February 27, 2026Developing a Bio-Based Polymer Made for Cosmetics PackagingResearchers developed a novel, bio-based composite, enhanced with essential oil and chitosan, designed specifically for cosmetics packaging. Read more
February 24, 2026Biodegradable Polymer Blends: Key Findings and Future OutlookBiodegradable polymer blends strengthen and diversify sustainable applications in packaging, agriculture, and medicine. Read more
February 10, 2026AI Screens 7.4M Polymers for Recyclable Food PackagingAI-assisted polymer design screens millions of candidates to identify chemically recyclable packaging polymers that still meet barrier and thermal targets. Read more
February 5, 2026At ANTEC 2026: Compatibilizing Amorphous PHA and PLA for Blown FilmPLA PHA compatibilization for blown film can widen processing windows and improve toughness. See why morphology and moisture control matter. Read more
November 6, 2025Optimizing 3D Printing Parameters to Reduce Gear WearAdditive manufacturing has significant advantages for lightweight gear systems, and researchers are pinpointing how to maximize their durability. 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
July 8, 2025Boosting Biodegradable Packaging with PLA/Nanoclay/ZnO FilmsSmart nanocomposites based on PLA and ZnO push bioplastics closer to real-world performance, offering strength, thermal stability, and sustainability in one simple film. Read more
May 19, 2025Green but in the Red: Can Bioplastics Become Economically Viable?Recent Danimer Scientific and Brightmark bankruptcies have raised concerns around bioplastics and economics. Can a more innovative strategy shift the balance? 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 18, 2025Cutting Emissions Using PLA in 3D PrintingOn-site 3D printing of single-use consumables can help life science laboratories reduce carbon emissions. Read more