Industry

In the face of escalating environmental challenges, the textile industry is embracing a transformative shift towards sustainability. This review delves into the burgeoning field of natural antimicrobial agents as a sustainable alternative to conventional chemical treatments, which have historically posed significant environmental hazards.

The fast expansion of the wind energy industry has resulted in a significant rise in Wind Turbine Blade (WTB) waste. Unfortunately, conventional disposal methods can exacerbate environmental issues.

Polyurethane (PU) Insulation is highly efficient and widely employed. The escalating demand for energy consumption standards underscores the need to repower it.

BBTWINS project addresses challenges in the EU agri-food sector. It unites tech companies, biochemistry specialists, and innovative feedstock producers to create a digital platform based on ‘digital twins’ technology.

Hydrogels, composed of 3D polymer networks with high water content, closely mimic the mechanical properties of human tissues and organs, making them ideal for contact with human skin.

Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) are developing a resin that could be used for 3D printing to produce custom-made lenses at lower costs and with increased accessibility.

Polyurethane (PU) is a highly adaptable polymer recognized in the biomedical field. Its ability to be tailored by adjusting its soft and hard segments grants it superior mechanical strength and biocompatibility.

UBQ Materials Ltd. takes common household garbage, screens and processes it, and turns it into cost-competitive thermoplastic materials that can be processed into valuable products.

HDPE’s widespread applications in construction components and piping systems underscore its role in enhancing performance, longevity, and sustainability across diverse sectors.

Digital technologies offer new opportunities for Polyurethane, not only from an environmental perspective but also in terms of improved properties and processing.

Conductive polymers (CPs) have emerged as a significant material in the development of supercapacitors due to their unique properties and potential applications in the market.

MIT’s new adhesive hydrogel coatings have significant potential to enhance implanted medical devices’ long-term performance and reliability.