The Technology Platform on Microencapsulation and Immobilization (TPMI), founded by Ana C. Marques, recently hosted a captivating workshop with a diverse international audience at Técnico-Lisboa
The workshop delved into the fascinating world of microcapsules and porous microspheres (MICROSCAF®), offering valuable insights into their fundamentals and applications across various industries. The speakers shared their expertise in encapsulating active materials in different branches, ranging from cork production and shoe adhesives to agricultural components and flavors in the food industry.
The workshop attendees had the unique opportunity to explore the intricacies of microencapsulation firsthand. In the afternoon sessions, the TPMI team guided the participants through the laboratories, showcasing the lab procedures involved in synthesizing microcapsules and microspheres.
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