Energy Generation

Researchers developed a superhydrophilic membrane for nanoplastic and oil removal, achieving high separation efficiency while reducing membrane fouling.

Functional polymer coatings can improve microplastic removal from wastewater by enhancing particle capture, membrane performance, and selective filtration.

Research into optimizing the pyrolysis of automotive plastic waste demonstrates the potential to produce oils with properties approaching those of commercial diesel.

Polymeric membranes improve gas separation efficiency through tailored permeability, selectivity, and resistance to aging and plasticization.

Ultrasonic plasticization helps micro-molders process small polymer volumes, reduce waste, and improve fine-feature replication in precision parts.

Heterogeneous thermal catalytic pathways for upcycling polyolefins offer a promising approach towards chemical circularity.

Petrochemical feedstock strategy is shifting from lowest cost toward flexibility, carbon reduction, and geopolitical resilience.

BTX aromatics provide key building blocks for resins, polyesters, polyamides, and high-performance plastics.

Engineers upgrade polymer proppants to safely boost fracturing flow, quickly cut wear, and improve thermal yields for commercial oil wells.

PVDF separators improve lithium-ion battery safety, electrolyte uptake, and thermal stability for EV and grid energy storage.