Overview
Background
Clement Chan is a postdoctoral research fellow at the School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Queensland, Australia, where he obtained his PhD in 2019 with a focus on biocomposites. He is one of the key researchers in the Translational Polymer Research Group. His major research experience stretches across the full spectrum in biocomposites materials development, from manufacturing, in-service performance to end-of-life analysis. Currently, his research focus is on understanding the biodegradation and toxicological impacts of bioplastics and biocomposites in the environment. The outcomes of these research activities aim to address the global challenge of minimising waste, which generates benefits broadly to the community as part of a move towards a ‘zero waste’ and sustainable future.
Availability
- Dr Clement Chan is:
- Available for supervision
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Chemical Engineering, University of Minnesota
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Works
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2019
Journal Article
Understanding the effect of copolymer content on the processability and mechanical properties of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)/wood composites
Matthew Chan, Clement, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Ma, Yiming, Chen, Guo-Qiang, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2019). Understanding the effect of copolymer content on the processability and mechanical properties of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)/wood composites. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 124 105437, 105437. doi: 10.1016/j.compositesa.2019.05.005
2018
Journal Article
The morphology of crystallisation of PHBV/PHBV copolymer blends
Langford, Alexandra, Chan, Clement Matthew, Pratt, Steven, Garvey, Christopher J. and Laycock, Bronwyn (2018). The morphology of crystallisation of PHBV/PHBV copolymer blends. European Polymer Journal, 112, 104-119. doi: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2018.12.022
2018
Journal Article
Experimental data for extrusion processing and tensile properties of Poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) polymer and wood fibre reinforced PHBV biocomposites
Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Chan, Clement Matthew, Werker, Alan, Richardson, Des, Laycock, Bronwyn and Pratt, Steven (2018). Experimental data for extrusion processing and tensile properties of Poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) polymer and wood fibre reinforced PHBV biocomposites. Data in Brief, 22, 687-692. doi: 10.1016/j.dib.2018.12.084
2018
Journal Article
Mechanical properties of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate)/wood flour composites: effect of interface modifiers
Chan, Clement Matthew, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2018). Mechanical properties of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate)/wood flour composites: effect of interface modifiers. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 135 (43) 46828, 46828. doi: 10.1002/app.46828
2018
Journal Article
Mechanical and physical stability of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites (WPCs) under natural weathering
Chan, Clement Matthew, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan, Laycock, Bronwyn and Vandi, Luigi-Jules (2018). Mechanical and physical stability of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites (WPCs) under natural weathering. Polymer Testing, 73, 214-221. doi: 10.1016/j.polymertesting.2018.11.028
2018
Journal Article
Extrusion of wood fibre reinforced poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) biocomposites: Statistical analysis of the effect of processing conditions on mechanical performance
Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Chan, Clement Matthew, Werker, Alan, Richardson, Des, Laycock, Bronwyn and Pratt, Steven (2018). Extrusion of wood fibre reinforced poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) biocomposites: Statistical analysis of the effect of processing conditions on mechanical performance. Polymer Degradation and Stability, 159, 1-14. doi: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2018.10.015
2018
Journal Article
Wood-PHA composites: mapping opportunities
Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Chan, Clement, Werker, Alan, Richardson, Des, Laycock, Bronwyn and Pratt, Steven (2018). Wood-PHA composites: mapping opportunities. Polymers, 10 (7) 751, 751. doi: 10.3390/polym10070751
2017
Journal Article
Mechanical performance and long-term indoor stability of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites (WPCs) modified by non-reactive additives
Chan, Clement Matthew, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2017). Mechanical performance and long-term indoor stability of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites (WPCs) modified by non-reactive additives. European Polymer Journal, 98, 337-346. doi: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2017.11.041
2017
Journal Article
Mixed culture polyhydroxyalkanoate-rich biomass assessment and quality control using thermogravimetric measurement methods
Chan, Clement Matthew, Johansson, Peter, Magnusson, Per, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Arcos-Hernandez, Monica, Halley, Peter, Laycock, Bronwyn, Pratt, Steven and Werker, Alan (2017). Mixed culture polyhydroxyalkanoate-rich biomass assessment and quality control using thermogravimetric measurement methods. Polymer Degradation and Stability, 144, 110-120. doi: 10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2017.07.029
2017
Journal Article
Composites of wood and biodegradable thermoplastics: a review
Chan, Clement Matthew, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2017). Composites of wood and biodegradable thermoplastics: a review. Polymer Reviews, 58 (3), 444-494. doi: 10.1080/15583724.2017.1380039
2017
Conference Publication
Stability of polyhydroxyalkanaote (PHA)-based wood plastic composites upon UV sunlight exposure
Chan, Clement Matthew, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond E., Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2017). Stability of polyhydroxyalkanaote (PHA)-based wood plastic composites upon UV sunlight exposure. 2017 Fibre Value Chain Conference and Expo, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 14-16 November 2017. Melbourne, VIC, Australia: Appita.
2016
Journal Article
Processing and characterisation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites: effect of non-reactive additives
Chan, Clement, Vandi, Luigi-Jules, Pratt, Steven, Halley, Peter, Richardson, Desmond, Werker, Alan and Laycock, Bronwyn (2016). Processing and characterisation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites: effect of non-reactive additives. Appita Journal, 69 (4), 352-360.
2016
Conference Publication
Processing and characterisation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites: effect of non-reactive additives
Chan, C., Vandi, L., Pratt, S., Halley, P., Richardson, D., Werker, A. and Laycock, B. (2016). Processing and characterisation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based wood plastic composites: effect of non-reactive additives. Fibre Value Chain Conference and Expo 2016: Pulp and Paper Bioenergy Bioproducts, Rotorua, New Zealand, 12 - 14 October 2016. Appita.
2015
Journal Article
Epoxy toughening with low graphene loading
Park, Yong Tae, Qian, Yuqiang, Chan, Clement, Suh, Taewon, Nejhad, Mehrdad Ghasemi, Macosko, Christopher W. and Stein, Andreas (2015). Epoxy toughening with low graphene loading. Advanced Functional Materials, 25 (4), 575-585. doi: 10.1002/adfm.201402553
Supervision
Availability
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Green additives and fillers for environmentally benign biocomposites
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Professor Paul Lant, Professor Steven Pratt
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Doctor Philosophy
Fermentation process for the synthesis and anaerobic degradation of polyhydroxyalkanoates
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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Doctor Philosophy
Fermentation process for the synthesis and anaerobic degradation of polyhydroxyalkanoates
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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Doctor Philosophy
Evaluating and Accelerating Biodegradation of Next-generation Plastics and Biomaterials
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor William Clarke, Associate Professor Paul Jensen
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Doctor Philosophy
Rapid Switch for Plastics: Transitioning to a Zero-Waste Future
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Paul Lant, Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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Doctor Philosophy
Degradation of biodegradable plastics in aquatic environments
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Paul Lant, Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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Doctor Philosophy
Lifetimes of bioplastics in natural and engineered environments
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Paul Lant
Completed supervision
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Fermentation process for the synthesis and anaerobic degradation of polyhydroxyalkanoates
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Chemical Synthesis and Characterization of High Molecular Weight Polyhydroxyalkanoate-b-Polyhydroxyalkanoate Block Copolymers
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Steven Pratt, Professor Bronwyn Laycock
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