Effect of the interaction of constituents on the properties of filters made from cellulose derivatives

Cellulose derivatives can undergo various chemical reactions, resulting in materials with better processability and broader applicability. For instance, incorporating cationic or anionic functional groups into these materials enhances their solubility. However, when combining different components to create a product or during the processing, understanding the properties of the modified materials is crucial for predicting behavior and optimizing applications. The casting technique used to obtain filters relies on a film-forming solution. In the case of mixtures of cellulose derivatives, a deeper understanding of component interactions is essential. This knowledge helps control phase separations, which could otherwise hinder filter preparation. Additionally, understanding the characteristics of the materials used in film manufacturing can lead to filters with greater specificity for certain analytes. Therefore, this project will characterize different cellulose derivatives via zeta potential, study interactions between species of opposite charge using various techniques, and obtain cellulose derivative filters.

Faculty Supervisor:

Flavia Braghiroli

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Partner:

Glencore - Fonderie Horne

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Mining

University:

Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue

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