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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, Roll to roll processing of nanocellulose into coatings, Åbo Akademi University
2012 → 2017
Award Date: 15 Mar 2018
Manufacturing and processing, Master, Short time water absorption into multilayer curtain coated linerboard, Åbo Akademi University
2010 → 2012
Award Date: 15 Apr 2012
Manufacturing and processing, Bachelor, Design of chemical recovery plant for an integrated pulp and paper mill, 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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INN-PRESSME: open INNovation ecosystem for sustainable Plant-based nano-enabled biomateRials deploymEnt for packaging, tranSport and conSuMEr goods
Forsström, U., Kangas, H., Lahtinen, P., Kunnari, V., Kivinen, P., Kumar, V., Anghelescu-Hakala, A., Paajanen, A. & Aguilar Sanchez, A.
1/01/21 → 31/01/25
Project: EU project
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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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PackageHeroes: New packaging solutions for people, planet and business
1/01/19 → 31/12/23
Project: Academy of Finland 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. & Järvenpää, A.
1/01/20 → 31/12/22
Project: Finnish government 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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Biodegradable Cellulose Nanocomposite Substrate for Recyclable Flexible Printed Electronics
Jaiswal, A. K., Kumar, V., Jansson, E., Huttunen, O-H., Yamamoto, A., Vikman, M., Khakalo, A., Hiltunen, J. & Behfar, M., 29 Jan 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Advanced Electronic Materials.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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A Novel Foam Coating Approach to Produce Abrasive Structures on Textiles
Kenttä, E., Kumar, V., Andersson, P. & Forsström, U., 1 Sep 2022, In: Autex Research Journal. 22, 3, p. 335-342 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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High Performance Cellulose-Based Substrates for Flexible Printed Electronics
Lohtander-Piispa, T., Yamamoto, A., Kumar, V., Widsten, P., Leppänen, I., Khakalo, A., Behfar, M., Torvinen, K. & Tammelin, T., 2022, NWBC 2022: The 10th Nordic Wood Biorefinery Conference. Virtanen, A., Torvinen, K. & Vepsäläinen, J. (eds.). Helsinki: VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, p. 108-112 5 p. (VTT Technology; No. 409).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference article in proceedings › Scientific
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Lab to pilot upscaling of novel bio-based and bio-degradable barrier coatings for packaging
Kumar, V., 2022, 18th Biennial TAPPI European PLACE Conference. TAPPI Press, p. 156-166 184556Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference article in proceedings › 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
Open Access4 Citations (Scopus)
Activities
- 3 Conference presentation
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High-performance cellulose nanocomposite substrates for printed electronics with end-of-life considerations
Aayush Jaiswal (Speaker), Vinay Kumar (Contributor), Elina Jansson (Contributor), Olli-Heikki Huttunen (Contributor), Akio Yamamoto (Contributor), Minna Vikman (Contributor) & Mohammadhossein Behfar (Contributor)
9 Sep 2022Activity: 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
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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