The project main objectives focus on the development of sustainable high performance formulations via Pickering emulsion polymerization using as stabilizers cellulose nanocrystals and lignin with possible application for coatings; providing the scientific-based framework and knowledge for enhanced surface modification of wood and wood-derived products towards fulfilment of higher technical, economic and environmental standards; improvement the professional career of both, project leader and its team, and developing the ability of the project leader to form and maintain a core group of young researchers.

Scientific specific objectives of the project are:
(O1) Synthesis of sustainable high-performance formulations;
(O2) Morphological and structural characterisation of the new obtained materials;
(O3) Preparation of different wood and cellulosic substrates;
(O4) Evaluation of the possible interactions/ compatibility between the wood / cellulosic substrate and polymeric structure of the coatings.
(O5) Evaluation of the performance and durability of the obtained products
(O6) Dissemination of the project results

Technical specific objectives:

(i) project leader will co-ordinate and monitor the progress of the project implementation in accordance with the working plan;

(ii) project leader together with the team will ensure the correct performance of the work and the maintenance of all relationships;

(iii) to promote the Romanian research on European and world level.