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Fluorene–Bithiophene fluorophore advances forensic and security ink applications
A novel fluorophore based on fluorene–bithiophene architecture enables high-resolution latent print visualization and multifunctional eco-friendly security inks with dual-mode anti-counterfeiting capabilities....
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Interview:“High-quality, bio-based raw materials are now available for powder coating production”
Powder coatings are already among the most environmentally friendly surface finishing options, but advancements in bio-based raw materials, recycled components, and mass-balanced approaches could take...
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CO2-based ring-opening copolymerization enables hydroxy-functionalized polycarbonates
Researchers have developed a sustainable method to produce hydroxy-functionalized polycarbonates from CO2 and epoxides. Innovative catalyst systems enable the creation of versatile polymers for industrial...
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Light-activated catalyst developed for PFAS degradation
An international research team has developed a light-activated catalyst capable of efficiently breaking down persistent polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This technology could be used in the future to...
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European Coatings Podcast: Sustainability in architetural coatings with AkzoNobel
What does sustainability really mean for architectural coatings—and where are the toughest trade-offs? In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast, editor Yeray Arauco is joined by two AkzoNobel...
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Cyclic xanthates enable degradable vinyl copolymers with cleavable backbone structures
A novel cyclic xanthate monomer, 4_H_-1,3-benzoxathiin-2-thione (BOT), demonstrates promising degradability in vinyl copolymers. The study showcases its compatibility with N,N-dimethylacrylamide and highlights...
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Mineral-oil-free inks achieve top INGEDE deinkability certification
Toyochem Specialty Chemical’s "TK MARK V" MOF (Mineral Oil Free) ink series secures the highest “Good” rating from the International Association of the Deinking Industry (INGEDE), highlighting its...
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Interview: “Corrosion creates a major but often hidden environmental burden”
Corrosion-related waste significantly contributes to environmental burdens, with around 40 % of global steel production used to replace corroded metal. In this interview, Jorrit van Rijn, Marketing Director...
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Machine learning revolutionises the development of nanocomposite membranes for CO₂ capture
Machine learning offers transformative possibilities for designing high-performance nanocomposite membranes, significantly improving energy efficiency and sustainability in CO₂ capture.
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Energy-efficient, cost-effective titanium dioxide production – a case study
Increasing energy costs, stricter environmental regulations, and changing global market conditions are placing growing pressure on titanium dioxide producers. The “AITiO₂ST” project investigates...
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Upcycling PET waste: a sustainable path to closed-loop recyclable polymers
Researchers unveil a breakthrough in polymer sustainability by transforming waste PET into closed-loop recyclable poly(ester-amide) using bio-based feedstocks.
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Nanomaterials rethink sustainability strategies in coatings
Nanomaterials are increasingly shaping how the coatings industry approaches sustainability – not as a short-term response to regulatory pressure, but as a long-term materials strategy. Researchers and...