Yuan Yuan Chen

Yuan Yuan Chen is a Research Fellow at the PRISM (Polymer, Recycling, Industrial, Sustainability and Manufacturing engineering) Research Institute, University of Technology. Her work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovative research in sustainable materials engineering and polymer science.

Dr. Chen's research spans biodegradable polymer systems including polylactide, thermoplastics, and nanotube composites, with focus on closed-loop recycling processes and agricultural applications. Her expertise covers material extrusion techniques, biomass valorization, and energy material development, addressing critical environmental challenges through sustainable engineering solutions.

Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal strong emphasis on thermoplastic starch/polybutylene succinate blends, foamed polylactic acid substrates, and biomass-to-bioplastic conversion, demonstrating a cohesive research trajectory toward circular economy solutions. Her work increasingly integrates nanomaterials and ferroelectric heterostructures for advanced applications.

Dr. Chen actively collaborates across disciplines within PRISM Institute, with research covered in international press for distributed recycling innovations and granule-based material extrusion breakthroughs. Her 24 total publications show accelerating output, with 9 publications in 2025 alone.

The PRISM Research Institute provides the collaborative framework for Dr. Chen's work, where she contributes to polymer recycling initiatives and sustainable manufacturing projects through interdisciplinary teams focused on transforming industrial waste streams into high-value bioplastics.