Newsletter | Overview

Each newsletter is dedicated to a special focus topic in the field of microencapsulation, which TPM members can determine themselves. In addition, we offer a members' corner, current event information and the latest information on microencapsulation. We present fascinating news, groundbreaking developments and introduce current Fraunhofer projects.

Newsletter 2023

1. Microcapsules with nanocomposite walls
2. Agricultural applications of microcapsules
3. Trends in microencapsulation updated

Newsletter 2022

1. Microencapsulation of water-soluble components
2. Are multilayer shells advantageous?
3. Microencapsulation with plant based proteins

Newsletter 2021

1. Inorganic capsule walls
2. Microcapsules for smart coatings
3. Trends in microencapsulation updated

Newsletter 2020

1. Thermoplastic processing (compounding) of microcapsules
2. Encapsulation of biological materials
3. Biodegradable materials and technologies for microencapsulation

Newsletter 2019

1. Encapsulation of solid materials
2. Microencapsulation for agrochemicals
3. Microcapsules for textile applications

Newsletter 2018

1. Trends in microencapsulation (update)
2. Microcapsules for paint applications
3. Personal care applications

Newsletter 2017

1. Deposition of microcapsules and microparticles onto substrates
2. Microencapsulation of reactive components
3. (Targeted) delivery with inexpensive materials

Newsletter 2016

1. Trends in microencapsulation – updated
2. Microcapsules in agriculture
3. Microencapsulation on production scale

Newsletter 2015

1. Trends in microencapsulation – continued
2. Barrier properties of microcapsule walls
3. Impact of microcapsules and microparticles on the environment

Newsletter 2014

1. Functionalization and characterization of microcapsule surface properties
2. Triggered release of microcapsule content – update
3. Highlights of new market studies and trends in microencapsulation

Newsletter 2013

1. Trends in microencapsulation
2. Triggered release of microcapsule content
3. Mechanical stability of microcapsules incl. interview with Prof. Zhang

Newsletter 2012

1. Basic patent knowledge, patent screening and monitoring – case TPM patent update
2. Freedom to operate – blackspot analyses
3. Information database for microencapsulation

Newsletter 2011

1. Mechanical stability of microcapsules and ways of evaluating the mechanical stability
2. Asian research activities. Which company and which research facility is working in which field of microencapsulation?
3. Thermally and mechanically stable microcapsules for polymer processing
   

Newsletter 2010

1. Detailed description about encapsulation of food ingredients
2. Microencapsulation of solid particles
3. Main triggering systems to release microencapsulated active agents or additives