Bio-inspired cellulose nanofiber-reinforced soy protein resin adhesives with dopamine-induced codeposition of “water-resistant” interphases

Poor interface strength and water resistance are significant challenges in taking full advantage of the excellent performances of natural fiber-reinforced biopolymer composites. Herein, a mussel-inspired co-deposition process was developed to synthesize a nanostructured layer on the surface of cellulose nanofiber (CNF) with target water-resistant property and high adhesion strength of soy protein isolate (SPI)/CNF composite adhesives. Renewable...