Polymer Modelling & Synthesis
Research Cluster
We focus on polymer functionalization, such as grafting, and the synthesis of novel polymers with enhanced properties. These materials are designed to support smart and sustainable applications.
Research Focus
Functionalization
Modification of polymer surfaces and structures through grafting and other techniques for enhanced functionality, supports targeted applications in smart materials and sustainability.
Novel Polymer Synthesis
Creation of innovative polymer materials with superior properties for advanced performance, facilitate eco-friendly and cutting-edge industrial applications.
Recent Publications
10.1007/978-3-031-84959-6_9
2025
Development of Agar-Polylactic Acid Thermoplastic by an Extrusion Method and Injection Molding
Fransiska, D. et al.
Biopolymers derived from seaweed are promising natural polymers as alternatives to synthetic polymers due to their biodegradability …
10.1007/s10924-023-03092-6
2024
Molecular Weight Distribution of Lactic Acid Oligomer from the Polycondensation Without Catalyst and Its …
Triwulandari, E., Ghozali, M., Restu, W.K. et al.
The lactic acid oligomer was synthesized by varying the reaction time and processing it without a catalyst. Gel permeation …
10.4028/p-e5vlmg
2024
Curing Kinetics of Epoxy Adhesive by Non-Isothermal DSC
Dewi, Wiwiek Utami, et al.
Non-isothermal DSC has been used to investigate the curing kinetics of epoxy adhesives (DGEBA-cycloaliphatic amine). The epoxy samples were scanned on DSC with five heating rates (5°C/min, 7.5°C/min, 10°C/min, 12.5°C/min, and 15°C/min). …
10.1063/5.0198680
2024
Effect of Plasticizer on Malleability of Polylactide-based Craniomaxillofacial Fracture Fixation Plates
Koesoemowidodo, R. Setyo Adji, et al.
In this study, the effect of plasticization on the malleability of polylactide-based implant plates in craniomaxillofacial bone fracture application was studied. Specimens …
10.14716 /ijtech.v15i2.6683
2024
Study of Solvent and Catalyst in Diimide Biphasic Hydrogenation System of Natural Rubber
Dody Andi Winarto, et al.
In Indonesia, solid rubber is the most common form of natural rubber (NR) intermediates because it is easy to store and transport. However, hydrogenation, a process aimed at improving the quality …
10.4028/p-2q3msz
2023
Green Synthesis of Citric Acid-Crosslinked Cellulose Acetate Membrane for Polymer Electrolyte
Ratri, Christin Rina, et al.
Safer alternative for lithium-ion battery containing liquid electrolyte was proposed using solid polymer electrolyte as a combo separator/electrolyte. In this work, …
10.1016/j.matpr.2020.12.274
2021
Synthesis and Characterization of Bacterial Cellulose by Acetobacter xylinum Using Liquid Tapioca Waste
Ghozali, Muhammad, et al.
In this research, liquid tapioca waste was used to produce bacterial cellulose by Acetobacter xylinum. Liquid tapioca …
10.1063/5.0013605
2020
Latex-starch Hybrid Synthesis Using CGDE Method Optimization: Methanol Addition
Junior, Adream Bais, et al.
Latex has mechanical properties that indubitably suits the requirement of the vehicle tire, which is highly elastic modulus. However, elastic modulus itself is a downside to tire; it affects the tire …