Article2 min read Feb 19, 2026Scaling Nanotechnology for Sustainable PackagingGain insight into the technologies accelerating the future of sustainable packaging at TAPPICon® 2026
Article1 min read Jan 1, 2026Nfinite Secures Funding for Paper Packaging SolutionNfinite, a Waterloo, Ontario-based developer of plastic-alternative nanocoatings, has received advisory services and funding of up to CA$3.8 million ($2.8 million) from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP).
Article1 min read Sep 11, 2025TAPPI Nano 2025: Exploration of the Future of Biobased MaterialsMore than 175 delegates from 26 countries assembled in Girona, Spain July 8-11, for the 2025 TAPPI International Conference on Nanotechnology for Renewable Materials (“TAPPI Nano”). This was the fourteenth occurrence of the TAPPI Nano conference, dating back to 2009.
Article7 min read Sep 9, 2025TAPPI’s 2025 Award Winners: Leadership in ActionDo YOU know an industry professional who deserves recognition through TAPPI’s prestigious National Awards? For many TAPPI Awards, nominations are open until August 1. Several association-level awards include generous honorariums funded by private donation. You do NOT need to be a member to nominate; however, most awards require TAPPI membership for consideration. Visit tappi.org and choose the "Get Involved" tab for more information on TAPPI Awards & Honors.
Article1 min read Aug 14, 2025Eco-Design Strategies for Engineering Renewable Nanomaterials WebinarJoin TAPPI's free Advanced Technologies for Renewable Materials webinar on August 20, featuring cutting-edge research on eco-design strategies for engineering renewable nanomaterials. Dr. Valdeir Arantes from the University of São Paulo will present an innovative enzyme-based platform for producing cellulose nanoparticles with enhanced environmental and functional performance. This webinar offers early-career professionals and industry newcomers valuable insights into sustainable materials innovation, cellulose nanotechnology applications, and green engineering approaches. Perfect for building expertise in renewable materials and connecting with industry research leaders. Registration required for this essential professional development opportunity in the paper, packaging, and sustainability sectors.
Article2 min read Jul 17, 2025Kemira and CuspAI Sign Partnership to Pioneer AI-Driven InnovationKemira, a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries, announces a strategic partnership with CuspAI, a pioneering materials science artificial intelligence company. This water industry-first collaboration aims to revolutionize materials innovation within the chemical sector through the integration of advanced AI technologies.
Article1 min read Jul 17, 2025Metsä Fibre Develops Advanced Pulp-Based Light Fibre MaterialMetsä Fibre has developed an innovative pulp-based light fibre material that combines high performance with sustainability.
Article1 min read Jul 3, 2025Rengo Develops Flame and Heat-Resistant Inorganic SheetRengo announces that it has developed a flame- and heat-resistant inorganic sheet in collaboration with Marusan Paper., using Rengo's proprietary cellulose nanofiber "FineNatura”.
Article1 min read Jun 24, 2025Materials performance considerations in hydrothermal liquefaction conversion of biomass, TAPPI Journal June 2025Application: The HTL conversion of woody biomass into biochemicals and bio-oils involves harsh operating conditions that are corro
Article1 min read Jun 12, 2025Explore Sustainability Without Borders Relating to the Future of Renewable MaterialsConnect with industry innovators at Nano 2025
Article2 min read May 15, 2025Keynote Speakers Announced for TAPPI Nano 2025 in Girona, SpainTop researchers to share groundbreaking nanocellulose innovations at premier global conference
Article2 min read Mar 6, 2025Fedrigoni Invests in Papkot to Lead the Plastic-to-Fiber Transition in Sustainable PackagingThe Fedrigoni Group - a global reference in the manufacturing of speciality papers for packaging and other creative applications, self-adhesive labels, graphic media for visual communication, and RFID - announced the acquisition of a minority stake in Papkot, a start-up which developed the first large-scale paper coating technology with the same properties as plastic by replacing silicon and cellulose into a nanostructured material that eliminates plastic from single-use packaging.
Article1 min read Feb 22, 2025Effects of different parameters on the morphology of electrospun cellulose acetate/polyaniline nanocomposite, TAPPI Journal February 2025Application: This paper can be useful to other researchers who are interested in the nanotechnology applications of cellulose. It
Article1 min read Feb 22, 2025Controllable conversion of cellulose nanocrystals to cellulose microspheres: Insight on the effect of parameters during spray drying, TAPPI Journal February 2025Application: This paper focuses on the controlled preparation of cellulose microspheres. The morphology and structure of cellulose
Article1 min read Feb 13, 2025Today is the Last Day to Submit Abstracts for TAPPI Nano 2025Don’t miss the opportunity to share your advanced renewable materials research
Article1 min read Feb 6, 2025TAPPI Nano Call for Presentations Extended to Thursday, 13 February 2025Don’t miss the opportunity to share your advanced renewable materials research
Article1 min read Jan 16, 2025Share Your Advanced Renewable Materials ResearchAbstracts for TAPPI Nano 2025 are due Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Article1 min read Jan 9, 2025Share Your Expertise at TAPPI Nano 2025TAPPI Nano 2025 Call for Presentations is open! Submit your abstracts by Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Article1 min read Jan 2, 2025Become an Industry Influencer: Present at TAPPI Nano 2025 | 8-11 July 2025TAPPI Nano 2025 Call for Presentations is now open! Submit your abstracts by Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Article1 min read Nov 21, 2024New TAPPI Webinar: Wood Materials for Optics and PhotonicsExplore recent advances in the field of wood optics and photonics, with a special focus on light-emitting wood composites and their relevance for the energy and building sectors.
Article2 min read Nov 7, 2024Subject Matter Experts Invited to Present at TAPPICon 2025Abstracts due December 1, 2024
Article1 min read Nov 1, 2024Use of kaolin clay in aqueous barrier coating applications, TAPPI Journal November 2023Application: This research suggests that cost effective aqueous barrier coatings can be prepared using various kaolin clays to par
Article1 min read Nov 1, 2024Multilayering of conventional latex-based dispersion coatings containing small amounts of silica nanospheres: Runnability on a pilot scale flexographic coater and barrier performance, TAPPI Journal November 2023Application: This study presents a novel way for creating barrier dispersion coatings and applying them onto paper-based substrate
Article1 min read Sep 19, 2024New TAPPI Nano Division Webinar: Preparation and Applications of HemicelluloseLearn more about Hemicellulose and Lignin-Containing Nanocelluloses at this one-hour webinar on October 7
