Living, breathing buildings: Bio foams could transform the way we build
30.9.2024
Using wood-based foam, which is 90% air-based, Finnish researchers want to develop passive ventilation systems that are more environmentally friendly than conventional materials like steel, glass, and concrete. Aalto University, the University of Stuttgart,...
Archibiofoam – biomaterial for the future of construction
30.9.2024
Recently published article in Tiscali. The article can be accessed here (in Italian): https://notizie.tiscali.it/economia/articoli/archibiofoam-biomateriale-futuro-delle-costruzioni-00001/#google_vignette
Boat made out of foam makes its successful maiden voyage
24.9.2024
A model boat made out of fully biobased cellulose foam, was successfully demonstrated to be capable of floating with added weight at the Otaniemi Dock. Developed by researcher assistants at Aalto University, the boat demonstrates the water retention and...
Insights behind ArchiBiofoam Project on Radio by Prof. Stefano Zapperi
14.9.2024
In an episode of “Si può fare storie dal sociale”(It can be done- Stories from the Social),Professor Stefano Zapperi provided insights behind the development and application of novel bioMaterials in the construction sector. The episode can be...
