Judith Thornton
Researcher at Aberystwyth University specializing in plant-based insulation and biomass crops such as miscanthus, focusing on breeding and material performance (biodegradability, perennial crops and building applications).
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Jun 13, 2019 • 1h 13min
Growing the perfect insulation - Judith Thornton - BS005
Judith Thornton, a researcher at Aberystwyth University focused on plant-based insulation and miscanthus breeding. She discusses breeding perennials for durable stems, preventing biodegradation in natural insulators, the world’s first miscanthus-baled house, and matching plant traits to building needs. Short, science-led takes on materials, moisture risks, and designing crops for construction.
