October 6, 2025Reinforcing Microcellular Injection Molding with FibersUnderstanding the complex relationships between fibers, melt flow, and microstructure characteristics can help leverage the benefits of this high-performance material. Read more
October 3, 2025GelSana’s Cleragel: Next-Generation Hydrogel for Chronic WoundsCleragel, a novel, anti-inflammatory hydrogel, could soon change the standard of care for chronic wounds. Read more
October 2, 2025In-Situ Investigations for Plastic Degradation in the Deep SeaDeep in the western Pacific Ocean, researchers investigated the microorganisms contributing to plastic degradation. Read more
October 1, 2025Plastics Compliance Becomes a Business ImperativePlastics compliance is shifting from regulation to strategy, driving costs, investor pressure, and innovation across UK and global supply chains. 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 26, 2025Lightweight Suspension Design with Polymer–Metal HybridsResearchers are pushing the boundaries of vehicle mass reduction by testing polymer metal hybrid (PMH) suspension components. 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, 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 18, 2025Polymer Solution Casting: A Tool for Advanced Medical ApplicationsPolymer solution casting enables precise, cost-effective thin films and membranes, advancing control and performance in medical applications. Read more
September 17, 2025Evaluating the Impact of Glass Fillers on Polymer Powder Aging for AMResearchers have evaluated the effects of glass fillers on the aging behavior of polymer powders for additive manufacturing (AM). Read more