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
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 15, 2025Improving Seafood Packaging with Biopolymers and NanotechnologyResearchers are investigating new, high-tech approaches for “smart” seafood packaging using biopolymers and nanotechnology. Read more
May 14, 2025Artificial Creativity: Redefining Designer Skills in the AI EraPackaging design is undergoing a fundamental transformation as artificial intelligence reshapes not only our tools but also the creative process itself. Read more
May 13, 2025Inside Materials – EVAEVA is a copolymer that combines the flexibility of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics. Read more
May 9, 2025Opportunity for Authors: SPE Polymers Joins OA Pricing PilotWiley launched the Open Access Pricing Power Parity Pilot (OAPPPP) for researchers across Latin America to support equitable access. Read more
May 8, 2025Inside Materials – Prepreg Tack in CompositesIn the evolving world of composite materials, understanding prepreg tack has become essential, as it marks the success of the process. 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
April 17, 2025Boosting Polystyrene Foam Performance with CO₂ and Carbon AdditivesAs demand for sustainable, high-performance insulation materials increases, researchers continue to explore innovative ways to enhance traditional polymers, such as polystyrene (PS). Read more
April 4, 2025Colombia’s Push for Polystyrene Recycling at ANTEC® 2025ICIPC (Instituto de Capacitación e Investigación del Plástico y del Caucho) in Colombia presented their sustainability assessment for PS at ANTEC® 2025, highlighting polystyrene’s potential to contribute to circular economy efforts in the country. Read more