Systematic metabolic engineering of Photobacterium sp. TLY01 for high-yield biosynthesis of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-4-hydroxybutyrate)
Available online 27 September 2025
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-4-hydroxybutyrate) (P34HB) is a biodegradable copolymer with considerable potential in biomedical and industrial applications. This study presents the first systematic metabolic...
On the drastic discrepancy between the mechanical characteristics of polymer nanocomposites as observed and as predicted: Justifications and workable fixes
Available online 26 September 2025
The significant divergence between the anticipated and actual mechanical characteristics of polymer nanocomposites - an increase of 30% to 35% rather than a tenfold increase - is widely known. It mostly...
Interfacial Engineering of Poly(Ionic Liquid)-based Composite Electrolyte via Ionic Liquid Modification for High-Performance Solid-State Lithium Batteries
Available online 25 September 2025
This study addresses the critical challenges of low ionic conductivity in polymer-based composite electrolytes for solid-state lithium batteries (SSLBs) arising from high interfacial impedance. A poly(ionic...
A Multifunctional Hybrid MXene/ZIF/Semiconductor-Based Coating for Photocatalytic Degradation and Long-Term Marine Corrosion Protection
Available online 25 September 2025
In this study, a multifunctional hybrid nanocomposite coating, designated as NanoTri-Shield, was developed to enhance both photocatalytic activity and long-term corrosion protection in saline environments....
Thermoelectric-Driven Temperature-Sensing Multifunctional Hydrogel for Smart Applications
Available online 24 September 2025
Conductive hydrogels, valued for their ease of fabrication, mechanical flexibility, high stretchability, and excellent biocompatibility, are extensively utilized as core components in electronic skin...
Diisocyanate-Induced Dynamic Vulcanization and Interfacial Compatibilization toward Mechanically Robust PPC-P/PLA Blends with Enhanced Foamability
Available online 16 September 2025
Poly(propylene carbonate-co-phthalate) (PPC-P), limited by inferior melt strength and heat resistance, exhibits poor foamability and thermal stability. This study enhances PPC-P through biodegradable...
Flexible polyurethane-based phase change composites with ultra-fast curing and thermal management capabilities
Available online 15 September 2025
Phase change material (PCM) have several drawbacks, including liquid leakage, solid brittleness, low thermal conductivity and monofunctionality. In order to address these shortcomings, this study used...
Oligomer Engineering Enabling High-Performance Poly(phenylene oxide) Resins for High-Frequency/Speed Copper Clad Laminates
Available online 15 September 2025
Poly(phenylene oxide) (PPO), recognized for its exceptional dielectric properties, serves as a preferred matrix resin for high-frequency and high-speed copper-clad laminates (CCLs). However, research...
Dual interface strategies using carbon dots for fabricating thermally conductive polymers by pyrrhotite and waste plastics
Available online 15 September 2025
The thermally conductive polymers used in modern microelectronic devices have been a hot topic around the world. Herein, we proposed a novel dual interface strategy to fabricate thermally conductive...
Efficient fabrication of flexible thermoplastic elastomer/carbon nanotubes piezoresistive sensor with surface microstructures and interface micropores for human motion monitoring
Available online 15 September 2025
Flexible piezoresistive sensors are pivotal for next-generation wearable electronics, yet are fundamentally constrained by the sensitivity-range-stability trade-off inherent in conventional monoscale...
Re-evaluating bioplastic blend wastes through mechanical recycling and chemical modification
July 2025
The escalating environmental challenges posed by conventional plastics have amplified the importance of biodegradable polymers as sustainable alternatives. However, addressing their recyclability and...
Recent advancement in MXene-based nanomaterials for flame retardant polymers and composites
July 2025
This review explores the advancements in MXene-based nanomaterials as flame-retardant additives for polymers and composites, driven by increasing fire safety demands across industries. It highlights...
Advances in lead-free flexible piezoelectric materials for energy and evolving applications
July 2025
The review highlights the advancements in flexible lead-free piezoelectric materials, emphasizing their potential for energy harvesting and sustainable energy. Although normal piezoelectric materials...
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) biodegradation by a novel thermophilic Actinomadura sp. SCN-SB with microbial upcycling potential
July 2025
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) is a biodegradable and biocompatible biopolymer with promising applications in food packaging and biomedical fields. However, its degradation under...
High-pressure hydrogen effects on thermoplastics: A comprehensive review of permeation, decompression failure, and mechanical properties
July 2025
Hydrogen energy is widely regarded as a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuel. Among various hydrogen storage options, high-pressure gas cylinders, especially Type IV composite cylinders,...
Mechanically strong, stretchable and self-healable silicone elastomers with designed dynamic networks for exceptional self-adhesion under harsh conditions
July 2025
Silicone elastomers with wide-temperature stability and excellent mechanical flexibility have attracted considerable interest in both academic and industrial fields. However, the highly cross-linked...
Triethylenetetramine-modified ammonium polyphosphate as charring agent for enhanced flame retardancy in ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer
July 2025
In this study, a novel charring agent (TETA-APP) was prepared via ion exchange reaction between triethylenetetramine (TETA) and ammonium polyphosphate (APP). It was characterized by fourier transform...
Highly thermally conductive and insulating aramid/polyphenylene sulfide composite paper with gradient and sandwich structures
July 2025
With rapid industrial development, effective thermal management has become essential for modern insulating materials. However, conventional aramid paper-based materials face substantial challenges in...
Rapid prediction of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/poly(glycolic acid) (PBAT/PGA) agricultural films based on UV-accelerated aging tests with applicability to the environment
July 2025
Biodegradable plastic mulches (BPMs) possess great possibility as alternative materials for traditional non-degradable agricultural films. However, research on the degradation behaviors of biodegradable...
Engineering flame and mechanical properties of natural plant-based fibre biocomposites
April 2025
The escalating global concerns surrounding unsustainable petroleum consumption have fueled interest in natural plant fiber polymer biocomposites (NFPCs) as eco-friendly alternatives. NFPCs offer advantages...
Synergistic effects of Psidium guajava and copper nanoparticles reinforced hybrid Hydrogel for tissue engineering
April 2025
Hydrogels are biopolymers proficient in engrossing much water in their 3D network structure. However, single-polymer hydrogels frequently experience poor physio-mechanical properties, confining their...
Graphene nanoplatelet induced microphase separation in poly(ether-block-amide)s
April 2025
The inclusion of graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) in segmented block copolymers offers a route to manipulate microphase separation for tailoring the mechanical properties of thermoplastic elastomers. GNP...
Synthesis of an environmentally friendly P–N synergistic flame retardant and its effect on the properties of epoxy resin
April 2025
Additive flame retardants are increasingly frequently used in the current research on flame retardant techniques for polymer materials. In this work, 2-aminopyrazine and spiro-phosphorus oxychloride...
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