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Thomas Granfeldt serves as a Visiting Professor at the Department of Engineering, Mathematics and Science Education (IMD) of Mid Sweden University in Sundsvall, affiliated with the FSCN Research Centre. His position bridges academic research with industrial pulp and paper applications, focusing on sustainable material innovation.
His research spans critical areas in fiber science:
- Pulp and Paper Technology: Specializing in thermomechanical (TMP) and chemithermomechanical pulping (CTMP), with emphasis on energy-efficient refining processes and fiber morphology optimization
- Wood Fiber Analysis: Pioneering single-fiber level characterization using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) to map elemental distributions (sulphur, sodium) for process control
- Sustainable Materials: Developing biomimetic cellulosic materials inspired by natural structures (e.g., birch bark) as fossil-based alternatives
- Process Engineering: Investigating impregnation depth, sulphonate distribution, and rotor design to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency
Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a strategic shift toward precision engineering in pulping, where microscopic fiber analysis drives macroscopic process improvements. His work increasingly integrates circular economy principles, demonstrating how controlled elemental distribution at fiber level reduces energy consumption while enabling high-performance sustainable materials. The consistent industry conference presence (IMPC, Fundamental Research Symposium) underscores strong sector relevance.
No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Similarly, advising activities and grant funding details remain unspecified, though his collaborative publication pattern (typically 5-8 co-authors per paper) suggests active team leadership within the FSCN ecosystem.
Granfeldt's research operates within Mid Sweden University's FSCN Research Centre, which provides specialized infrastructure for fiber science including advanced microscopy and pulping simulation facilities. His work connects with industrial partners through the centre's focus on "communication" in fiber networks, facilitating technology transfer to Sweden's pulp and paper sector.