USC 4370 - Laboratory of Studies and Research on Wood Material (LERMAB)

With the various scientific skills of the staff, LERMAB is developing a research on wood and natural fibers, ranging from the molecular level to the macroscopic level of the material, even til wooden structures. By its specific position related to the multidisciplinary nature of its research on wood, LERMAB is playing a special role as an interface between academic research and wood industries. Basic and applied research is developed through collaborations with different Technology transfer centers such as Critt Bois or CETELOR (for textile industry) within the cluster 'Fibers'

3 research axes :

  • Material and processes
  • Chemical recovery, Energy and Processes
  • Energy, Mechanics, Wood Construction

Keywords : Materials, polymer chemistry, green chemistry, adhesives, preservation, energy recovery, environmental impact, LCA, mechanics, wood construction, energy-saving buildings, manufacturing engineering

Key figures :

The laboratory gathers: 40 teacher-researchers 10 engineers and technicians 48 PhD students