September 16, 2025Hydrogel Patches for Essential Oil Delivery in SkincareA novel approach to hydrogel formulation can help extract the benefits of essential oils for skincare. Read more
September 15, 2025Rapid Liquid Printing Unlocks 4D Silicone StructuresNovel printing techniques unlock kinetic design and enable the creation of innovative, responsive environments that adapt to movement and interaction. Read more
September 12, 2025PFAS-Free Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Sports WearablesSports wearables often use triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), and recent advances allow them to become PFAS-free. Read more
September 11, 2025Designing High-Value Plastic Products with a Soft FeelWidely used in consumer goods, these specialty coatings give plastic surfaces a sleek, smooth, suede-like texture that enhances both look and touch. Read more
September 10, 2025Sustainable Plastics Power the Blind Box BoomBlind box toys and collectibles have surged globally, bringing a new niche to the plastic industry. Read more
September 9, 2025TPE Foam Shows Potential in Oil CleanupA novel material helps bypass the limitations of traditional materials used for oil spill cleanup. Read more
August 27, 2025Single-Screw Pump Redesign Using MoldflowUsing Moldflow analysis, researchers seek to optimize a rubber component in single-screw pumps, increasing the efficiency of oil production equipment. Read more
August 26, 2025Cap-and-Trade Policy: Is it Beneficial for Plastic Waste Management?As policymakers seek practical regulatory approaches for plastic waste, a cap-and-trade (CAT) system offers one possible framework. Read more
August 12, 2025Policy as a Catalyst: Promoting Company Reflexivity in the Plastics IndustryA study on EU efforts to reduce marine pollution investigated how regulation can foster reflexive thinking and behavior within companies. Read more
August 11, 20253D-Printed Sensors: Emerging Strategies and MaterialsAdditive manufacturing, or 3D printing, pushes conventional limits for manufacturing sensors used for monitoring environmental changes and conditions. Read more