October 1, 2025Polycarbonate as a Lightweight Alternative to Automotive GlassCoated polycarbonate shows potential for movable side windows in automobiles, boasting high visibility after weathering. Read more
September 30, 2025New EU Rules Redefine Automotive Plastics for Sustainability in 2025After decades of gradual change, the EU’s updated End-of-Life Vehicles Directive drives a fundamental shift in automotive design and manufacturing. Read more
September 29, 2025Polymer–Based Organogels for Artwork PreservationResearchers are developing a more environmentally friendly and time-effective material for art preservation. Read more
September 25, 2025Optical Properties of Polymer Blends with Recycled ContentThe incorporation of recycled polymers into transparent applications challenges engineers to control haze, color shifts, and light scattering. Read more
September 24, 2025Sustainable Healthcare Plastics: Rethinking Design, Use, and RecoveryPlastics save lives, and the next frontier in medical innovation is making them as sustainable as they are essential. Read more
September 24, 2025Battery-as-a-Service: Built on Polymer EngineeringPolymer science enables modular, durable, and precise Battery-as-a-Service systems, advancing efficiency and scalability in energy solutions. Read more
September 23, 2025Polymers Take Flight: How Plastics Are Powering eVTOL DesigneVTOL aircraft are a significant step forward for urban mobility, but their success hinges on a critical challenge: weight reduction. Advanced polymers and composites are the materials making this possible. Read more
September 19, 2025Engineering Tomorrow’s Subways with High-Performance PlasticsAdvances in high-performance polymers are enabling subway systems to meet demands for fire safety, structural efficiency, and lifecycle durability. Read more
September 17, 2025The Challenges Undermining UK Plastics RecyclingPlastic recycling in the United Kingdom faces persistent structural difficulties. Although household participation is high, overall recovery rates remain well below national and international targets. 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
September 8, 2025Electron-Beam Processing for Stronger, Sterile PolymersE-beam technology enhances polymers with wear resistance, fatigue strength, and integrated sterilization, redefining medical implants and devices. Read more