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While many EFP researchers are working hands-on in the lab, Nikolai's role is different. As part of Work Package 9, he takes data from lab-scale experiments across the program and builds mathematical models of novel pulping processes — then uses those models to evaluate each concept's potential through techno-economic assessment and life cycle analysis. The goal: find pulping processes that deliver higher yield than kraft, with competitive costs, lower chemical and water cons

Meet Julia Chrzastowska, Doctoral Researcher at Åbo Akademi — and one of the scientists building the analytical foundation of the Emission Free Pulping program. Julia's work might not involve developing new pulping methods directly — but without it, those new methods would be flying blind. Her research focuses on understanding exactly what happens inside wood tissue at the cellular level during pulping. Using an array of advanced microscopy, spectroscopy, and surface analysis

In the Emission Free Pulping (EFP) program, Research Scientist Anniina Alenius at VTT is studying the role of pectin in the f ibre liberation process . Although pectin represents only about 2% of spruce, it is located in the middle lamella and primary cell wall, where neighbouring fibres are bound together. Its function in pulping and fibre liberation is still not fully understood. The hypothesis behind the research is that pectin may influence how strongly fibres

The fourth EFP Research Forum took place in Espoo on 18-19 November. The biannual event collects the industry professionals and researchers in one place to discuss the most topical research results and share insights into their work. The aim is to increase collaboration within the EFP program, and advance peer-learning and knowledge exchange between partners. One of the central topics arising in this Research Forum was the different fiber qualities across product segments and

Postdoctoral researcher Cláudia Esteves at RISE is producing greener pulp fibers in the Emission Free Pulping program by optimizing an...

At VTT , doctoral researcher Angeliki Tzanakaki , under the supervision of Jari Sirviö , is working on a new pulping concept called ...

Have you always wondered how to become part of revolutionizing pulp production? This might be your chance! KTH Royal Institute of...

In the push for Emission Free Pulping , researchers are redefining how we approach biomass utilization by aiming at higher pulping...

Meet Kiran Reddy Baddigam , a research scientist in Liji Sobhana ’s team at VTT is breaking new ground in 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱...

Q&A with Program Coordinator Alina Ruonala-Lindgren Q: Can you summarize what has happened in the first year of the Emission Free Pulping...

Aleksandar R. Todorov , a postdoctoral researcher in Professor Ilkka Kilpeläinen's team at the University of Helsinki , is developing a...

We are excited to share a glimpse into the research being conducted by doctoral researcher Emma Määttä at the University of Oulu,...