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I am working on several different projects focusing on technology development for the forest products industry. The main goal of my research work at VTT is to develop innovative solutions for improving the competitiveness of the forest products industry and sustainability for the world.
I have developed novel methods for high-throughput processing of nanocellulose-based suspensions into coatings and films for various applications ranging from sustainable packaging to flexible electronics. I have been recognized for outstanding performance in project management and developing innovative solutions for the customers.
Research interests
Bio-based materials, coatings, surface engineering, packaging, nanocellulose, paper, paperboard, functionalization
Expertise area
Paper production and processing, coating, converting, packaging, nanocellulose production and processing, nanocellulose films and coatings
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Manufacturing and processing, Doctorate, Åbo Akademi University
2012 → 2017
Award Date: 15 Mar 2018
Manufacturing and processing, Master, Åbo Akademi University
2010 → 2012
Award Date: 15 Apr 2012
Manufacturing and processing, Bachelor, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
2006 → 2010
Award Date: 30 Jun 2010
External positions
Åbo Akademi University, Åbo Akademi University
Skills and expertise
- Paper processing
- Coatings
- Nanocellulose
- Packaging
- project management
- Surface engineering
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PAfP: Piloting Alternatives for Plastics
Kiiskinen, H., Pääkkönen, E., Asikainen, J., Kamppuri, T., Salminen, K., Hjelt, T., Kouko, J., Retulainen, E. A., Lappalainen, T., Jetsu, P., Jäsberg, A., Korpela, A., Jaiswal, A., Ketoja, J., Ketola, A., Kumar, V., Viitala, J., Seppänen, T., Koponen, A., Pöhler, T., Keränen, J. T., Paunonen, S., Lehmonen, J., Tanaka, A., Grönroos, A., Prakash, B., Tammelin, T., Harlin, A. & Mäkelä, M.
European Union - European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), European Union - Leverage from the EU
1/04/20 → 31/08/23
Project: EU project
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FireCellCoat: Bio-inspired fire retardant wood coatings based on microfibrillated cellulose
Kumar, V., Khakalo, A., Jaiswal, A., Kangas, H., Tammelin, T., Gestranius, M. & Ivanova, A.
1/01/20 → 31/12/22
Project: Finnish government project
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PackageHeroes: New packaging solutions for people, planet and business
1/01/19 → 31/12/23
Project: Academy of Finland project
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NanoTextSurf: Nanotextured surfaces for membranes, protective textiles, friction pads and abrasive materials
1/10/17 → 31/12/20
Project: EU project
Research output
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A Novel Foam Coating Approach to Produce Abrasive Structures on Textiles
Kenttä, E., Kumar, V., Andersson, P. & Forsström, U., 26 Sep 2021, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Autex Research Journal. 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Production of High-Solid-Content Fire-Retardant Phosphorylated Cellulose Microfibrils
Khakalo, A., Jaiswal, A. K., Kumar, V., Gestranius, M., Kangas, H. & Tammelin, T., 13 Sep 2021, In: ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering. 9, 36, p. 12365-12375Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Rheological behavior of high consistency enzymatically fibrillated cellulose suspensions
Jaiswal, A., Kumar, V., Khakalo, A., Lahtinen, P., Pere, J., Solin, K. & Toivakka, M., Mar 2021, In: Cellulose. 28, p. 2087-2104 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Open Access5 Citations (Scopus) -
Rheological Properties of High-Consistency Enzymatically Fibrillated Cellulose Suspensions
Jaiswal, A. K., Kumar, V., Khakalo, A., Lahtinen, P., Solin, K., Tammelin, T. & Toivakka, M., 18 Aug 2021, Book of abstracts: Nordic Rheology Conference (NRC) Nordic Polymer Days (NPD): Cyberspace, August 18-20, 2021. Nordic Rheology Society NRS, 1 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference abstract in proceedings › Scientific
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Thermoresponsive Nanocellulose Films as an Optical Modulation Device: Proof-of-Concept
Jaiswal, A., Hokkanen, A., Kumar, V., Mäkelä, T., Harlin, A. & Orelma, H., 18 May 2021, In: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. 13, 21, p. 25346–25356 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Open Access3 Citations (Scopus)
Activities
- 2 Conference presentation
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Phosphorylated microfibrillated cellulose based eco-friendly fire-retardant coatings for wood
Aayush Jaiswal (Speaker), Vinay Kumar (Contributor), Alexey Khakalo (Contributor), Marie Gestranius (Contributor), Heli Kangas (Contributor) & Tekla Tammelin (Contributor)
14 Oct 2021 → 15 Oct 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Conference presentation
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Tuning Properties of High-consistency Enzymatically Fibrillated Cellulose (HefCel) for Various Applications
Aayush Jaiswal (Speaker), Vinay Kumar (Contributor), Panu Lahtinen (Contributor), Jaakko Pere (Contributor) & Heli Kangas (Contributor)
15 Jun 2021 → 16 Jun 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Conference presentation