@article{salem_debnath_agate_arafat_jameel_lucia_pal_2024, title={Development of multifunctional sustainable packaging from acetylated cellulose micro-nanofibrils (CMNF)}, volume={7}, ISSN={["2666-8939"]}, DOI={10.1016/j.carpta.2024.100421}, abstractNote={Cellulose micro-nanofibrils (CMNF) with different fibrillation levels were partially acetylated while preserving their morphological and native crystalline structure. The morphological changes due to fibrillation and chemical modification were observed using Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) and optical profilometry. The change in tensile and burst strength, barrier, and biodegradability profile were investigated which revealed that the mechanical properties of the unmodified CMNF films increased with increase in extent of fibrillation. However, the mechanical strength of the acetylated film decreased with the increase in degree of acetylation. The stretching or folding property of the film increased with the increase in both the fibrillation and acetylation. The contact angle value increased due to a higher degree of fibrillation and acetylation because they increased the hydrophobicity and consequently enhanced the air and water vapor resistance of the unmodified and modified CNF films. Furthermore, all films exhibited the highest resistance against oil and grease, and the biodegradability test substantiated that CNF films were compostable in soil. In total, this work expresses new pathways to enhance the barrier properties of biodegradable CNF films by regulating the degree of fibrillation and acetylation, thus can emerge as sustainable alternatives to for packaging and agriculture applications.}, journal={CARBOHYDRATE POLYMER TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS}, author={Salem, Khandoker Samaher and Debnath, Mrittika and Agate, Sachin and Arafat, Kazi Md. Yasin and Jameel, Hasan and Lucia, Lucian and Pal, Lokendra}, year={2024}, month={Jun} }
 @misc{debnath_sarder_pal_hubbe_2022, title={Molded Pulp Products for Sustainable Packaging: Production Rate Challenges and Product Opportunities}, volume={17}, ISSN={["1930-2126"]}, DOI={10.15376/biores.17.2.Debnath}, abstractNote={Molded cellulosic pulp products provide eco-friendly alternatives to various petroleum-based packaging systems. They have a long history of reliable usage for such applications as egg trays and the shipping of fruits. They have recently become increasingly used for the packaging of electronics, wine bottles, and specialty items. Molded pulp products are especially used in applications requiring cushioning ability, as well as when it is important to match the shapes of the packed items. Their main component, cellulosic fibers from virgin or recycled wood fibers, as well as various nonwood fibers, can reduce society’s dependence on plastics, including expanded polystyrene. However, the dewatering of molded pulp tends to be slow, and the subsequent evaporation of water is energy-intensive. The article reviews strategies to increase production rates and to lower energy consumption. In addition, by applying chemical treatments and processing approaches, there are opportunities to achieve desired end-use properties, such as grease resistance. New manufacturing strategies, including rapid prototyping and advances in tooling, provide opportunities for more efficient form factors and more effective packaging in the future.}, number={2}, journal={BIORESOURCES}, author={Debnath, Mrittika and Sarder, Roman and Pal, Lokendra and Hubbe, Martin A.}, year={2022}, month={May}, pages={3810–3870} }
 @article{debnath_salem_naithani_musten_hubbe_pal_2021, title={Soft mechanical treatments of recycled fibers using a high-shear homogenizer for tissue and hygiene products}, volume={6}, ISSN={["1572-882X"]}, url={http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10570-021-04024-0}, DOI={10.1007/s10570-021-04024-0}, journal={CELLULOSE}, publisher={Springer Science and Business Media LLC}, author={Debnath, Mrittika and Salem, Khandoker Samaher and Naithani, Ved and Musten, Evan and Hubbe, Martin A. and Pal, Lokendra}, year={2021}, month={Jun} }