and application prospects of this emerging class of materials. Designed to progress from basic principles to applied technologies, the book covers high-performance starch-based papers, nanocellulose composites, hydrophobic and oleophobic papers, thermal insulating and flame-retardant structures, as well as advanced functional papers for detection and separation. Combining traditional papermaking expertise with cutting-edge functionalization strategies, contributors with direct experience in applied papermaking research and technology highlight the role of cellulose-based materials in meeting global sustainability goals and in substituting petroleum-based plastics.
Uniting theory, methodology, and practice in a single, comprehensive volume, Paper-Based Functional Materials: Preparation and Applications:
- Explores cross-disciplinary advances integrating chemistry, biology, and engineering in paper-based functional materials
- Details synthesis and characterization methods for high-performance starch, nanocellulose, and fiber-based papers
- Highlights applications in flexible electronics, energy storage, environmental remediation, and biomedical engineering
- Examines specialized functions such as hydrophilicity, oleophobicity, conductivity, flame retardancy, and filtration
- Outlines prospects for replacing plastics with cellulose-based solutions aligned with sustainability initiatives
- Features extensive case studies from commercial engineering and industrial practice
Paper-Based Functional Materials: Preparation and Applications is an essential reference for graduate-level courses in materials science, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering, and sustainable design, and can be adopted as a recommended text in advanced engineering curricula. It is equally valuable for researchers, R&D engineers, and industry professionals working in papermaking, biobased materials, and functional product development.
Xianping Yao, Senior Engineer, is President of Hangzhou Research Institute of Chemical Industry, Director of National Engineering and Technology Research Center of Papermaking Chemicals. He is also the Academician of Russian Academy of Natural Sciences, Member of China Society of Chemical Industry, Winner of special allowance of the State Council, honorary chairman of China Papermaking Chemical Industry Association, distinguished vice chairman of China Papermaking Society, Vice Chairman of the technical committee of Bio-based Chemical Materials of the Standards Committee of China Materials and Testing Group. He has been engaged in the research and development of biomass based functional materials such as papermaking chemicals, starch derivatives and nano cellulose for a long time. He founds two leading enterprises in papermaking chemicals and six national high-tech enterprises. He won the outstanding contribution award for the implementation of the national science and technology plan, the top ten leaders in China's papermaking industry and the person of the year of Scientific Chinese.
Genrong Chen, Senior Engineer, is chief editor for Editorial Office of Paper Chemical. He has long-term engaged in paper chemicals and related fields consulting, information research work.
Zhen Yao, Senior Engineer, she is specialized in researching and producing of starch derivatives. She is the General Manager of Hangzhou Papermaking Science & Technology Co., Ltd. and the Director of the provincial modified starch R & D center.
Liping Zheng, Senior Engineer, has long been engaged in product process innovation and engineering technology research in the field of papermaking chemicals and starch derivatives. She is the Vice President of Hangzhou Institute of Chemical Industry, the Deputy Director of the National Papermaking Chemicals Engineering Technology Research and Development Center, and the Vice President of China Papermaking Chemicals Industry Association. She has made great contributions to solving key technical problems such as major engineering design, construction, production and operation, led the construction of a new continuous fluidization process production line of 200000 t / a high performance starch based functional materials.
