Joint research findings on cellulose nanofiber published in the U.S. scientific journal 'Science Advances'
DKS Co., Ltd. has successfully formed a novel plastic-like material from wood-derived cellulose nanofiber (CNF) through joint research with Osaka University, the University of Tokyo, and JAMSTEC. These results were published in the U.S. scientific journal 'Science Advances' on May 16, 2026.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: May 27, 2026 at 01:00
- 🔍 Collected: May 26, 2026 at 16:31
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 26, 2026 at 16:49 (17 min after Collected)
DKS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minami-ku, Kyoto; President: Naoki Yamaji), in collaboration with Osaka University, the University of Tokyo, and the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC), has successfully formed a novel plastic-like material from cellulose nanofiber (CNF), a wood-derived nano-fiber.
This research achievement was published in the U.S. scientific journal 'Science Advances' (online) at 3:00 a.m. (JST) on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
[Publication Details]
Title: “Thermoforming nanoparticle aggregates via interfacial ionic self-diffusion”
Authors: Shun Ishioka*, Yuki Hiromatsu, Jiaxin Peng, Taizo Kabe, Takaaki Kasuga, Kazuho Daicho, Yohsuke Goi, Noriyuki Isobe, Tetsuo Yamaguchi, Shuji Fujisawa, Hirotaka Koga, Tadahisa Iwata, Junichiro Shiomi, Masaya Nogi, Tsuguyuki Saito* (*Corresponding Author)
DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aeb3281
The company will continue to promote the development of materials and application technologies for natural origin materials, including cellulose nanofiber, to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
About DKS's CNF 'LeoCrysta'
CNF is a next-generation material that realizes carbon neutrality, made from cellulose, the main component of plants found everywhere, such as wood and grass. It is attracting attention as an environmentally friendly material that can contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as reducing greenhouse gases and the amount of plastic. DKS's CNF 'LeoCrysta®' can be used to prevent particle sedimentation and as a sprayable, non-drip gel. It can also form unique shapes, such as highly transparent, high-strength, and bendable films. DKS is advancing development by leveraging the characteristics of CNF and providing products that meet the needs of society, thereby contributing to a sustainable society.
This research achievement was published in the U.S. scientific journal 'Science Advances' (online) at 3:00 a.m. (JST) on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
[Publication Details]
Title: “Thermoforming nanoparticle aggregates via interfacial ionic self-diffusion”
Authors: Shun Ishioka*, Yuki Hiromatsu, Jiaxin Peng, Taizo Kabe, Takaaki Kasuga, Kazuho Daicho, Yohsuke Goi, Noriyuki Isobe, Tetsuo Yamaguchi, Shuji Fujisawa, Hirotaka Koga, Tadahisa Iwata, Junichiro Shiomi, Masaya Nogi, Tsuguyuki Saito* (*Corresponding Author)
DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aeb3281
The company will continue to promote the development of materials and application technologies for natural origin materials, including cellulose nanofiber, to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
About DKS's CNF 'LeoCrysta'
CNF is a next-generation material that realizes carbon neutrality, made from cellulose, the main component of plants found everywhere, such as wood and grass. It is attracting attention as an environmentally friendly material that can contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as reducing greenhouse gases and the amount of plastic. DKS's CNF 'LeoCrysta®' can be used to prevent particle sedimentation and as a sprayable, non-drip gel. It can also form unique shapes, such as highly transparent, high-strength, and bendable films. DKS is advancing development by leveraging the characteristics of CNF and providing products that meet the needs of society, thereby contributing to a sustainable society.
FAQ
第一工業製薬が共同研究で開発した新材料は何ですか？
木材由来のナノ繊維であるセルロースナノファイバー(CNF)から形成された、新奇なプラスチック様材料です。
この研究成果はどこで発表されましたか？
2026年5月16日（日本時間）に、米国科学誌『Science Advances』（オンライン）に掲載されました。
共同研究のパートナーはどこですか？
大阪大学、東京大学、海洋研究開発機構との共同研究です。
第一工業製薬のCNF製品「レオクリスタ」の特徴は何ですか？
微粒子の沈降防止やタレないゲルとして利用可能で、高透明性、高強度、かつ折り曲げ可能な皮膜を形成できる特徴があります。
この技術はどのような社会目標に貢献しますか？
温室効果ガスやプラスチック量の削減など、持続可能な開発目標(SDGs)の実現に貢献します。