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Perspectives on Tobacco Product Waste: A Survey of Framework Convention Alliance Members' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs. [PDF]
, 2015 Cigarette butts (tobacco product waste (TPW)) are the single most collected item in environmental trash cleanups worldwide. This brief descriptive study used an online survey tool (Survey Monkey) to assess knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs among ...
Curtis, Clifton +5 more
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FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.This review provides an overview of bio‐based polymer sources, their unique functional properties and their environmental impact, and addresses their role as sustainable alternatives. It discusses end‐of‐life options, including composting and anaerobic digestion for renewable energy.
Sabina Kolbl Repinc +8 more
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Indonesian Journal of Chemical Analysis, 2019 Research on Biodegradable Plastic Characterization of Cassava Wastes (manihot esculenta) Substitution of Tapioca Flour. As Biodegradable Plastics Base Material.
Abdul Rahim, Rustam Musta
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Biodegradable Plastic From Cassava Waste Using Sorbitol as Plasticizer [PDF]
, 2015 Cassava waste can be utilized as raw material for biodegradable plastics. This research studied the influence of sorbitol, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and the gelatinization temperature in the preparation of biodegradable plastic from cassava waste. 12
Fathanah, U. (Umi) +2 more
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Cellulosic materials as natural fillers in starch-containing matrix-based films: a review [PDF]
, 2016 In this work, the different cellulosic materials, namely cellulose and lignin are analyzed. In addition, the starch-containing matrices (isolated starch and flour) reinforced with cellulosic materials to be used in packaging applications are described ...
Alvarez, Vera Alejandra +1 more
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Enzymatic and microbial routes to bioplastics: The green chemistry frontier of biopolymers
FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.Microbial biosynthesis and engineered enzyme platforms are expanding the design space of polyhydroxyalkanoate bioplastics. By combining fermentation, PHA synthase engineering and cell‐free modular systems, tailored biodegradable polymers can be produced with tunable properties, supporting more sustainable materials and future circular bioeconomy ...
Giovanni Gallo +4 more
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PEMBUATAN FILM PLASTIK BIODEGRADABLE DARI LIMBAH BIJI DURIAN (Durio zibethinus Murr.)
Jurnal Bahan Alam Terbarukan, 2015 Pembuatan film plastik biodegradable dilakukan melalui proses pencampuran menggunakan pelarut aquades dengan komposisi 10 g tepung biji durian, 50 mL larutan kitosan 2% , dan gliserol 25% dari berat pati.Variasi suhu pencampuran yaitu 70oC, 80oC, dan ...
Prima Astuti Handayani +1 more
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Is there a plastic which can be decomposed by bacteria and other living organisms within the environment over a specific time interval which is also called biodegradable plastic? [PDF]
, 2014 In this experiment I have investigated the research question: “Is there a plastic which can be decomposed by bacteria and other living organisms within the environment over a specific time interval which is also called biodegradable plastic?” This ...
Çorak, Gonca Başak
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Advanced Engineering Materials, EarlyView.Laser surface texturing significantly improves the corrosion resistance and mechanical strength of 3D‐printed iron polylactic acid (Ir‐PLA) for marine applications. Optimal laser parameters reduce corrosion by 80% and enhance tensile strength by 25% and ductility by 15%.
Mohammad Rezayat +6 more
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Review of standards for biodegradable plastic bags. [PDF]
, 2015 The Single Use Carrier Bags Charges (England) Order 2015 requires retailers to charge at least 5p for each single use carrier bag, except where exempted. Under section 18 of that order, the Secretary of State must— (a) complete a review of industry
Boardman, Carl +6 more
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