Imagine a flexible electronic device that can bend, stretch, and even repair itself when damaged. Scientists in Japan have ...

Plant a seed and, if the conditions are right, the seed grows. The process seems simple enough at first glance and is something many of us may feel like we learned in elementary school.

Elite Auto Works, a Sacramento-area automotive care specialist, is implementing advanced paint protection film installation methods that emphasize the scientific properties of self-healing film ...

Ever wonder what extreme temperatures do to a hydrogel? We heat up the super-absorbent Orbeez to observe the polymer structure fail and release the water they hold. Prepare for a gooey surprise!

That problem is why, even though we’ve had success finding enzymes that break down common plastics like polyesters and PET, they’re only partial solutions to plastic waste. However, researchers aren’t ...

A simple mechanochemical technique for PTFE degradation transforms it into useful fluorochemicals, showcasing a sustainable ...

According to the International Council on Clean Transportation, as of early 2024, there are approximately 40 million electric ...

Having fine hair comes with its perks. It tends to be lightweight, and it often naturally feels smooth and dries quickly. But ...

Within the extensive ecosystem that is the Polymer Industry Cluster, academia's roles will be critical in keeping Northeast ...

Because of the plant’s earlier successes, Intertape Polymer tasked Tremonton with increasingly difficult-to-produce materials ...

Incorporating fluorine into certain polyesters accelerates polymer chain formation, makes longer chains accessible, and ...