Laboratory for Characterization and Processing of Polymer Materials (LCPP)

Our research spans the full spectrum of material development – from in-depth physico-chemical studies of natural and synthetic polymers, their modification and functionalization, to analysis of processing parameters and their influence on material properties and performance. In doing so, we build a vital bridge between science and application. 

We focus on creating smart, multifunctional, and sustainability-oriented polymers and composites, applied across several key fields: 

• Bioactive and biodegradable packaging that extends shelf life and reduces environmental impact. 

• Medical applications including advanced textiles and polymer-based devices such as catheters, stents, artificial joints, protective masks, and wound dressings. 

• Technical and engineering materials with properties like flame resistance, conductivity, self-cleaning ability, and durability under extreme conditions. The latter are based on the horizontal integration of nanotechnologies and biotechnologies as well as the integration and development of advanced circular concepts and sustainability. 

A significant part of our work is dedicated to the development of next-generation functional textiles, featuring UV protection, antibacterial activity, moisture resistance, mechanical durability, and smart features for wearable technologies. These materials are applied in healthcare, sports, agriculture, military, and industrial sectors. 

Members of the LCPP participate in the implementation of the pedagogical process within the Chair of Textile Materials and Design and transfer knowledge to students in the fields of advanced textile materials and composites, as well as production and processing technologies.

In addition to educating students, we are actively involved in the implementation of lifelong education and professional training for employees in textile companies. We are also extremely active in the field of education and training of doctoral students.

Activities in this area could be divided into 4 areas or topics:

At LCPP, we cooperate with the economic environment at various levels. We provide professional support to companies, carry out analyses, testing materials and products, prepare expert opinions, studies and transfer our knowledge into industrial practice.

The majority of services for companies are focused on the analysis and testing of textile materials, namely fibers, yarns and flat textiles (fabrics, knitwear and non-woven textiles) in accordance with the applicable SIST EN ISO, ASTM or DIN standards.

In addition to the above, we also perform:

• textile pretreatment processes (alkaline, acid, mercerization, optical, chemical bleaching),
• advanced finishing processes (environmentally friendly finishing processes to achieve: fire resistance, antimicrobiality, conductivity, hydrophilicity, etc.),
• identification of damage to textile materials
• analyses of surface properties of polymeric materials using electrokinetic and dynamic methods,
• determination of hydrophilic/hydrophobic properties of plastic materials (determination of contact angle, determination of free surface energy and stress),
• Identification of accessible functional groups of oriented polymers using titration methods.
• Understanding the interactions and improvement of adhesion in the application of specific agents to different materials (polymeric, inorganic and composites)

A detailed list of the analyses we perform can be found here: OFFER OF ANALYSES/SERVICES.