The University of Maine was awarded a $299,589 project grant from the National Science Foundation under the NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships program. The grant will support research exploring nanocellulose based foams for low-cost, single-use, biodegradable medical patient support and positioning applications from July 15, 2021 to June 30, 2023. The NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships program seeks to advance science, engineering, and technology solutions to national challenges through partnerships between research institutions and other organizations. Under this award, the University of Maine will develop nanocellulose foam technologies with potential applications in single-use medical devices for patient support, positioning, and immobilization, addressing both cost and sustainability issues in the healthcare sector.
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