Hands-On Workshop on Nano-Enabled Bioplastics
Design the Future of Sustainable Materials with Nano-Enabled Bioplastics.
About This Course
This 3-day virtual hands-on workshop focuses on nano-enabled bioplastics for sustainable materials and product innovation. Participants will learn how biopolymers such as starch, cellulose, chitosan, alginate, PLA, and PHA can be combined with nano-additives like nanocellulose, nano-clay, ZnO, TiO₂, and silver nanoparticles to develop functional bioplastic films and edible coatings. The workshop covers formulation design, film preparation, testing, applications, and lab-to-market product development. Using tools such as Excel, Google Sheets, Canva, Miro, ImageJ, FTIR, SEM, XRD, TGA, and tensile testing, participants will design formulations and develop a nano-bioplastic product concept for packaging, biomedical, agricultural, or sustainable applications.
Aim
This workshop aims to provide practical knowledge on the design and development of nano-enabled bioplastics for sustainable and eco-friendly applications. Participants will learn how biopolymers and nanomaterials can be combined to create advanced biodegradable materials with enhanced mechanical, barrier, and antimicrobial properties. The program focuses on formulation design, characterization, and product innovation pathways. It bridges biotechnology, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials engineering.
Workshop Objectives
- Understand fundamentals of bioplastics and nano-enabled materials.
- Learn formulation strategies using biopolymers and nano-additives.
- Explore film preparation and coating methods.
- Analyze material properties using characterization techniques.
- Develop sustainable nano-bioplastic product concepts for real applications.
Workshop Structure
Day 1: Fundamentals of Nano-Enabled Bioplastics
- Introduction to bioplastics and biodegradable materials
- Role of biotechnology and nanotechnology in bioplastic development
- Common biopolymers: starch, cellulose, chitosan, alginate, PLA, PHA
- Nano-additives: nanocellulose, nano-clay, ZnO, TiO₂, silver nanoparticles
- Hands-on: Design a basic nano-bioplastic formulation
Tools Used: Google Sheets / Excel, Google Scholar, PubMed, Canva or Miro for formulation mapping, online tools
Day 2: Formulation and Film Preparation
- Selection of polymer, plasticizer, nanofiller, and bioactive additive
- Solvent casting and coating methods
- Preparation of bioplastic films and edible coatings
- Basic process flow: mixing, heating, casting, drying, peeling
- Hands-on: Create a formulation sheet for bioplastic film
Tools Used: Google Sheets, formulation template, Jupyter Notebook
Day 3: Testing, Applications, and Product Development
- Basic characterization: thickness, strength, flexibility, water resistance
- Advanced testing: FTIR, SEM, XRD, TGA, antimicrobial activity
- Applications in food packaging, edible coating, biomedical, and agriculture
- Lab-to-market pathway and product claims
- Hands-on: Develop one nano-bioplastic product concept
Tools Used: ImageJ, charaterization techniques, antimicrobial testing setup, Canva for product concept presentation
Who Should Enrol?
- Undergraduate/postgraduate degree in Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
- Researchers and professionals working in sustainable materials, packaging, nanotechnology, food technology, or biotech R&D.
- Individuals interested in green materials, biodegradable products, and sustainable innovation.
- Students and innovators keen on developing eco-friendly product concepts.
Important Dates
Registration Ends
June 10, 2026
IST 7 : 00 PM
Workshop Dates
June 10, 2026 – June 12, 2026
IST 8:00 PM
Workshop Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
- Design nano-bioplastic formulations using biopolymers and nanofillers.
- Understand preparation methods for films and edible coatings.
- Interpret characterization and testing results for bioplastic materials.
- Evaluate sustainable applications in packaging, biomedical, and agriculture sectors.
- Develop market-oriented nano-bioplastic product concepts.
Recording fee
Participants in India
₹2,499
Participants outside India
$50
- All session recordings
- Study material
- Certificate after completion
- 1-year access
The live sessions of this workshop are over, so the live fees no longer apply. The recordings are being uploaded. They appear in your dashboard as soon as they are ready, and we will e-mail you then.
Frequently asked questions
Will I get the recording?
Yes. Paid participants get the session recordings and study material in their NanoSchool dashboard (My registrations → Recorded Lectures / Study Material).
What if I miss a live session?
Watch the recording in your dashboard and send your questions to the mentor through the support desk.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes, an e-certificate of participation after the workshop, with a QR code anyone can verify and an "Add to LinkedIn" button.
Which fee category applies to me?
Choose the category that matches your current role: Student, Ph.D. Scholar / Researcher, Academician / Faculty or Industry Professional.
How can I pay?
By card, UPI or PayPal on the payment page; international bank transfer is also available there.
What is the refund policy?
See our Returns, Refunds & Cancellation policy: Returns, Refunds & Cancellation policy
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