Mohini Sain
Key Research Areas
- Manufacturing processes and products
- Materials science and technology
- Chemical engineering
- Rheology and processing
- Materials structure, properties and testing
- Wood, wood products and paper
- Biopolymers
- Construction, urban and rural planning
- Design and manufacturing
- Energy resources
- Engineering
- Materials performance
- Polymer chemistry
- Polymers, rubber and plastics
- Advanced manufacturing
- Fertility of soils
- Fibres and textiles
- Forest engineering
- Forestry (silviculture, forest management)
- Consumer goods
- Biomaterials
- Materials processing
- Construction, transportation and communications
- Materials sciences
- Composites
- Natural products
- Natural resources (economic aspects)
- Northern development
- Oil, gas and coal
- Organic chemistry
- Soil science
- Polymers and coatings
- Earth science
- Earth sciences
- Earth science (see also marine geology 4604)
- Wood science and engineering
- Energy resources (including production, exploration, processing, distribution and use)
- Reaction fundamentals and reactor design
Associated Researchers
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sain, Mohini
University of Toronto -
Kortschot, Mark
University of Toronto -
Singh, Chandra Veer
University of Toronto -
Yan, Ning
University of Toronto -
Farnood, Ramin
University of Toronto -
Maev, Roman
University of Windsor -
Chin, Ya-Huei Cathy
University of Toronto -
Chin, Ya-Huei (Cathy
University of Toronto -
Chin, Ya-Huei (Cathy) YHC
University of Toronto -
GAUVIN, Raynald
McGill University -
GAUVIN, Raynald R
McGill University -
Singh, Chandra Veer CV
University of Toronto -
Krigstin, Sally
University of Toronto -
Koubaa, Ahmed
Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue -
Riedl, Bernard
Laval University -
Bates, Philip
Royal Military College -
Carreau, Pierre
Polytechnique Montréal -
Heuzey, Marie-Claude
Polytechnique Montréal -
Hubert, Pascal
McGill University -
Kamal, Musa
McGill University -
Kontopoulou, Marianna
Queen's University -
Park, Chul
University of Toronto -
Chin, YaHuei(Cathy
University of Toronto -
Herrera, Jose
Western University -
Mims, Charles
University of Toronto -
Perovic, Doug
University of Toronto -
Naguib, Hani
University of Toronto -
Heuzey, MarieClaude
Polytechnique Montréal -
Ajji, Abdellah
Polytechnique Montréal -
AJJI, Abdellah
Polytechnique Montréal -
Chen, Pu
University of Waterloo -
Dalai, Ajay
University of Saskatchewan -
Derdouri, Abdessalem
Polytechnique Montréal -
Deschênes, Louise
Polytechnique Montréal -
Favis, Basil
Polytechnique Montréal -
Feng, James
University of British Columbia -
Hoemann, Caroline
Polytechnique Montréal -
Huneault, Michel
Université de Sherbrooke -
Maric, Milan
McGill University -
Mohanty, Amar
University of Guelph -
Mohanty, Amar Kumar
University of Guelph -
Sundararaj, Uttandaraman
University of Alberta -
Brouillette, François
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières -
Brumer, Harry
University of British Columbia -
Choi, Phillip
University of Alberta -
Chui, Ying Hei
University of New Brunswick -
Englezos, Peter
University of British Columbia -
Gates, Derek
University of British Columbia -
Gray, Derek
McGill University -
Hatzikiriakos, Savvas
University of British Columbia -
Hatzikiriakos, Savvas G
University of British Columbia -
Hill, Reghan
McGill University -
Lee, Hung
University of Guelph -
Marchessault, Robert
McGill University -
Martinez, Mark
University of British Columbia -
Montplaisir, Daniel
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières -
Ni, Yonghao
University of New Brunswick -
Olson, James
University of British Columbia -
Pelton, Robert
McMaster University -
Robert, Sylvain
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières -
Servio, Phillip
McGill University -
vandeVen, Theodorus
McGill University -
VandeVen, Theodorus
McGill University -
Briens, Cedric
Western University -
D'Amours, Sophie
Laval University -
Mi, Zetian
McGill University -
Xiao, Huining
University of New Brunswick -
Daneault, Claude
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières -
Eic, Mladen
University of New Brunswick -
Howe, Jane
University of Toronto -
Abbatt, Jonathan
University of Toronto -
Basiliko, Nathan
University of Toronto -
Caspersen, John
University of Toronto -
Murphy, Jennifer
University of Toronto -
Smith, Sandy
University of Toronto -
Thomas, Sean
University of Toronto -
Thomson, Murray
University of Toronto -
Brenan, James
University of Toronto -
Davis, Donald
University of Toronto -
Ferris, Grant
University of Toronto -
Hamilton, Michael
University of Toronto -
Kesler, Olivera
University of Toronto -
Mungall, James
University of Toronto -
Papangelakis, Vladimiros
University of Toronto -
Sleep, Brent
University of Toronto -
Spooner, Edward
University of Toronto
Associated Organizations
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Bayview Flowers (Jordan Station)
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Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
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Ford Motor Co of Canada
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FPInnovations
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Alliance Surface Finishing
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MCM 2001
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Myers Canada Operations
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ShawCor
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Suncor Energy
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Windsor Rubber Processing
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Canadian General Tower
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Art Mould Plastics
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Hutchinson Aerospace & Industry
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OCE
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Swissplas
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Cascades Canada
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Abitibi-Consolidated
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Alberta Innovates - Technology Futures
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Alberta Research Council
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Flakeboard Company
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Forintek Canada Corp
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Molo Design
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Pulp and Paper Research Institute of Canada
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S.C. Johnson & Son
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Tembec
Recent Research Projects
Design, manufacturing and process integration of nano-structured carbon enhanced lightweight composites
2017/18-2019/20 • $1,000,000 • PI,CO
Lightweighting is the determining factor in selecting the best material for an application among different choices. It is especially important for transport industries, where weight directly influences energy requirements and fuel consumption. Synthetic or natural fibres have been used to...
Production of polyoxymethylene dimethyl ethers (OME) from sustainable feedstocks
2019/20 • $162,000 • PI,CO
One of the Grand Challenges faced by Canadian energy and petrochemical industry is the need of large scale, commercially deployable technology for synthesizing renewable liquid energy carriers. Through this project, researchers from a broad discipline across the Universities, North-American...
Functional Biocarbon Nanomaterials from Biomass
2017/18-2019/20 • $99,000 • PI
Carbon materials have been used in wide range of applications extending from carbon black fillers to super conductive materials and extremely strong carbon fibres. Carbon materials can be used as a filler, reinforcing agent, or conductive material in composites for automotive parts, electronic...
Nano-cellulose simulation and sample development for architectural application
2018/19 • $25,000 • PI
Millworks Custom Manufacturing (MCM) is a Toronto based custom manufacturer who for thirty years has*been contributing to the growth of the city of Toronto and the AEC industry of North America. Presently,*MCM constructs its projects using conventionally available materials that end their useful...
Design and manufacturing of direct mirco- and long-fibre lightweight composites
2013/14-2017/18 • $2,513,500 • PI,CO
The automotive industry is one of the core markets for long-fibre thermoplastic (LFT) composites because oftheir inherent advantages such as weight-effectiveness, structural dimensional stability, high strength, enhancedmodulus, superior creep resistance, and heat resistance. There is always...
Functional Bio-nanocomposites: Chemi-mechanical and Morphological Attributes
2012/13-2016/17 • $205,000 • PI
Isolation and application of cellulose nano and microfibrils in various research and advanced technological applications are expanding rapidly due to their environmental benefits and specific functional properties, especially in nanomaterial science. The tensile modulus of elasticity of native...
A versatile, multifunctional system for full characterizations of reaction intermediates and pathways for sustainable synthesis of smart materials and value-added chemicals
2015/16 • $141,128 • PI,CO
<p>The versatile, multifunctional system for capturing reaction intermediates will support multiple existing and emerging research programs in the area of smart material discovery and applications, heterogeneous catalysis for fuel and chemical synthesis, next generation technology for bio-fuel...
Composite pipe: Glass fiber and polymer interfacial shear strength & surface energy characterizations
2015/16 • $25,000 • PI
Using large diameter pipes over long distances to carry fluids is a common material transportation method for oil and other related industries. Steel pipes have been conventionally used for this purpose; however, corrosive environments sometimes make it extremely difficult to use steel pipes...
Automobile of the 21st Century/L'automobile du XXIe siècle
2012/13-2014/15 • $13,487,000 • PI,CO
No summary
NSERC Green Fibre Network
2010/11-2014/15 • $6,163,569 • PI,CO
The Canadian Forest Industry is struggling for its survival. Traditional markets of printing grades, the major part of Canadian Pulp and Paper Production, are dwindling and are unlikely to regain profitability in the future. For a renewal of the Canadian Forest Industry, revolutionary changes...
NSERC network for innovative plastic materials and manufacturing processes (NIPMMP)
2010/11-2014/15 • $4,587,900 • PI,CO
No summary
Commercialization of the technology on the manufacture of biopanels from rice straw and digestate using green adhesives
2013/14-2014/15 • $131,250 • PI
No summary
Exterior and interior components for green buildings
2010/11-2013/14 • $360,000 • PI,CO
Non-structural and semi-structural components make up a significant part of any building, and to a large extent, determine the environmental performance and impact of the structure during its lifecycle. In recent years, climate change issues have forced regulators to assess the various...
Introduction of pulp and paper biomass derived nanocellulose fibers into powder based clear coat
2013/14 • $25,000 • PI
The goal of this project is to use nanocellulosic fiber derived from pulp and paper biomass, as an additive in of 1-2wt%, to enhance the properties of plastic powder clearcoats; durability, wear resistance and appearance will be the focus. Such properties are resultant within current practices...
Development of railroad track bed-ties form recycled tires
2013/14 • $25,000 • PI
The conventional railroad ties always have lifetime problems and there are few options available for reusing or recycling. Alternative products with longer lifetime and better properties are therefore becoming increasingly important by railroad operators. On the other hand, the increasing amount...
Multi-gas surface area and pore size analysis system for characterization of micro- and nano-porosity of biochar and other biomaterials
2012/13 • $37,100 • PI,CO
This proposal requests funds for the purchase of a state-of-the-art system for characterization of surface area and pore size characteristics of biomaterials. Three major research groups will use this instrument: a primary group focused on applications to pyrolyzed biomass ("biochar"), a second...
Development of a biodegradable/compostable biocontainer from digestate of anaerobic digester
2012/13 • $25,000 • PI
Biocontainers, such as biodegradable pots are containers that are easily returned to natural cycles and also surpass regular plastics in the manufacturing process. The advantage of a biodegradable pot is that they can be planted along with the growing medium and the seedling, without impeding...
Automobile of the 21st Century/L'automobile du XXIe siècle
2010/11-2011/12 • $8,700,000 • PI,CO
No summary
Novel energy efficient production of micro-and nano-cellulosic fibres and understanding their coalescence and dispersion mechanism
2010/11-2011/12 • $64,080 • PI
No summary
analytical electron microscope (asem) for research and training in textural and chemical analysis
2010/11 • $143,000 • PI,CO
Detailed chemical and textural analysis of synthetic and natural samples is central to the development of advanced engineered materials as well as to our understanding of the Earth and terrestrial planets. The electron microscope is one of a family of modern instruments used to provide this...
Development of bio-based products for automotive interior trim converstock and coated fabrics
2010/11 • $87,270 • PI
The plastic processing industry is one of Canada's key industrial sectors. It is well aiming to reduce its dependency on fossil fuel based plastic and actively researching on renewable resources consistent with the concept of sustainable development and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. In order...
Value-added utilization of pulp and paper sludge for binderless fibreboard manufacturing
2010/11 • $74,494 • PI,CO
BACKGROUND: The declining fibre supply and rising fibre costs in recent years has forced the panel industry in Canada to seek for non-traditional fibre resource including fibre residues as potential source. Sludge is the final solid waste recovered from the wastewater treatment processes in pulp...
Development of Compostable pots for horticulture supply industry
2010/11 • $25,000 • PI,CO
Growing public awareness of global climate change has resulted in increasing consumer demand for green alternatives. This has created a largely unexploited opportunity in the market place. Myers Industries Inc. is an international manufacturer of plastic and rubber products serving industrial,...
Modification and cost reduction of thermoplastic resins used in consumer and construction products
2010/11 • $24,902 • PI
This research collaboration will test the viability of using a modified papermill sludge product that was developed at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Forestry, in the manufacture of products used for consumer packaging and re-inforced concrete industry. The benefits of using this material...