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My research area includes the analysis of features and environmental impacts of bio-based plastics and biocomposites, together with a small amount of regulatory aspects, to foster the development of more sustainable future. This is done by utilizing different methodologies, such as Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) analysis and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Please, have a closer look at my profile, if interested! :)
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
Tekn. toht., kemian tekniikka
Award Date: 24 Feb 2025
Master's degree, Engineering and Technology, Aalto University
Award Date: 9 May 2019
Bachelor's degree, Engineering and Technology, Aalto University
Award Date: 14 Jun 2016
Keywords
- Renewable feedstocks
- Bio-based plastics
- Biocomposites
- Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) analysis
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Regulation of plastics
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Can biochar fillers advance the properties of composites? Early-stage characterization and life cycle assessment of novel polyamide/biochar biocomposites
Baniasadi, H., Äkräs, L., Paganelli, Z., Dammann, N., Abidnejad, R., Lipponen, S., Silvenius, F., Vahvaselkä, M., Ilvesniemi, H., Seppälä, J. & Niskanen, J., 15 Jun 2025, In: Environmental Research. 275, 17 p., 121446.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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A cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment of polyamide-starch biocomposites: carbon footprint as an indicator of sustainability
Äkräs, L., Silvenius, F., Baniasadi, H., Vahvaselkä, M., Ilvesniemi, H. & Seppälä, J., Oct 2024, In: Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy. 26, 10, p. 3297-3312 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Development and characterization of polylactic acid/starch biocomposites – From melt blending to preliminary life cycle assessment
Baniasadi, H., Äkräs, L., Madani, Z., Silvenius, F., Fazeli, M., Lipponen, S., Vapaavuori, J. & Seppälä, J., Nov 2024, In: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 279, Part 1, 14 p., 135173.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
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Quantifying Climate-Friendliness: Carbon Footprint of Biocomposites through Life Cycle Assessment
Äkräs, L., Baniasadi, H., Madani, Z., Silvenius, F., Fazeli, M., Lipponen, S., Vahvaselkä, M., Ilvesniemi, H., Vapaavuori, J. & Seppälä, J., 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › Scientific › peer-review
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Quantifying Climate-Friendliness: Carbon Footprint of Biocomposites through Life Cycle Assessment
Äkräs, L., Baniasadi, H., Madani, Z., Silvenius, F., Fazeli, M., Lipponen, S., Vahvaselkä, M., Ilvesniemi, H., Vapaavuori, J. & Seppälä, J., 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › Scientific › peer-review
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-: Bio-oils based polymeric composites; value chain from synthesis to additive manufacturing
Äkräs, L. (Project Member), Teotia, A. (Project Member), Farzan, A. (Project Member), Seppälä, J. (Project Member), Baniasadi, H. (Principal investigator) & Paganelli, Z. (Project Member)
01/09/2022 → 31/08/2025
Project: Academy of Finland: Strategic research funding
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STN VALUEBIOMAT 2, POTE: Bio-oils based polymeric composites; value chain from synthesis to additive manufacturing
Partanen, J. (Principal investigator), Äkräs, L. (Project Member), Jayaprakash, S. (Project Member) & Kukko, K. (Project Member)
EU The Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)
01/09/2022 → 31/08/2025
Project: Academy of Finland: Strategic research funding
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VALUEBIOMAT: Bio-oils based polymeric composites; value chain from syntheisis to additive manufacturing
Seppälä, J. (Principal investigator), Äkräs, L. (Project Member), Revitzer, H. (Project Member), van Bochove, B. (Project Member), Baniasadi, H. (Project Member), Farzan, A. (Project Member), Dienel, K. (Project Member), Teotia, A. (Project Member), Borandeh, S. (Project Member) & Madani, M. (Project Member)
01/06/2019 → 28/02/2023
Project: Academy of Finland: Strategic research funding
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Deep dive into environmental sustainability of biobased plastics: Cradle to grave LCA of castor oil-derived polyamides
Äkräs, L. (Speaker) & Vahvaselkä, M. (Contributor)
9 Feb 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Conference presentation
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A Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Framework and Analysis of Plant-based Oils to Produce Bio-based Plastics
Äkräs, L. (Contributor)
15 May 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Conference presentation
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Exploring the Carbon Footprint of Biocomposites through Life Cycle Assessment
Äkräs, L. (Speaker)
21 Sept 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Conference presentation
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Pintaa syvemmältä - kestävät materiaalivalinnat 2
Äkräs, L. (Speaker) & Dienel, K. (Speaker)
26 Oct 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited academic talk
Press/Media
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Techniques to evaluate novel, plant-based feedstock for plastics
Äkräs, L., van Bochove, B., Shen, L. & Maunuksela, J.
07/07/2022
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Social media activity
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A dive into the multifaceted sustainability of plant-based oils for plastics
Äkräs, L. & Vahvaselkä, M.
23/06/2022
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Social media activity
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Sustainable plastics - what are they?
Seppälä, J., Äkräs, L. & Dienel, K.
03/12/2020
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Social media activity