For years we've heard about how 3-D printing, or additive manufacturing, has been used in industries that require unique parts and customization like healthcare, military, automotive and aerospace. We've seen an expansion in materials...
Smithers' new market data report forecasts the shifting market dynamics and upcoming challenges in corrugated board packaging over the next five years – predicting "slight" growth across 2024 and a "broader recovery" in world demand.
There's an urgent need TODAY for proactive measures to prevent further PFAS contamination and to protect public health and the environment. We Need Your Expertise! SPE's Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in the Plastics Industry 2024, taking place Oct. 29-30 at...
Researchers at the World Institute of Kimchi have developed a technology to convert cabbage and other agricultural byproducts into biodegradable plastics using bio-refactoring. This method redesigns microorganisms to produce...
Usually, when something starts to rot, it gets pitched in the trash. But Joanne Rodriguez wants to turn the concept of rot on its head by growing fungus on trash to turn it into something better. "We train mushrooms to eat trash and...
A recent study introduces hydrogel coatings for medical catheters to significantly reduce friction and prevent infections. Healthcare professionals use medical catheters for delivering drugs, conducting surgeries, or draining fluids. These catheters, notorious for causing...
Nanotechnology offers techniques for degrading plastics that help address pollution issues caused by improper disposal. The widespread use of various polymers in multiple industries is primarily due to their durability and high stability, which ensure resistance to extreme...
Subscribe to SPE Plastics Insight | |
*Email: | |
*First Name: | |
*Last Name: | |
*Company: | |
Title: | |
Street Address: | |
City: | |
State / Province: | |
Zip / Postal Code: | |
Country: | |
Are you a member of spe? | Yes No |
Privacy Policy |