Synthesis Technologies

Mechanochemistry and accelerated aging are solid-state synthetic approaches, which help avoid or minimize the use of solvents in chemical processing. This allows us to avoid the hazards and waste related to heating and recycling of solvents, leading to greener and safer chemical reactions.

SynTe group research explores how to use these solid-state methods to efficiently make and modify insoluble materials, such as cellulose, synthetic polymers and pigments, which require harsh reaction conditions and toxic solvents to bring into solution.

Our research focus is on:

• Solvent-free modification of cellulose nanomaterials
• Enzymatic transformation of biological and synthetic polymers
• Green organic synthesis

Open positions at SynTe

PhD Students: Open position Doctoral Researcher, Solid-state enzymatic conversion of biomass | Aalto University
We are looking for a PhD student to develop enzymatic solvent-free processes for material synthesis. Prior experience in enzymatic catalysis, cellulose chemistry, and/or mechanochemistry is highly valued in the choice of the candidate.
Call open until 26.04.2026.
NB! Applications sent via email will not be considered; only submissions through the online recruitment system are accepted (link above). 

PostDoc: No funded positions at the moment. However, if you are interested in applying for your own research funding and want to work in our group, contact Sandra.