Danish Polymer Centre - DPC

At the Danish Polymer Centre (DPC) we play an internationally leading role in the research of silicone elastomers, dielectric elastomer materials, and synthesis of novel (bio-based) polymers and biopolymers. We bridge material science, chemistry and engineering, pioneering cutting-edge innovations.

Silicone elastomer fiber actuator – winding process
Silicone elastomer fiber actuator – winding process. Photo: Thomas Steen Sørensen.
Biopolymer composites with different waste fillers
Biopolymer composites with different waste fillers. Photo: Arianna Rech.
Bio-based liquid crystalline polymer
Bio-based liquid crystalline polymer. Photo: Grammatiki Terzi.
Silicone elastomer fiber actuator developed at DPC
Silicone elastomer fiber actuator developed at DPC. Photo: Thomas Steen Sørensen.
DPC members
DPC members, May 2024. Photo: Christian Carlsson.

About us

Our research work is focused on the development and application of variety of polymers in commercial products to assist and provide support for the Danish as well as international polymer industry through the following activities:

  • Preparation of new materials through synthesis of polymers and formulation of biopolymers targeting applications in thermoplastics, thermosets, and composites.
  • Synthesis of  elastomers with novel functions, including dielectric elastomer transducers
  • Characterization of polymer-based materials using state-of-the-art techniques through chemical and physical characterization, and correlating phenomena using advanced modeling techniques. 

Our history


Danish Polymer Centre was founded in 2000, as a strategic research collaboration between researchers at the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering at DTU, together with the Polymer Group of Risø National Laboratory.

 

Our research

Some of the projects we are currently researching include:

  • Elastomers – looking for self-healing concept with emphasis on dielectric utilization
  • Bimodal elastomers – looking for new product possibilities
  • Biopolymer composites and in-process chemical modification through reactive extrusion. 
  • Synthesis of block copolymers and their assembly in solution to vesicles or use as surface aggregating compatibilizers in particles. 
  • Dynamic systems exhibiting reversible crosslinking of thermosets enabling recycling of elastomers  
  • Dielectric elastomer fibers for soft robotics and wearable systems 
  • Synthesis of bio-based polymers from renewable resources and their application in creating materials with improved mechanical properties and recyclability.
  • Chemical upgrading of recycled plastics and exploitation of waste as a resource in the preparation of new materials.

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Co-operations

Interested in a research collaboration?

We are always interested in discussing new opportunities for future research collaborations, so please feel free to contact Head of DPC, Professor Anne Ladegaard Skov or Associate Professor, Anders Egede Daugaard.

Contact

Anne Ladegaard Skov

Anne Ladegaard Skov Professor Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Phone: +45 45252825

Contact

Anders Egede Daugaard

Anders Egede Daugaard Associate Professor Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

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