Bio-based composites Professors and Supervisors in Sweden

Professor Daniel Söderberg is affiliated with KTH Royal Institute of Technology, where he holds the position of Professor of processes from fibre-based materials from forest raw materials. His research focuses on understanding natural material formation processes, particularly using cellulose nanofibrils as building blocks, to develop scalable industrial methods for creating high-performance bio-based materials. He employs advanced experimental techniques such as synchrotron X-ray imaging and neutron scattering to study material behavior at the nanoscale, contributing to sustainable, renewable material innovations. His research interests revolve around the development of bio-based materials and industrial processes inspired by natural mechanisms. Key areas include: Nanofibril assembly and self-organization in fluid systems Cellulose nanofibril-based composites and thin films Scalable production of high-performance bio-based materials Advanced characterization techniques (e.g., synchrotron X-ray imaging, neutron scattering) Material dynamics under various environmental conditions (e.g., humidity, compression) Integration of renewable materials into electronic and structural applications Recent research trends emphasize the application of machine learning for analyzing material dynamics, optimization of spray deposition techniques for scalable production, and exploration of lignin and cellulose nanocomposites for renewable materials. Collaborations with facilities like the MAX IV synchrotron highlight his focus on advanced imaging and structural analysis for material innovation. In advising and grants, Dr. Söderberg has contributed to research projects involving pilot-scale manufacturing processes and collaborations with advanced facilities like the MAX IV synchrotron. While specific student names or detailed grant information are not provided here, his work reflects a strong emphasis on team-based research in nanomaterials and sustainable technologies. He is also involved in academic ceremonies at KTH, including the 2021 Professorial Inauguration. Dr. Söderberg collaborates with the ForMAX beamline at MAX IV synchrotron in Lund, focusing on multiscale structural characterization of hierarchical materials. His research also involves the pilot-scale Experimental Paper Machine (XPM) for material production studies, examining fire retardant composites and nanopaper fabrication.

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Lund UniversitySweden

Åsa Håkansson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at Lund University's Faculty of Engineering, specifically within the Division of Food and Pharma as part of the LTH Profile Area: Food and Bio. Her research focuses on the critical interface between nutrition, immunology, and microbiology, with human health as the central point of intersection. The gastrointestinal tract serves as her primary research domain, where she investigates how dietary factors interact with commensal bacteria to guide immune functions. Her primary research interests include: Nutrition and its impact on gut health Immunology of the gastrointestinal tract Microbiome composition and function Probiotics and their health effects Food safety and microbial interactions Dr. Håkansson's recent work has evaluated the immunological, physiological, and microbiological outcomes of food supplements through animal models and clinical trials. Her fingerprint reveals significant activity in inflammation research (100%), probiotics (86%), Lactobacillus studies (74%), Escherichia coli interactions (74%), vegetable food science (73%), bacterial microbiology (71%), processed meat safety (70%), and mouse model research (70%). Her recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward developing and evaluating fermented foods and plant-based alternatives for gut health. Key themes include probiotic potential in fermented teas, safety and efficacy of non-dairy alternatives, and clinical applications of probiotics for autoimmune conditions like celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Håkansson leads multiple significant research projects: "Stärkt tarmslemhinna och ökat järnupptag hos IBD-patienter vid intyg av växtbaserade livsmedel" (2024-2026), funded by Dr P Håkanssons Stiftelse "Intervention study to determine health effects of fermented non-dairy yoghurt" (2024-2025), funded by The Green Dairy Sweden Holding AB "Blood microbiome engineering for targeted treatment and prevention" (2024), funded by Dir Albert Påhlssons stiftelse FORCE - Center for Food Resilience and Competitiveness (2024-2028) She currently serves as primary supervisor for a PhD project investigating plant-based foods' impact on microbiota composition and gut health (2024-2028), with Johan Purhagen as secondary supervisor. Her research contributes directly to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health, well-being, and responsible consumption.