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Plastic polymers may replace metal as lightweight, flexible heat conductors in cars, refrigerators, and electronic devices.
How Fabric Can Separate Oil & Water
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Investigating Olive Pomace as a Flame Retardant Filler
The use of bio-based materials in place of oil-based materials could lead to a more sustainable future for a range of industries.
Million Dollar Shrimp: Valorization of Chitin from Northern Moroccan Shrimp
The decortication of shrimp in Northern Morocco results in high amounts of wasted chitin that can otherwise be transformed into highly valuable chitosan.
International Conference on Polymers for Advanced Technologies 2019
On 8-10 August 2019, Texas A&M University will welcome polymer scientists from the USA and abroad for an engaging two and a half days of talks. We are excited to announce that the 15th International Conference on Polymers for Advanced Technologies (PAT 2019) will...
Recent Trends in Polymer Reaction Engineering
Macromolecular Reaction Engineering presents recent progress in innovative processes and enabling technologies, guest edited by John Tsavalas and Kim McAuley
Self-Healing Polymers for Marine Applications
Seawater‐assisted, self‐healing, metal–catechol polyurethanes show promise in marine environments.
Journal of Polymer Science Book Prize Winners at the 2019 ACS Spring Meeting
Young scientists recognized for their work in polymer science.
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How what you wear to bed could one day improve your night’s sleep.
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