Forestry materials and derivatives

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The forestry environment as a source of natural and renewable materials

Knowledge in forestry materials and derivatives focuses on the use and innovation in materials obtained from forest resources, such as wood, cellulose, lignin and other organic compounds. Seeking to valorize and improve the properties of these materials and create new products for various applications, such as construction, paper manufacturing and bioenergy. It also covers production processes and the sustainability of forest resource exploitation to ensure their proper management and responsible use.