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Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 5, Page 4793-4803, 10 March 2026.Study of the influence of hornification treatment and jute and mallow fiber length on the physical, thermal, and mechanical properties of recycled polypropylene (PP) composites. ABSTRACT The growing accumulation of plastic waste has driven its reuse in the development of new composites, with natural fibers emerging as promising reinforcements. However,
Raquel de Sousa Freire +4 more
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Colorimetry and chemical properties of thermally modified Parkia pendula and Simarouba amara wood [PDF]
Acta AmazonicaThe thermal modification of wood is a process that alters its chemical composition, aiming to improve technological properties such as dimensional stability, reduction of equilibrium moisture content, homogeneity, or color.
Leonardo Vinícius de SOUZA +6 more
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ResourcesGlobal energy demand relies heavily on fossil fuels, which produce greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, municipal solid waste, driven by population growth, represents another source of emissions. In Mexico, organic waste contributes 61 million tons of
Andres Canul-Manzanero +2 more
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Fire and Materials, Volume 50, Issue 2, Page 204-215, March 2026.ABSTRACT Intumescent paints, coatings, or sealants are a popular form of passive protection in the fire industry. However, the impact of their toxicity and constituent synthetic chemical ingredients is an important consideration for sustainability. This research experimentally studied an agricultural grain, known as millet, quantifying its unusual ...
Z. S. Vermeulen +3 more
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Cationization of Corncob Holocellulose as a Paper Strengthening Agent
BioResources, 2015 In this paper, milled corncob powder was treated with sodium chlorite to remove lignin, and the resulting holocellulose was optionally modified with cationic agent. The derivative product was investigated using elemental analysis, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The influences of the dosage of the
Weitao He +3 more
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Probing Chemical Changes in Holocellulose and Lignin of Timbers in Ancient Buildings [PDF]
Polymers, 2019 Wooden structures in China’s ancient buildings hold highly historical and cultural values. There is an urgent need to repair and replace the damaged wooden structures after hundreds and thousands of years of exposure to weather. Unfortunately, to date there is still a lack of insightful understanding on how the chemical structure, composition, and ...
Zhao, Chengcheng +5 more
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Polymer Engineering &Science, Volume 66, Issue 3, Page 2068-2080, March 2026.Schematic representation of the processing of sisal fibers (Agave sisalana) and their incorporation into bio‐based polyurethane composites. The fibers are extracted from the plant and subjected to surface modification via corona discharge and alkaline (NaOH) treatments.
Ianca Oliveira Borges +9 more
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Engineering 2‐Pyrone‐4,6‐Dicarboxylic Acid Production Reveals Metabolic Plasticity of Poplar
Plant Biotechnology Journal, Volume 24, Issue 3, Page 1398-1413, March 2026.ABSTRACT Woody biomass is a promising source of fermentable sugars for biofuels and bio‐based chemicals, but its industrial use is limited by the costly biorefinery process. A viable strategy to reduce costs involves enhancing both biomass processability and the generation of high‐value co‐products.
Nidhi Dwivedi +7 more
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Characterization of Chemical Components in the Wood and Bark of Anthocephalus cadamba and Anthocephalus macrophyllus from Progeny Trial in Wonogiri, Indonesia [PDF]
BIO Web of ConferencesJabon (Anthocephalus spp.) is a fast-growing species with considerable potential for pulp and paper production in Indonesia. This study aims to determine the chemical component in wood and bark of 10-year-old Anthocephalus cadamba (families 23, 11, and 6)
Arisandi Rizki +4 more
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Polymer Composites, Volume 47, Issue 3, Page 2376-2392, 10 February 2026.PBSA‐based biocomposites made from artichoke bract and stem powders have been characterised and formulated for agricultural and food applications, such as active mulching films. ABSTRACT In the context of a growing bioeconomy and the drive for sustainable materials, new biocomposites were formulated by incorporating poly(butylene succinate‐co‐adipate) (
Carmen Minichiello +8 more
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