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Bioeconomy International
2027
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Tim Heusinger von Waldegge
Germany
Fraunhofer IFAM
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Bio‑based composites Bamboo & hemp bast fibers Atmospheric‑pressure plasma activation Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) Sustainable FRP & circular economy
Cooperation with Japan
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We seek a Japanese academic or industrial partner with strong expertise in bio‑based matrix development, bast‑fiber processing, or biocomposite manufacturing to jointly advance a bio‑based Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) for sustainable fiber‑reinforced polymer (FRP) applications.
Our project focuses on integrating plasma‑activated bamboo or hemp bast fibers with a fully bio‑based matrix system to yield high‑performance, CO₂‑neutral composite semi‑finished products. We aim to collaboratively:
develop or provide bio‑based resin/matrix formulations suitable for BMC/SMC processes,
co‑design scalable process chains for inline-capable atmospheric‑pressure plasma activation,
validate mechanical, rheological, and interfacial performance of bio‑FRP compounds,
explore circular recycling pathways (e.g., pyrolysis‑based recovery and reuse of pyrolysis oils), and
identify promising application fields such as construction, mobility, furniture, insulation, or lightweight structural components.
Our interest is in establishing a balanced, complementary R&D partnership enabling bilateral exchange of scientific techniques, materials, and scale‑up know‑how to accelerate the industrial adoption of sustainable FRP materials in Japan and Germany.
We seek a Japanese academic or industrial partner with strong expertise in bio‑based matrix development, bast‑fiber processing, or biocomposite manufacturing to jointly advance a bio‑based Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) for sustainable fiber‑reinforced polymer (FRP) applications.
Our project focuses on integrating plasma‑activated bamboo or hemp bast fibers with a fully bio‑based matrix system to yield high‑performance, CO₂‑neutral composite semi‑finished products. We aim to collaboratively:
develop or provide bio‑based resin/matrix formulations suitable for BMC/SMC processes,
co‑design scalable process chains for inline-capable atmospheric‑pressure plasma activation,
validate mechanical, rheological, and interfacial performance of bio‑FRP compounds,
explore circular recycling pathways (e.g., pyrolysis‑based recovery and reuse of pyrolysis oils), and
identify promising application fields such as construction, mobility, furniture, insulation, or lightweight structural components.
Our interest is in establishing a balanced, complementary R&D partnership enabling bilateral exchange of scientific techniques, materials, and scale‑up know‑how to accelerate the industrial adoption of sustainable FRP materials in Japan and Germany.
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is Europe’s leading applied research organization, comprising more than 70 institutes conducting mission‑driven research across science, engineering, and industrial innovation. Fraunhofer bridges fundamental research with industrial deployment, delivering validated technologies, pilot‑scale demonstrators, and industry‑ready solutions to partners worldwide. Its portfolio spans materials science, production technologies, energy systems, mobility, digitalization, sustainability, and circular economies.
Fraunhofer’s strategic mandate is to develop high‑impact, practical technologies that strengthen industrial competitiveness and address global societal challenges such as climate neutrality, resource efficiency, and advanced manufacturing.
Fraunhofer IFAM – Institute Description
The Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM, located in Bremen, is one of the leading European research centers for advanced materials, surface technologies, plasma processes, adhesive bonding, additive manufacturing, and fiber‑reinforced composites.
Fraunhofer IFAM has extensive experience from multiple German and European research projects involving wood fibers, bast fibers, FRP recycling, and advanced matrix systems. With its comprehensive laboratory and pilot‑plant infrastructure, IFAM supports partners from concept development through process scale-up to industrial validation.
Fraunhofer’s strategic mandate is to develop high‑impact, practical technologies that strengthen industrial competitiveness and address global societal challenges such as climate neutrality, resource efficiency, and advanced manufacturing.
Fraunhofer IFAM – Institute Description
The Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM, located in Bremen, is one of the leading European research centers for advanced materials, surface technologies, plasma processes, adhesive bonding, additive manufacturing, and fiber‑reinforced composites.
Fraunhofer IFAM has extensive experience from multiple German and European research projects involving wood fibers, bast fibers, FRP recycling, and advanced matrix systems. With its comprehensive laboratory and pilot‑plant infrastructure, IFAM supports partners from concept development through process scale-up to industrial validation.