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Scientists use Non-Hazardous Solvents to Develop Plastic Solar Cells

Scientists at North Carolina State University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed an effective, semi-printed plastic solar cell without using halogen solvents that are hazardous to the environment. These cells can be developed at room temperature, which creates implications for commercial production on a large-scale.

30 Sep 2016

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

Abundant, chock full of energy and bound so tightly that the only way to release its energy is through combustion — lignin has frustrated scientists for years.

19 Sep 2016

New Technique Measures Elasticity of Polymer Networks, Helps Designing New Materials

Polymers are known to have a unique degree of elasticity - the extent to which they can stretch when a force is applied. For almost 100 years, the efforts made by polymer scientists to predict the elasticity of the polymers have been hindered as the materials generally have structural flaws at the molecular level, and these flaws impact elasticity in a number of unfamiliar ways.

16 Sep 2016

LyondellBasell Selects La Porte, Texas Complex for High Density Polyethylene Plant

LyondellBasell, one of the world's largest plastics, chemical and refining companies, has selected its La Porte, Texas, manufacturing complex as the site for a new High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Plant.

12 Sep 2016

NSF Grants $750,000 to Study How Novel Polymers Can React to Heat and Light

A University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University research team was awarded $750,000 in back-to-back grants from the Engineering Directorate of the National Science Foundation to study how novel polymers can react to heat and light, creating the potential for self-powered robotic devices.

12 Sep 2016

Stanford Researchers Create Low-Cost Plastic Clothing Fabric that Cools Wearer

A team of Stanford engineers have created an economical, plastic-based textile with extraordinary capabilities. If this textile is woven into clothing, it can keep the body cooler than what is possible with synthetic or natural fabrics used in present day clothes.

2 Sep 2016

New Study Describes Development of Novel Hybrid Polymers Suitable for Creating 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering

A new study describes the development of a novel hybrid polymer suitable for producing 3D-printed scaffolds on which living cells can be seeded to create engineered tissues.

30 Aug 2016

Researchers Invent New Catalyst for Developing Biodegradable Plastics

A new catalyst capable of making biodegradable plastics obtained from renewable materials has been developed by the IBM and Stanford chemists as a result of their long-standing partnership. This new invention holds promising alternatives to plastics produced from oil.

29 Jul 2016

Victrex at K 2016: Paek Polymer Specialist to Showcase an Enhanced Range of Products and Services

Victrex, a leading provider of high-performance PAEK* polymer solutions, will present its significantly extended portfolio at K 2016.

From Victrex plc. 27 Jul 2016

Brown University Researchers Induce New Polymer Phase in Polylactic Acid

The biodegradable polymer polylactic acid, also known as PLA, is widely used in manufacturing of various products, ranging from disposable cups, to drug delivery systems, to medical implants.

26 Jul 2016

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Plastics and Polymers News

Scientists use Non-Hazardous Solvents to Develop Plastic Solar Cells

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

New Technique Measures Elasticity of Polymer Networks, Helps Designing New Materials

LyondellBasell Selects La Porte, Texas Complex for High Density Polyethylene Plant

NSF Grants $750,000 to Study How Novel Polymers Can React to Heat and Light

Stanford Researchers Create Low-Cost Plastic Clothing Fabric that Cools Wearer

New Study Describes Development of Novel Hybrid Polymers Suitable for Creating 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering

Researchers Invent New Catalyst for Developing Biodegradable Plastics

Victrex at K 2016: Paek Polymer Specialist to Showcase an Enhanced Range of Products and Services

Brown University Researchers Induce New Polymer Phase in Polylactic Acid

Developing the Future of Seals - Discover Abradable Seals

Achieving Precision and Efficiency in Oil and Lubricant Quality Control

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Transforming AFM Systems with the Galaxy Dual Controller

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

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Addressing the Challenges of Compact Turbine Engines

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Plastics and Polymers News

Developing the Future of Seals - Discover Abradable Seals

Achieving Precision and Efficiency in Oil and Lubricant Quality Control

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

1Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

2Potential graphene breakthrough in carbon capture

3The Potential of 3D Printed Tungsten for Nuclear Reactor Applications

4Method to Create High-Performance, Easily Recyclable Plastics Developed

5Absolute EMS Expands Capabilities to Support the AI Industry with High-Complexity, High-Reliability PCB Assembly Services

6New Method for Creating Durable, Recyclable Polymers

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