Project description
Nature provides the inspiration for novel natural pigments
Titanium dioxide (TiO2), increasingly in the form of TiO2 nanoparticles, is widely used as a white pigment, especially in creams and lotions. It acts as a UV filter in cosmetics and other products, and can also be found in paints and dyes, paper, plastics and even toothpaste, food and drugs. However, its safe use is increasingly questioned and therefore more natural and sustainable alternatives are needed. Cellulose is a carbohydrate polymer composed of glucose. It is found in all plants and is therefore the most abundant biopolymer on the planet. The EU-funded CelluNANo project sets out to enhance the light-scattering ability of cellulose, elevating it to a natural, safe and sustainable alternative to TiO2.
Fields of science
Programme(s)
Funding Scheme
ERC-POC - Proof of Concept Grant
Host institution
THE CHANCELLOR MASTERS AND SCHOLARS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Net EU contribution
€ 150 000,00
Address
Trinity Lane The Old Schools
CB2 1TN Cambridge
United Kingdom
CB2 1TN Cambridge
United Kingdom
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Region
East of England East Anglia Cambridgeshire CC
Activity type
Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
Other funding
No data
Beneficiaries (1)
THE CHANCELLOR MASTERS AND SCHOLARS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
United Kingdom
Net EU contribution
€ 150 000,00
Address
Trinity Lane The Old Schools
CB2 1TN Cambridge
CB2 1TN Cambridge
See on map
Region
East of England East Anglia Cambridgeshire CC
Activity type
Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
Other funding
No data