Our task is to teach and to do research in the field of pulping technology. Out activities cover all aspects of chemical fibre making not only out of wood but all raw materials containing fibres suitable for paper making. Our activities also encompass by products and recovery and regeneration of pulping chemicals as well as energy matters related to chemical fibre making. Our teaching obligations entail providing courses to students studying pulping technology as main subject for the Master of Science, Licentiate of Technology and Doctor of Technology degrees and to those specialising in other subjects of chemical forest products technology. Our courses are also well suited for other students of chemistry and chemical engineering.
Research is another important part of our activities.
Our laboratory is well equipped for efficient research in all fields of chemical fibre making. Most contemporary processes can be simulated on a laboratory scale in our facilities. Our work is not only limited to the educational aspects of research. We do research work also with other research institutes and industry. About half of our annual budget is covered by state funding through the Ministry of Education in Finland.