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Mass balance and bio-based raw materials in coatings
The integration of renewable raw materials into coating production is a key path towards more sustainability. In this interview, Lars Ossenschmidt, Head of Laboratory at Worlée, explains the feasibility...
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PFAS: Silicon-based superacids could break down “forever chemicals”
Researchers at TU Berlin have succeeded in synthesising a new class of extremely strong Lewis acids based on silicon. These compounds could play a crucial role in the degradation of harmful PFAS.
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Rimere makes nanocarbon and graphene materials available for testing
Advanced plasma technology company Rimere is now offering its portfolio of nanocarbon materials, including high-purity graphene, for partner testing and evaluation. The materials are suitable for applications...
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Durable flame-retardant protection for wood surfaces using core–shell particles
The Institute of Wood Technology Dresden (IHD) is developing novel core–shell flame retardants designed to retain their performance over time and prevent migration from coatings. The aim is to provide...
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Sustainable methanol production from wet biomass under mild conditions
A newly proposed process converts wet biomass to renewable methanol at significantly reduced pressures and temperatures, delivering high efficiency at competitive costs.
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Modular monomer precursor enables functional and biodegradable polyamino esters
A newly developed oxazepan monomer precursor enables the tailored synthesis of functional and biodegradable poly(amino esters) under mild conditions.
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CO₂-based δ-lactone enables functional copolyesters under mild conditions
A new catalytic approach enables the chemoselective ring-opening copolymerisation of δ-lactone from CO₂ and butadiene at room temperature, paving the way for advanced functional polyesters.
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Catalytic CO₂-to-methanol conversion: recent advances and future perspectives
A new review highlights the state of the art in catalytic CO₂-to-methanol conversion, covering established Cu-based catalysts as well as innovative approaches using MOFs and AI-assisted catalyst design....
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Cellulose nanocrystals stabilise fluorescent, non-isocyanate polyurethane latexes
Waterborne, non-isocyanate polyurethane latexes have been stabilised exclusively with cellulose nanocrystals for the first time. Their fluorescent properties open up opportunities for functional coating...
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Non-isocyanate polyureas: sustainable synthesis with tunable properties
A new melt polycondensation route enables the production of non-isocyanate, semi-aromatic polyureas with mechanical properties ranging from soft elastomers to high-modulus thermoplastics.
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Bio-based polybenzoxazines with dynamic bonds combine stability and recyclability
New research into polybenzoxazine resins demonstrates how bio-based monomers and dynamic bonds can reconcile thermal stability with recyclability.
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Combination of high thermal stability and recyclability
Researchers develop environmentally friendly resin with dynamic dihydrazone bonds from bio-resources.
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Lignin-based arylindane diols: sustainable antioxidants with low toxicity
A European research team has developed novel arylindane diols derived from lignin, offering a renewable and safer alternative to synthetic phenolic antioxidants.
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Bio-based latent accelerator for epoxy resins: longer shelf life, rapid curing
A bio-based latent accelerator using itaconic acid extends the shelf life of one-component epoxy resins to over 210 days, while allowing fast curing at elevated temperatures.