September 29, 2025Polymer–Based Organogels for Artwork PreservationResearchers are developing a more environmentally friendly and time-effective material for art preservation. 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 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 16, 2025Hydrogel Patches for Essential Oil Delivery in SkincareA novel approach to hydrogel formulation can help extract the benefits of essential oils for skincare. Read more
September 12, 2025PFAS-Free Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Sports WearablesSports wearables often use triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), and recent advances allow them to become PFAS-free. Read more
September 11, 2025Designing High-Value Plastic Products with a Soft FeelWidely used in consumer goods, these specialty coatings give plastic surfaces a sleek, smooth, suede-like texture that enhances both look and touch. 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 5, 2025Inside Materials – Aliphatic PolyestersAliphatic polyesters are among the most used materials in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications due to their biocompatibility and biodegradability. Read more
September 4, 2025U.S. Regulations for Plastic Manufacturing CompaniesA brief overview of the most relevant U.S. regulations established and emerging plastic manufacturers must comply with. Read more
September 3, 2025Laboratories Shift from Single-use Plastics to Circular SolutionsLabs worldwide are moving beyond disposables, adopting circular plasticware solutions through innovation, regulation, and rising sustainability demands. Read more
September 2, 2025When Packaging Shape Speaks Louder Than WordsStructural packaging design goes beyond function, shaping brand identity, recognition, and emotional connection with consumers. Read more