A team of scientists has got a step closer to making several different types of plastic much easier to recycle, using a method that could be applied to a whole range of difficult-to-recycle polymers, ...

Discover how Raman spectroscopy enables rapid identification of fishing gear polymers.

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The synthesis of 2D material polymers represents a groundbreaking approach in materials science, offering a diverse range of applications in various industries. These composite materials combine the ...

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Copper nanoparticles from beetroot extract enhance antimicrobial properties in polymer composites, offering a sustainable ...