Thermal Analysis of Biopolymers
Explore Useful Techniques for Characterizing Sustainable Polymers
Program
- Definition of biopolymers
- Ideal thermal techniques for studying biopolymers
- Biopolymer use in industry
- Thermal analysis application examples using DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA
- Which technique for which type of analysis?
- Interactive Q&A session
As an alternative to synthetic plastics, biopolymers are produced fully or partially from renewable raw materials and/or are those which can be biologically degraded. They provide a more sustainable alternative to the traditional long-lifecycle polymers made from fossil fuels. Due to their widespread use, thermal characterization of biopolymers is essential for ensuring their performance and safety in a variety of applications.
Join our upcoming webinar and explore effective thermal analysis techniques that will help you accurately characterize your biopolymers!
What is a Biopolymer?
Biopolymers can be divided into two groups:
- Biobased polymers made from renewable biological resources and
- Biodegradable polymers that are able to decompose naturally.
From an environmental standpoint, the best materials are both biobased and biodegradable. Examples of biopolymers include natural substances like starches, cellulose, and rubber.
How is Thermal Analysis Used to Characterize Biopolymers?
In order to understand biopolymer behavior in different conditions, the most important physical properties to measure include the glass transition, crystallization, and decomposition temperatures, as well as expansion and elasticity.
The four main techniques of thermal analysis, DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA are ideal for carrying out these types of analysis. They can measure properties and behavior across a temperature range from −150 to 1600 °C, using just a few milligrams of sample.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about thermal analysis and characterizing your sustainable plastics. Register now to reserve your place, and don’t forget to prepare your questions for our experts!
- 26. 6. 2025 8:00, English
- 26. 6. 2025 16:00, English
Presenter: Dr. Teresa Dennenwaldt
Dr. Teresa Dennenwaldt obtained her PhD in chemistry in 2013 and completed a postdoc at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland in the field of electron microscopy and spectroscopy. In 2018, she joined METTLER TOLEDO as an application specialist for Thermal Analysis. In her current position, she expertly uses, teaches, and supports DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA instruments at the METTLER TOLEDO head office in Switzerland.
