By combining chemical and genetic properties of wood, the origin of tropical hardwood can be determined much more accurately.

Scientists are looking at ways to incorporate strengthened wood into new buildings to increase their sustainability. In Japan ...

Using simple chemical processes, Hu’s lab partially washes away lignin—the polymer that holds cellulose fibers in wood together—and exploits the natural complexity of wood’s nanostructure. Hu licensed ...

Wood-plastic composites (WPC) have a wide range of applications in outdoor decking, automotive interior substrates, packaging, furniture, housing, and cladding, and their current worldwide production ...