Student turns discarded wood into insulation for beverage coolers | TheBriefWire
Student turns discarded wood into insulation for beverage coolers
Published 31 July 2026 ยท science
Quazeem Tiamiyu developed safe insulation from wood fiber for beverage coolers. This bio-based component offers an environmentally friendly alternative to toxic polyurethane foam. His innovation
Quazeem Tiamiyu developed safe insulation from wood fiber for beverage coolers. This bio-based component offers an environmentally friendly alternative to toxic polyurethane foam. His innovation utilizes cellulose nanofibrils and wood flour as binders and stabilizers. The new foam demonstrates comparable thermal conductivity to conventional insulation materials. Researchers are working to enhance durability and explore new manufacturing possibilities.