Research
Type of research
The Linnaeus Competence Center Hemp focuses its research on applied science, building on fundamental research to create practical, real-world solutions. The institute acts as a bridge between academic knowledge and industrial implementation.
Its primary goal is to translate scientific findings into tangible, market-oriented applications that promote the sustainable use of Cannabis sativa L. in production, material innovation, and circular economy processes.
As part of an expanding corporate network for bioeconomic value creation through hemp, the Center functions as a key research and development hub. It addresses questions related to knowledge transfer, the scaling of new technologies, and the integration of hemp into existing industrial systems.
Research approach
The Linnaeus Competence Center Hemp pursues an interdisciplinary research approach that combines scientific, technological, and economic perspectives. Its research activities are structured around several key areas:
Material Science and Product Innovation
Development and characterization of hemp-based materials, including composites, biopolymers, textiles, and sustainable construction applications.
Agricultural Science and Plant Physiology
Optimization of cultivation methods, varietal research, and adaptation to climatic conditions within sustainable and circular farming systems.
Bioeconomic Value Creation and Circular Processes
Analysis of the entire value chain from plant to product, including the reintegration of by-products and the design of closed-loop systems.
Regulation and Sustainability Assessment
Research on quality standards, regulatory frameworks, and environmental and economic impact assessments.
Through these research fields, the Center contributes to the advancement of a sustainable and innovation-driven hemp economy, in close collaboration with partners from academia, industry, and policymaking.