LSPM

The Laboratory of Process and Materials Science (LSPM – UPR 3407 CNRS) conducts fundamental and applied research on the development, modeling, and multiscale characterization of advanced materials, in line with the priorities of the MaTerRE research network. Its work focuses on the design of materials with low environmental impact, including ceramics, polymers, metals, and composite materials, as well as the optimization of innovative processes such as additive manufacturing, rapid sintering, and laser processes, with the aim of reducing material and energy consumption. The laboratory has state-of-the-art experimental and digital tools for studying the thermal, mechanical, and structural properties of materials under extreme conditions, understanding their degradation mechanisms, and predicting their lifespan. It is also interested in materials for energy—storage, heat transfer, high-temperature resistance—as well as bio-based polymers and recycling strategies, which are essential for the ecological transition. All of these activities position the LSPM as a major player in the development of sustainable, responsible materials that are compatible with the energy efficiency challenges imposed by MaTerRE.