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Fluorinated compounds under scrutiny: PFAS – best left to toothpaste?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been widely used in various industries since the 1940s due to their remarkable stability and resistance to water, oil and grease. However, in light of sustainability...
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Modified rice bran wax: A versatile additive
Seeking sustainable performance? Modified rice bran wax offers a bio-based alternative to conventional wax additives. With tunable properties and broad application potential, it enables formulators to...
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“True age of innovation is here”: current trends, regulatory hurdles and promising biocide alternatives
Regulatory hurdles, evolving demands for sustainable protection, and a wave of innovation – Rick Strittmatter, Chief Technology, Innovation and Sustainability Officer at Arxada, discusses the shifting...
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Transparent omniphobic polyurethane coating enables self-cleaning for PV modules
A fluorine-free polyurethane coating with dynamic omniphobicity has been developed to maintain the efficiency of photovoltaic modules. The novel formulation is highly transparent, durable, and self-cleaning....
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Improved self-cleaning thanks to modified TiO₂ films
A Chinese research team has significantly improved the hydrophilicity and photocatalytic performance of TiO₂ thin films through targeted surface modification with silane and maleic anhydride. The results...
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High-performance microfibre leather: water-based PU coating with UV, moisture and bacteria protection
A Chinese research team has developed an innovative coating for microfibre leather: breathable, moisture-regulating, antibacterial and UV-resistant – with excellent mechanical properties thanks to hollow...
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Intumescent hybrid coating protects wood by ceramic charring
A new hybrid coating based on modified amino resins, glass powder and silica offers excellent flame protection for wood. It forms a ceramic-like protective layer when exposed to heat – with impressive...
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Hydrophobic paper coating with silicone oil-laden nano-silica as a sustainable packaging solution
Using a novel hybrid formulation of hydrophobic nanosilica and PMMA, an Indian research team has succeeded in transforming paper waste into highly effective, water-repellent packaging materials – fully...
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IntAIRCOAT 2025: Final agenda published
The core topics of this year's leading conference on aerospace coatings are automation, testing methods, new coating systems, material developments and durability - all with a view to efficiency, sustainability...
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Copper instead of antibiotics? New nano-coating protects implants from infections
A British research team has developed a nano-coating made of copper oxide for medical implants that has an antibacterial effect – even against multi-resistant germs. This brings an effective alternative...
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Bio-inspired superglue: adhesive force from the body’s own mucus
Researchers have developed a new type of adhesive based on natural mucus proteins. This bio-based superglue could be used in medical technology in the future to prevent infections and securely join materials. ...
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Towards bio-based, low-VOC UV-coatings using terpene-based acrylates
UV- Coatings are known for their fast processing and great performance. But they have two issues: Monomer content is VOC and there are hardly sustainable, bio-based options. Both can be overcome with termpene-based...
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Polysilazane-cross-linked acrylic coatings for wood
Durable wood coatings are usually crosslinked with isocyanate for very high performance. Polysilazane could be an alternative with similar performance in hydrobphobicity, weather resistance and self-cleaning...
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Staying ahead with antimicrobial coatings
The demand for antimicrobial coatings is rising across various industries, driven by heightened concerns about hygiene and product durability. These coatings offer long-term protection against bacteria,...