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A simpler way to make microgels for programmable drug release
A new straightforward way to make an injectable gel capable of releasing multiple drugs at specific speeds improves scalability and access to the technique, according to a University of Michigan study.
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Chemical recycling turns used silicones into pure building blocks, promising infinite reuse
A study conducted by CNRS researchers describes a new method of recycling silicone waste (caulk, sealants, gels, adhesives, cosmetics, etc.). It has the potential to significantly reduce the sector's environmental impacts.
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Apr 24, 2025
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Researchers develop new design strategy for carbonized polymer dots to discriminate between TNT and TNP
2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) and 2,4,6-trinitrophenol (TNP) are stable explosives that can accumulate and pollute ecosystems, impacting environmental and human health. Therefore, sensitive and rapid on-site detection of TNT ...
Polymers
Apr 24, 2025
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Researchers develop a UV-programmable hydrogel actuator for bioinspired simulation
A joint team from National Taiwan University and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology has developed a novel hydrogel actuator whose movement can be programmed using UV light, enabling precise spatial control of thermoresponsive ...
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Apr 24, 2025
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Engineer reinvents ceramics with origami-inspired 3D printing
In a breakthrough that blends ancient design with modern materials science, researchers at the University of Houston have developed a new class of ceramic structures that can bend under pressure—without breaking.
Polymers
Apr 23, 2025
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Some protective resin coatings may damage metal artifacts
Conservators and museum technicians protect precious archaeological metal objects, such as tools and weapons, with clear coatings, leaving preserved and unobstructed views of these detailed treasures.
Polymers
Apr 23, 2025
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Novel electrochemical technique measures degradation rate of polymer coatings on iron
Think of a metal with paint on it, like an automobile or a pipeline carrying natural gas. The paint or polymer coating protects the metal underneath from degrading.
Plants over plastics: Researchers create biodegradable cellulose-based packaging
Researchers at Virginia Tech have found a way to make biodegradable packaging stronger while using less energy in the process.
Biochemistry
Apr 17, 2025
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Engineers develop eco-friendly plastic from mineral found in seashells
According to UNESCO, plastic waste makes up 80% of all marine pollution, with 8–10 million metric tons of plastic making its way into our oceans each year. USC Viterbi School of Engineering researchers have discovered a ...
Biochemistry
Apr 16, 2025
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Cell membrane biology inspires design of new saltwater filters
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, King's College London and the University of Fribourg have developed polymer water channels, similar to commonly used plastics, that can draw salt out of water, inspired by the body's ...
Polymers
Apr 9, 2025
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Q&A: Scientists uncover process behind plastic's dangerous fragment shedding
The world is littered with trillions of micro- and nanoscopic pieces of plastic. These can be smaller than a virus—just the right size to disrupt cells and even alter DNA. Researchers find them almost everywhere they've ...
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Apr 7, 2025
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Polymers with flawed fillers boost heat transfer in plastics, study reveals
In the quest to design the next generation of materials for modern devices—ones that are lightweight, flexible and excellent at dissipating heat—a team of researchers led by the University of Massachusetts Amherst made ...
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Apr 4, 2025
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Zeolite catalyst enables sustainable production of biodegradable plastic materials
Methyl methoxyacetate and methyl formate, two of the most important carbonyl‐containing chemicals, can be produced directly by zeolite‐catalyzed carbonylation and disproportionation of DMM, using a heterogeneous catalyst, ...
Polymers
Apr 3, 2025
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Catalytic system turns biomass waste to renewable chemical stock
Researchers at Umeå University in Sweden, in collaboration with scientists from Finland, Vietnam, India, and Italy, have developed a catalytic system to convert lignin structures into highly valuable chemicals. This innovative ...
Biochemistry
Apr 2, 2025
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3D-printing formula may transform future of foam
From seat cushions to mattresses to insulation, foam is everywhere—even if we don't always see it. Now, researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have fused chemistry with technology to create a 3D-printed foam that ...
Polymers
Apr 2, 2025
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Illuminating single atoms for sustainable propylene production
More than 150 million metric tons of propylene are produced annually, making it one of the most widespread chemicals used in the chemical industry.
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Apr 1, 2025
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Conductive polymers: First successful synthesis of polyaniline with golden luster
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba, Japan, have developed a method for synthesizing polyaniline—a conductive polymer exhibiting golden luster—marking the first successful attempt globally. The reflection spectrum ...
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Apr 1, 2025
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Sustainable biomanufacturing: Key to India's green transition
In the battle against climate change, the role of chemistry and the chemical industry is often overlooked. As India accelerates its industrial growth, it must embrace sustainable biomanufacturing and green chemistry not just ...
Chance discovery improves stability of bioelectronic material used in medical implants, computing and biosensors
A chance discovery led a team of scientists from Rice University, University of Cambridge and Stanford University to streamline the production of a material widely used in medical research and computing applications.
Polymers
Mar 31, 2025
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Novel enzyme can extract valuable compounds from plant waste using a green chemistry approach
About 98% of lignin created as a forestry by-product from plants is discarded, but a new enzyme could be the key to extracting high-value molecules from this waste using a green chemistry approach.
Biochemistry
Mar 27, 2025
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