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Bioplastics: an examination of variety, degradation, and environmental effects

Environmental Research Communications
There is considerable confusion about ‘bioplastics.’ They are often touted as ‘greener’ than conventional plastics and may be claimed to be biodegradable and compostable. However, there are a great variety of different products claimed to be bioplastics,
Judith S Weis, Beth Ravit, Peter F Strom, Richard Vaccaro   +3 more
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Chemical engineering as an essential element of industrial biotechnology in Mexico: New aims in research and university education

The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
Abstract On the centennial of higher education in Chemical Engineering in Mexico, it is pertinent to revisit the key stages that have contributed to its consolidation as a vital discipline for the nation's scientific and technological advancement. Although the initial mission of chemical engineering education was primarily oriented toward the training ...
Agustín López Munguía, Octavio T. Ramírez, Rafael Vazquez‐Duhalt, Eduardo Bárzana   +3 more
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Characterization and performance analysis of composite bioplastics synthesized using titanium dioxide nanoparticles with corn starch

Heliyon, 2019
Plastic is an amazing material, and wonderful invention, it has changed the world. Plastic is used everywhere and every day across the globe. But despite its varied uses, its disposal has threatened the environment.
Md. Ruhul Amin, Mohammad Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, Md. Arefin Kowser   +2 more
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Bio‐Inspired Robust Non‐combustible Bioplastic with Superinsulated Energy Harvesting for Intelligent Firefighting

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.
This study develops a novel non‐combustible chitosan‐based bioplastic (NCCB) via ethanol‐induced surface assembly. The material's inherent flame retardancy and thermally insulating, rough surface enable high‐performance TENGs. The NCCB‐TENG maintains stable output even when exposed to fire and exhibits dual sensitivity to temperature (25–200°C) and ...
Qilin Lu, Liying Zhang, Pengyun Zhang, Junjie Wang, Huamin Chen, Hanchen Wang   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nanofiber PVA‐Based Membranes Incorporating Functionalized Spanish Broom Derivatives for Sustainable Water Purification

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, EarlyView.
This study investigates Spanish broom (Spartium junceum) as a renewable source for electrospun composite membranes in sustainable water purification. MCC and biochar were functionalized with eco‐friendly precursors and nanomaterials (i.e., HNT, β‐CDs) to develop hybrid PVA nanofiber composites.
Giulia Rando, Silvia Sfameni, Jozefien Geltmeyer, Alessandra Palella, Lorenzo Spadaro, Alberto Riminucci, Karen De Clerck, Maria Rosaria Plutino   +7 more
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Bioplastic from Jackfruit Seed Starch and It Is Potency for Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Chemistry Learning

EduChemia
Plastic waste is a severe environmental problem. One solution is with bioplastic from jackfruit seed starch (JS). However, this bioplastic has weaknesses, such as not being heat resistant and having low mechanical properties, so adding chitosan (CH) and ...
Ester Yuliati Cristina Purba, Hernani Hernani, Asep Supriatna   +2 more
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Pengaruh Nisbah dan Suhu Pencampuran Selulosa dan Pati terhadap Sifat dan Morfologi Bioplastik Berbahan Dasar Pati Umbi Talas [PDF]

, 2017
The use of plastic in large quantities impact on environment pollution as the effect of the plastic cesspool accumulation which cannot be decomposed naturally (non-biodegradable).
Bahruddin, B. (Bahruddin), HS, I. (Irdoni), Sembiring, W. B. (Wira)   +2 more
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Biodegradability standards for carrier bags and plastic films in aquatic environments: a critical review [PDF]

, 2018
Plastic litter is encountered in aquatic ecosystems across the globe, including polar environments and the deep sea. To mitigate the adverse societal and ecological impacts of this waste, there has been debate on whether ‘biodegradable’ materials should ...
Ardisson GB, Association Française de Normalisation (AFNOR), ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, ASTM International, Bergmann M, De Wilde B, Harrison JP, Imam SH, International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Müller R-J, Müller R-J, Sharabi NE, The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI), The British Standards Institution (BSI)., The British Standards Institution (BSI)., Yabannavar AV   +33 more
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Impact of conductive magnetite nanoparticles and anode polarization on glucose fermentation

Journal of Chemical Technology &Biotechnology, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Electrically conductive materials and electrochemical stimulation strategies are increasingly explored to steer microbial fermentation towards desired metabolic outputs. These approaches also hold remarkable potential to couple wastewater treatment (WWT) to the production of value‐added compounds, in turn enhancing environmental ...
Clara Marandola, Silvia Bolognesi, Matteo Tucci, Marco Resitano, Carolina Cruz Viggi, Sebastià Puig, Marianna Villano   +6 more
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Consistently inconsistent: The false promise of ‘sustainable’ plastics

Cambridge Prisms: Plastics
This perspective explains why the lack of regulation around bioplastics remains a hurdle for the successful development and implementation of a legally binding agreement (the Global Plastics Treaty) by the United Nations Environment Assembly to curb ...
Justine Ammendolia, Tony R. Walker
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