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Enzymatic degradation of biopolymers in amorphous and molten states: mechanisms and applications

FEBS Open Bio, EarlyView.
This review explains how polymer morphology and thermal state shape enzymatic degradation pathways, comparing amorphous and molten biopolymer structures. By integrating structure–reactivity principles with insights from thermodynamics and enzyme engineering, it highlights mechanisms that enable efficient polymer breakdown.
Anđela Pustak, Aleksandra Maršavelski
wiley   +1 more source

Understanding bio‐based polymers: A study of origins, properties, biodegradation and their impact on health and the environment

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, Blaž Stres, Mirica Karlovits, Igor Karlovits, Petra Jerič, Ondrej Panák, Anja Verbič, Blaž Likozar, Uroš Novak   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Changes in the composition and structure at PET-waste processing into building materials

MATEC Web of Conferences, 2018
The results of studies of the composition and structure of polyethylene terephthalate in the process of thermomechanical processing of polymeric wastes as well as properties of waste products obtained on the basis of waste are presented.
Fomina Natalya, Fedotova Olga, Polyanskiy Mikhail   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Relevance of the composition of municipal plastic wastes for metallurgical coke production [PDF]

, 2011
This study is concerned with the effects of the composition of mixed plastic wastes on the thermoplastic properties of coal, the generation of coking pressure and the quality of the resulting cokes in a movable wall oven at semipilot scale.
Alvarez, R., Barriocanal, C., Diez, M.A., Melendi, Sonia   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Smart, Bio‐Inspired Polymers and Bio‐Based Molecules Modified by Zwitterionic Motifs to Design Next‐Generation Materials for Medical Applications

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Bio‐based and (semi‐)synthetic zwitterion‐modified novel materials and fully synthetic next‐generation alternatives show the importance of material design for different biomedical applications. The zwitterionic character affects the physiochemical behavior of the material and deepens the understanding of chemical interaction mechanisms within the ...
Theresa M. Lutz, Jonas De Breuck, Sahar Salehi, Meike N. Leiske   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

A facile evaluation on melt crystallization kinetics and thermal properties of low-density polyethylene (LDPE)/Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (RPET) blends

Advanced Industrial and Engineering Polymer Research, 2019
In this study, we prepare series of low-density polyethylene (LDPE)/recycled polyethylene terephthalate (RPET) blends using melt extrusion. The effects of RPET content on the crystallization behavior and thermal conductive properties of the resultant ...
Dan Wang, Bin Yang, Qin-Ting Chen, Jin Chen, Li-Fen Su, Peng Chen, Zheng-Zhi Zheng, Ji-Bin Miao, Jia-Sheng Qian, Ru Xia, You Shi   +10 more
doaj   +1 more source

Spectrally Tunable 2D Material‐Based Infrared Photodetectors for Intelligent Optoelectronics

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Intelligent optoelectronics through spectral engineering of 2D material‐based infrared photodetectors. Abstract The evolution of intelligent optoelectronic systems is driven by artificial intelligence (AI). However, their practical realization hinges on the ability to dynamically capture and process optical signals across a broad infrared (IR) spectrum.
Junheon Ha, Yingshan Ma, Yong Nam An, Sung‐Un An, Hyeon Hak Jung, Suvi‐Tuuli Varjamo, Jiwon Yoo, Junho Min, Hanvit Kim, Faisal Ahmed, Sang Hoon Chae, Young Min Song, Weiwei Cai, Tawfique Hasan, Zhipei Sun, Dong‐Ho Kang, Hyeon‐Jin Shin, Yunyun Dai, Hoon Hahn Yoon   +18 more
wiley   +1 more source

Robust and Reversible Thermofluorescence in Solvent‐Free Thermoplastic Polyurethane Composites

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Thermofluorescent polymer composites with high‐contrast optical outputs are prepared by solvent‐free blending of indenoquinacridone dye into a thermoplastic polyurethane matrix. The temperature‐dependent fluorescence originates from aggregation–dissociation of the dye molecules, regulated by competing hydrogen bonds from the polymer matrix.
Guanghua Yu, Bowen Tian, Jazmine Aiya Marquez, Chia‐Min Hsieh, Qingsheng Wang, Hung‐Jue Sue, Mohammed Al‐Hashimi, Peiran Wei, Lei Fang   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development and characterization of a composite material with geopolymer matrix obtained by incorporation of microparticles from plastic bottles

Heliyon
The composite material with a geopolymer matrix of 7 M molarity, obtained by incorporating microparticles from plastic bottles is developed and characterized in the present paper. To do this, we made cylindrical specimens whose the diameters are the half
Blaise Ngwem Bayiha, Fabien Kenmogne, Benjamin Bahel, Émilienne Yolande A'Paglan Bidime, Emmanuel Yamb Bell, Ndigui Billong   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Innovative technology for insulating the borehole absorbing horizons with thermoplastic materials [PDF]

E3S Web of Conferences, 2019
The purpose of the work is to increase the insulation work efficiency by using thermoplastic mixes based on polyethylene terephthalate. The tasks set were solved by a complex method of research, including the analysis and synthesis of the literary and ...
Sudakov Andrii, Chudyk Ihor, Sudakova Diana, Dziubyk Liudmyla   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source