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Welcome to the WoodCAST. My name is Max and I am a senior scientist at the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources at BOKU University in Vienna, Austria. The WoodCAST deals with all things related to wood and natural materials. Together with graduates of BOKU University, I talk about the degree programme and career prospects. Together with leading minds from research and industry, I p... more

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Max
Senior scientist at the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Englisch sprachige Folgen

    Leider sind die Englisch sprachigen Folgen in der Tonqualität so minder, dass ich diese im Auto nicht vollständig hören konnte - sehr schade! Auch muss ich sagen war ich von der Kommunikationfähigkeit der Amerikanischen Kollegen überrascht - an sich haben sie den Ruf gut reden zu können…. also hier sind wir ihnen nicht nur technologisch voraus😃

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    Alfred Paolo
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  • Top!

    Sehr interessanter und gut gemachter Podcast!!

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    siral1000
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  • toll

    Super Sache und immer sehr interessant!

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    johnlennon79
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Prof. Sandak: Giving life to our buildings with Engineered Living Materials
Q: What advice do you have for young researchers about optimizing their learning time or career?
Sandak emphasizes the importance of choosing research topics that genuinely interest them to find the motivation necessary for deep inquiry and sustained effort.
Prof. Sandak: Giving life to our buildings with Engineered Living Materials
Q: How do you prevent these fungi from degrading the material they are supposed to protect?
Sandak states they provide easy sources of nutrients for fungi to consume, preventing them from degrading the substrate they are meant to protect.
Prof. Sandak: Giving life to our buildings with Engineered Living Materials
Q: What would be the benchmark for this new bioactive living coating system compared to other materials?
Sandak mentions they compare their materials against commercial coatings and aim to achieve similar or improved protective qualities while retaining sustainability benefits.
Prof. Sandak: Giving life to our buildings with Engineered Living Materials
Q: How do you evaluate the bio-based performance of the things you do?
Sandak explains that they use multi-sensor and multi-scale measurements to assess the bio-based performance of materials, highlighting a holistic approach to their evaluation.
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Q: Wie schätzt du die heutige Innovationsführerschaft Europas in der Holzindustrie ein?
Europa ist in der Holzindustrie innovationsführend, aber muss weiterhin in die Forschung investieren, um dies zu erhalten.

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The content explores a wide range of topics related to wood and natural materials, emphasizing sustainability, technological innovations, and career opportunities in these fields. Engaging conversations with academics and industry professionals aim to bridge the gap between research and practical applications, showcasing the current trends and future directions of wood technology. Noteworthy discussions cover subjects such as engineered materials, bioeconomy, and the societal impacts of forestry management, making it a valuable resource for those interested in sustainable practices and the evolving wood industry.

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