With a fossil fuel–derived climate catastrophe on our doorstep, many see ammonia as a possible alternative fuel source.
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Making stickier tape
A new surface treatment enhances the adhesion of double-sided tape to make stickier tapes for soft electronics.
Recyclable hydrogels for fast prototyping
Researchers have created stiff, recyclable hydrogels that can be broken down into their base components and reshaped on demand.
Pioneers in Science: Hermann Staudinger
A century on from his groundbreaking paper on polymerization, Advanced Science News takes a look at the life and work of Nobel Laureate, Hermann Staudinger.
“Untapping” tap water consumption in Europe
Making Europe go from bottled water to the tap will require political and societal attempts to induce behavioral change to mitigate the amount of plastic currently being consumed.
Using Old Materials to Create New, Sustainable Solutions
Researchers develop sustainable source materials for 3D printing. such as single-polymer composites that reinforce themselves and materials derived from waste based plastics.
Substitutes for Packaging Materials Using Biodegradable Polymers
Improving food storage with biodegradable polymers that can prevent food products from rapidly spoiling and help the growing difficulty of waste build up in the environment.
Journal of Polymer Science Book Prize Winners at the 2019 ACS Spring Meeting
Young scientists recognized for their work in polymer science.
Recent Advances in Bioremediation
The new In Focus of Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology features work presented at the European Bioremediation Conference.
Ooho! Water to eat
A completely biodegradable, seaweed-derived water container that avoids plastic packaging.
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