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Norbornene-based alicyclic polyols: new building blocks for high-performance polyesters
Researchers have developed ENB- and VNB-based alicyclic polyols as monomers for polyesters with high glass transition temperatures, opening up new options to replace conventional polycarbonates.
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CO₂-binding alcohols open new pathways for PVC upcycling
Researchers have developed an innovative approach to functionally upgrade polyvinyl chloride (PVC) using CO₂-binding alcohols. The study provides valuable insights for more sustainable recycling processes....
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New bio-based polyethers open up potential for temperature-controlled drug release
A German-Austrian research team has developed new amphiphilic copolymers based on biobased oleyl glycidyl ether (OlGE). The materials exhibit interesting thermal properties and could be used in future...
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Self-organising block copolymers based on COC for nanostructured materials
A research team from Taiwan has successfully synthesised a novel block copolymer from a cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) and polycaprolactone (PCL). The materials exhibit pronounced self-organisation at the...
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Bio-based copolyesters with improved degradability and toughness
A Chinese research team has developed novel bio-based copolyesters based on furandicarboxylic acid. These not only exhibit improved toughness but also accelerated hydrolytic degradability – a decisive...
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Bio-based powder coatings on the advance: an overview of new binder systems
A recent review shows that powder coatings made from renewable raw materials are becoming increasingly relevant. New bio-based binders such as polyester, polyamide or limonene resins enable sustainable...
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From scrap to strength: Rubber waste as epoxy resin precursor
A new chemical recycling method developed at the University of North Carolina offers a sustainable alternative for rubber waste. By transforming discarded tyres into epoxy resin precursors, the process...
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Vegetable oils as a source of raw materials for bio-based acrylamide polymers Copy
A British research team has developed a method for directly producing functional acrylamide monomers from vegetable oils and successfully processing them using RAFT polymerisation. The sustainable synthesis...
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Biocompatible polycarbonate nanoparticles: new approaches for medical applications
A new method for producing two-dimensional nanoparticles could revolutionise the use of biocompatible materials in medicine. Researchers have developed a method for specifically adjusting the size and...
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Thermoresponsive polymers from recycled PLA: a sustainable innovation
Researchers have developed a new method for converting polylactide (PLA) waste into thermoresponsive polymers. The monomers obtained from PLA bags could pave the way for new methods of producing sustainable...
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Aromatic acetal polyols: progress for high-performance and recyclable polyurethanes
New research shows how aromatic acetal-containing polyols not only improve the mechanical and thermal properties of polyurethanes, but also enable effective recycling via transacetalisation.
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Water-based graphene ink for 3D printing
Researchers at the University of Waterloo (Canada) have developed an additive-free, water-based graphene ink that opens up new possibilities for applications in electronics, the automotive industry and...
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High-performance water-resistant coating for paper-based packaging
A novel organosilicone-modified styrene-acrylic emulsion for enhanced durability and safety was developed.
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Lanxess expands pigment portfolio with more sustainable yellow shades
With the new Scopeblue product line, Lanxess is launching micronised iron oxide yellow pigments that have a 35% smaller carbon footprint thanks to the use of more eco-efficient raw materials.