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Reinforcing Microcellular Injection Molding with Fibers

2 months ago

Understanding the complex relationships between fibers, melt flow, and microstructure characteristics can help leverage the benefits of this high-performance material.

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  • Editor's Choice Technical Paper
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GelSana’s Cleragel: Next-Generation Hydrogel for Chronic Wounds

2 months ago

Cleragel, a novel, anti-inflammatory hydrogel, could soon change the standard of care for chronic wounds.

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PLASTICS and SPE Announce Historic Merger

2 months ago

With their merger, PLASTICS and SPE combine complementary strengths in advocacy, research, and education to better serve the plastics industry.

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In-Situ Investigations for Plastic Degradation in the Deep Sea

2 months ago

Deep in the western Pacific Ocean, researchers investigated the microorganisms contributing to plastic degradation.

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Plastics Compliance Becomes a Business Imperative

2 months ago

Plastics compliance is shifting from regulation to strategy, driving costs, investor pressure, and innovation across UK and global supply chains.

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Polycarbonate as a Lightweight Alternative to Automotive Glass

2 months ago

Coated polycarbonate shows potential for movable side windows in automobiles, boasting high visibility after weathering.

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New EU Rules Redefine Automotive Plastics for Sustainability in 2025

2 months ago

After decades of gradual change, the EU’s updated End-of-Life Vehicles Directive drives a fundamental shift in automotive design and manufacturing.

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Polymer–Based Organogels for Artwork Preservation

2 months ago

Researchers are developing a more environmentally friendly and time-effective material for art preservation.

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Lightweight Suspension Design with Polymer–Metal Hybrids

2 months ago

Researchers are pushing the boundaries of vehicle mass reduction by testing polymer metal hybrid (PMH) suspension components.

  • Bioplastics
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  • Editor's Choice Technical Paper
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Optical Properties of Polymer Blends with Recycled Content

2 months ago

The incorporation of recycled polymers into transparent applications challenges engineers to control haze, color shifts, and light scattering.