August 29, 20253D Printing, Hydrogels, and Polymers in Modern Wound CarePolymers are transforming skin therapy from structural roles to active agents in healing and targeted drug delivery. Read more
August 25, 2025Regulatory Frameworks for AI-Powered Plastic SortingAs artificial intelligence transforms the identification, sorting, and recovery of plastics, regulators are racing to keep pace with a technology poised to redefine the future of recycling. Read more
August 22, 2025From Polymers to Patients: Plastics in Wearable TechA new generation of conductive plastics allows engineers to print sensors directly onto flexible, skin-like materials, paving the way for a new era of personalized health. Read more
August 21, 2025What the EV Boom Means for PlasticsElectric vehicle sales reached 17.6 million units in 2024, marking rapid growth and transforming the global automotive landscape. Read more
August 19, 2025EU Launches First Certified Reference Material for Microplastic AnalysisA new certified reference material from the European Commission advances the standardization of microplastic analysis in a water matrix. Read more
August 5, 2025A Critical Review of Bioplastics Growth: Re-evaluating ForecastsDespite strong bioplastic growth, 2025 data reveal that earlier optimistic forecasts overstated expectations, reflecting a more complex market reality. Read more
July 31, 2025Energy Efficiency in FDM 3D PrintingSeventy percent of FDM energy goes to the heated bed, but adjusting processing parameters can cut this waste in half while maintaining part strength and surface quality. Read more
July 8, 2025Boosting Biodegradable Packaging with PLA/Nanoclay/ZnO FilmsSmart nanocomposites based on PLA and ZnO push bioplastics closer to real-world performance, offering strength, thermal stability, and sustainability in one simple film. Read more
July 7, 2025Slashing Energy Use in PVC ExtrusionNew research reveals how optimizing PVC formulations and extrusion parameters can slash energy costs by up to 60% while maintaining product quality. Read more
July 4, 2025Energy Storage with Plastic-to-Carbon ConversionBreakthrough tech turns waste plastics into carbon materials for energy storage, powering supercapacitors, batteries, and hydrogen production. Read more