Science
In this section, we bring you a curated collection of scientific articles, reports, databases, analytical and visualisation tools, methods, and more.
Horizon scanning in the bioeconomy: what’s next for forest research?
Explore the conversation between Teppo Hujala and Päivi Pelli on the future of forest research and horizon scanning.
What are the digital tools to boost agroforestry in Europe?
Read about DigitAF and its contribution to advancing agroforestry in Europe with a catalogue of tools and databases.
Cellulose foam
A new bio-based packaging material, cellulose foam, is being developed and is seen to as possible replacement for fossil-based materials such as polymer foam.
Sustainable wood nanotechnologies
The evolution of trees over approximately 300 million years has resulted in over 60,000 woody species with unique hierarchically porous structures and cell walls primarily composed of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. This intricate natural design allows trees to grow as…
Transparent wood
An outstanding bio-alternative to traditional glass Product and industry Transparent wood is a relatively new material. For the first time, it was created in 1992 by a German researcher Siegfried Fink. Back then he turned wood transparent to reveal its…