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Performance Agreement to Support Innovationin Higher Education
Science, Technology and Innovationfor the Bioeconomy
Program funded by MECESUP - Ministry of Education
• Chile• The Bio-Bio region• Universidad de Concepcion• The Bioeconomy Programme• Biomass in Chile• Some R&D capabilities
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The country
Chile4,300 km long from north to south
Concepción
Modified from CIA World Factbook 2015.
Distribution of Chilean Exports
Chile
The Bio-Bio Region
Bio Bio Region
2 million inhabitants37,000 sq. kilometresCapital city: Concepción (ProChile, 2013).
Bio Bio Region
Chile´s most industrialised regionHome of traditional manufacturing
SteelCoal
Textiles
PotteryL. America´s 2nd hydroelectric power plant
Bio Bio Region
Birthplace of rock music in Chie, with a vibrant cultural scene. We also enjoy football.
Export distribution of the region of Bío-Bío
Source: http://inebiobio.cl
Bio Bio Region
Forestry70%
Manufacturing11%
Fishery10%
Agriculture & Farming 7%
Other exports2%
Universidad de Concepción
Universidad de ConcepciónCurrently ranks 17th in Latin America (QS
2015)
4th in the country
1st outside the capital region
The university has 3 campuses
in Concepción, Chillán
and Los Ángeles.
Undergraduate courses• 24.140 students • 91 careers
Postgrade courses• 2.180 Students in Masters and Doctoral
level programs• 58 Master Programs• 28 Doctoral Programs
Faculties (19)
Centers (10)
CB (Center of Biotechnology) UDT (Technological Development Unit)
Universidad de ConcepciónCenter of Biotechnology
• Conducts research in Biotechnology Renewable Resources
• Mission: To promote and participate in the development and use of biotechnology as a social and economical tool for Chile.
• Surface area: 3,000 m2 (35,800 ft2).
• Human capital:• 27 PhD.• 8 administrative staff.• 26 technicians.• 90 undergraduate and graduate
students.
Universidad de Concepción Technological Development Unit
• Center for R & D + i in forest biorefineries.
• Mission: To contribute to the development of Chile through the creation of scientific knowledge and technological innovations in the field of forest biorefinery.
• Surface area: 5,557 m2 (59,815 ft2).
• Human capital:• 6 main researchers.• 21 associate researchers.• 91 professionals and technicians.
The Bioeconomy Programme
ChileEvolution of Competitiveness ranking
Source: 2015, Universidad Adolfo Ibañez according to WEF data.
Biomass in Chile
ChileForestry sector
2.39 million hectares of forest plantations, mainly Pine (P. radiata 1,481 ha) and Eucalyptus (E. globulus 523.530 ha. ; and E. nitens 216,830 ha.) (INFOR, 2011).
ChileForestry sector
Source: INFOR, MINE.
Industrial production
Industrial production (x 1000) 2012
Chemical pulp (ton) 4.632
Mechanical pulp(ton) 449
Firewood (m3 ssc) 9.799
Timberwood (m3) 7.160
Boards and panels (m3) 2.619
Wood and Biomass [Tera Joule] 371.695
* Firewood and biomass corresponds to 28% of total primary energy in the country.
ChileAgricultural Sector
In 2012-13, cultivated area for crops reached 734,554 hectares. Fruit crops area reached 300,061 hectares (PASO, 2012).
VALUE PYRAMID IN THE BIOECONOMY
• New products and materials.
• Fossil fuels replacement.
• Job creation and regional development.
• Energy security.
• Reduction of carbon footprint.
• Positive perception by society.
BiofuelsENERGY
New materialsPOLYMERS
NutraceuticalsMEDICINE
Chemical productsFINE CHEMISTRY
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Why Bioeconomy?
Biomass
• To position the University of Concepcion as a global leader
in bioeconomy-based innovation by strengthening its
scientific, technological, managerial and technology transfer
related capabilities, through collaborative networks with
public and private organisations, in Chile and abroad.
Performance AgreementMain Objective
Appendixes
Desired property
Environmental properties
Physical / mechanical properties
High value compounds /
chemicals
Biomass component
Cellulose
Biomass sourceDev. Platform
Nanofibers
Nanocrystals Forest
Forest / Agricultural
residues
Microalgae
Macroalgae
Functional polymers Hemicellulose
Fuels
Fine chemicals
Lignin
Nutraceuticals
Construction materials
Thickeners
Packaging
Extractables
Nanoparticles
Foams
Hidrogels
Biological properties
Energetic properties
Potential applications Usability
Biodegradability
New / Improved materials
Hydrophobic / phyllic
Biocidal
Health / Wellness
Microemulsions
Mineral processing
Pharmaceuticals
Cosmetics
Biorremediation / filters
Adsorption /Absorption
Direct combustion
Electrochemistry
Biofuels
Solar panels
Functional foods
“Niche materials”
R&D Capabilities (work in progress)
Technology TransferBusiness Case: Licensing
Problem / opportunity addressed
• The phenol formaldehyde resins are massively used as an adhesive in the manufacture of OSB (Oriented Strand Board) and plywood.
• These resins are toxic and harmful to health, and the price rises steadily, in the case of phenol.
R & D results
• Conceptual and basic engineering of discontinuous industrial plant. • Demonstrative methanolic and aqueous extractions at laboratory and pilot plant
scale• Characterization of bark and extracts.• Resin formulations for next generation application as adhesives for wood panels.• National patents registration number 46359 (2010) and 48761 (2012).
Extraction of pine bark polyphenols
Technology TransferBusiness Case: Licensing
Market• In Chile the production of OSB board and plywood is 250,000
m³ / year and 1,200,000 m³ / year, respectively (INFOR, 2010), generating a phenol-formaldehyde adhesive resins requirement of about 23,000 ton / year.
• The global market of phenol-formaldehyde has a compound annual growth rate equal to 12.1%, projected to reach 16 million tonnes by 2016 (Reportlinker, 2012).
Technology Transfer Model • Development of technology package for licensing to companies
interested in implementing the technology.• Licensing of technology in Chile and then to other market for
which samples of foreign forest species are being tested.
(IHS Chemical, 2011)http://www.ihs.com/products/chemical/planning/ceh/
phenolic-resins.aspx
World Consumption of Phenolic Resins 2010
Extraction of pine bark polyphenols
Problem / opportunity addressed• Plant organism transplantation causes significant loss of
plant biomass (1.25 [m³ / ha, on average for pine and eucalyptus plantations).
• Death of plants varies between 4% and 6% for forest tree species.
R & D results • R & D Project: Development of a compound for the
manufacture of biodegradable containers (forest cells).• Cell design validated for Pinus radiata, pellets of the
biodegradable material and operational parameters for the injection of the material.
• National patent application (02849-2007).
Technology TransferBusiness Case: Spin off
Biodegradable plastics
Market• In Chile there are over 2 million hectares for forest plantation (pine and
eucalyptus) (INFOR, CORMA, 2011). In USA, China and Canada there are over 40 million hectares, especially for forest plantations (FAO, 2011).
• The annual demand for cells in Chile is close to 20 million units, while in Canada and Brazil, the demand greatly exceeds 250 and 80 million units annually (Forest Enterprise, 2012).
Technology Transfer Model • Creation of “Plastic Projects LLC” Spin Off and licensing of
biodegradable material for cell manufacturing.• Business contacts and delivery of samples to nurseries in Brazil to
conduct tests in eucalyptus.
Technology TransferBusiness Case: Spin off
Biodegradable plastics
Technology TransferBusiness Case: Consortium
Problem / opportunity addressed• Fouling present in plastic nets used for salmon
farming causes high stress in fish, affecting production.
• The use of copper mesh in salmon farming in Chile improves productivity, health aspects and operations in the culture sites.
R & D results• R & D Project: Development of copper circular alloy
cages, submersibles, more productive, and eco-friendly.
Salmon cages
Technology TransferConsorcio
Market• In Chile there are 726 centers in lakes and sea water
(SalmonChile, 2013).• The antifouling market is $ 20 million USD. Annual
approximately (Quipasur, 2013).• It is estimated that the potential market for this type of
system will mean increase in the worldwide copper demand of over 300 thousand tons per year (Codelco, 2012).
Technology Transfer Model • Creating "EcoSea" Technology Consortium led by the
University of Concepción, with Codelco, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile Foundation and Sitecna.
Salmon cagesBusiness Case: Consortium
Energy products
Densification of low value residual biomass into biofuels
High value products from bio-oil
Gasification: TRL 2HTC: TRL 4
Organic acids: TRL 4
2nd generation liquid biofuelsBioethanol: TRL 5Biodiesel: TRL 5
Pelletization: TRL 7Torrefaction: TRL 6Flash pyrolysis: TRL 6
Research lines and examples of technologies (1/4)
Bio based materials
Composite materials: nano-scale barrier compounds
Composite materials: Wood-plastic compounds
PP + nanoclay: TRL 8PET + nanoclay: TRL 5Rubber recycling: TRL 2
Composite materials: anti-bacterial nano-scale compounds Nano-copper + PVC : TRL 5Nano-copper + filaments: TRL 6
Injected: TRL 8Extruded: TRL 8
Biodegradable materialsFilms: TRL 7Flexible Packaging: TRL 7Containers: TRL 8Algae-based plastics: TRL 6Manufactured seed: 2
Research lines and examples of technologies (2/4)
Environmental technologies
Valorization of waste from pulp industry
Valorization of waste from energy industry Biomass ashes for soil treatment: TRL 7Applications of coal ashes: TRL 1
Dregs & Grits for residual water treatment: TRL 4D&G for soil enhancement: TRL 7Sludge for soil enhancement: TRL: 6
Moss-based pollutant monitoring Moss bag technique for air and water purification : TRL 1
Research lines and examples of technologies (3/4)
Green chemistry
Bark polyphenols
Cellulosic derivatives
Tannin-based adhesive: TRL 7Continous extraction of tannins: TRL 6
Extraction of lignin Organosolv lignin: TRL 5Lignin-based adhesives: TRL 4
Fiber-resin combinations: TRL 5Microfibrillated cellulose: TRL 6Cellulose nanocrystals: TRL 2Wood thermal treatments: TRL 4Fast Wood petrification: TRL 8
Fine chemicalsLignocellulosic acetilation: TRL 5Antioxidants from residues: TRL 5Oils for nutraceuticals: TRL 6Turpentines for pharmaceuticals: TRL 7
Research lines and examples of technologies (4/4)
Program funded by MECESUP - Ministry of Education
Performance Agreement to Support Innovationin Higher Education
Science, Technology and Innovationfor the Bioeconomy
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