November 8, 2024The Beauty of PEF: Combining Functionality with ArtAvantium and Studio Hoogvliet Jongerius showcase the versatility and beauty of PEF (Polyethylene Furanoate). Read more
October 18, 2024Reverse Engineering in Plastics ProcessingReverse engineering (RE) in plastics processing has become an essential method for product reproduction, improvement, and optimization. It involves a thorough understanding of the design, manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance stages. Read more
October 16, 2024Sustainability Management Strategies – Resource Efficient DesignSustainability or design for the environment was almost always considered at the end of the design process. This can no longer be the case; sustainability is no longer about the environment. It is the environment. Read more
October 1, 2024Caviar-Inspired E-Skin Transforms Health MonitoringResearchers from the University of Sussex have developed a revolutionary bioelectronic skin (e-skin) that promises to reshape the future of health monitoring. Read more
August 2, 2024Melanin Upcycling – From Pigment to PolymersMelanin upcycling offers an innovative and eco-friendly approach to developing sustainable materials. By transforming melanin decomposition products, researchers have created novel polymeric materials with a wide range of applications. Read more
July 29, 2024Sustainability Management Strategies – Create and Deliver a Staff Training CourseA policy and Sustainability Management Program are not really useful unless the employees know about them and can take action to meet the targets. The employees can only do this if they know the targets and the progress towards the targets. Read more
July 24, 2024Cleaner Latex, Safer Planet: Ammonia-Free SolutionsThe rubber industry employs ammonia to preserve latex by preventing bacterial growth and stabilizing particles. However, ammonia poses significant health risks, including severe skin burns, eye damage, and respiratory issues. Read more
July 8, 2024Bio-Based Polyurethane for Anti-Smudge ApplicationsResearchers utilized hyperbranched polyols derived from castor oil as advanced cross-linking agents to develop high-performance bio-based polyurethane anti-smudge coatings. Read more
June 25, 2024Harnessing Bio-based Materials in Solar CellsResearchers are exploring the use of bio-based materials to enhance the performance and sustainability of solar cells. Read more
June 18, 2024MXene Hydrogels: A Plastics Industry BreakthroughMXene hydrogels are emerging as innovative materials with promising applications across various industries, including conductive plastic materials and packaging. Read more