June 30, 2025Optimizing Thermoset Epoxies for Additive Manufacturing with Sparse InfillMichigan State University researchers unveiled novel thermoset epoxies capable of bridging unsupported gaps in sparse infill structures at ANTEC® 2025. Read more
June 24, 2025A Novel Analytical Approach to Detect NIAS in PolystyreneA new one-step, room-temperature extraction method enables accurate, non-targeted quantification of Non-Intentionally Added Substances (NIAS) in Polystyrene. Read more
June 23, 2025Orange Peel Waste Boosts PBAT PackagingNew research explores how citrus waste can enhance biodegradable films for food applications. Read more
June 20, 2025Thermosetting Resin: Plugging Abandoned Oil WellsResearchers are assessing a novel resin for plugging unused oil wells as an alternative to cement. Read more
June 11, 2025Zinc Dodecyl Sulfate: A Cleaner Path to Rubber VulcanizationZinc Dodecyl Sulfate boosts rubber strength and stiffness while reducing zinc waste, offering a greener alternative to ZnO in Styrene-butadiene rubber vulcanization. Read more
June 5, 2025HDPE vs EPS in Seafood Packaging: A Comparative LCAA detailed LCA uncovers the operational trade-offs between HDPE crates and lightweight EPS boxes in the cold chain supply. Read more
May 23, 2025Separable, Deconstructable, Multilayer Biopolyester FilmsMultilayer films can prove challenging to recycle—UMass researchers are looking for a solution. Read more
May 22, 2025Inside Materials – PolystyrenePolystyrene (PS) is a thermoplastic that industries widely recognize for its lightweight nature, durability, and excellent protective properties. Read more
May 21, 2025Zwitterionic Polymers for Advanced Biomedical ApplicationsZwitterionic polymers have emerged as innovative biomaterials combining hydrophilicity, antifouling behavior, and exceptional biocompatibility in one structure. Read more
May 16, 2025Upcycled Gelatin Aerogels for Drug DeliveryA recent study offers a promising solution to create hybrid aerogels from surplus gelatin and chitosan. Read more
May 13, 2025Inside Materials – EVAEVA is a copolymer that combines the flexibility of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics. Read more
April 25, 2025Why Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Works—or Doesn’t—in 3D PrintingANTEC® 2025 research reveals critical insights about when and why carbon fiber reinforcement succeeds or fails in 3D printing. Read more