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Douglas J. Gardner is a Professor and Program Leader of Sustainable Materials Technology in the School of Forest Resources at the University of Maine. He is also affiliated with the Advanced Structures and Composites Center and the Forest Bioproducts Research Institute. His research focuses on polymer science, adhesion mechanisms, cellulose nanocomposites, and additive manufacturing. Gardner has authored over 230 technical publications, 140 presentations, and 5 patents.
Education:
- Ph.D. in [Discipline], Mississippi State University (1985)
- Certificate of Advanced Study in Pulp and Paper Management, University of Maine (1981)
- B.S. in Forestry, University of Maine (1980)
Research Interests: Polymer and interfacial science in wood-polymer composites, adhesion science, cellulose nanocomposites, extruded wood-plastic composites (WPC), and additive manufacturing. His work emphasizes sustainable materials and their applications in construction and industry.
Publications & Awards: Over 230 technical publications and numerous awards, including the 1992 Cahn Award, multiple G. Peirce and Florence Pitts Weber Researcher Awards, and the SWST Distinguished Educator Award (2018). He has also served as a visiting lecturer internationally and holds honorary memberships.
Teaching & Mentorship: Teaches courses such as Biocomposite Materials (SFR 453), Adhesion Technology (SFR 545), and Wood-Polymer Hybrid Composites (SFR 550). Advises students including Cong Chen, Jordan Sanders, and Peter Kelly.
Labs & Collaborations: Active in the Advanced Structures and Composites Center, focusing on large-scale additive manufacturing and lignocellulosic materials. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications in sustainable materials technology.
