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Lars Järnström is a Professor at Karlstad University, specializing in Paper Coating Technology. His research focuses on sustainable materials, barrier coatings, and polymer formulations for packaging applications. Key areas include bio-based coatings, enzymatic oxygen-scavenging systems, and thermosensitive materials. He has contributed to advancing flexible packaging solutions through studies on starch, lignin, and polyvinyl alcohol blends.
His work integrates material science with industrial applications, addressing challenges like moisture resistance, oxygen permeability, and eco-friendly packaging. Collaborations involve optimizing coating processes and evaluating performance metrics such as barrier properties and mechanical durability. Recent projects emphasize pilot trials for lignin-based coatings and numerical modeling of coating technologies.
Publications span topics like clay-filled coatings, thermal effects on polymer interactions, and enzyme-embedded systems. His research bridges fundamental material behavior and practical industrial solutions, with a focus on sustainable alternatives to conventional packaging materials.
