Bacteria are capable of producing a vast diversity of polymers serving a range of biological functions, such as reserve material, protective capsules and slimes, and biofilm matrix components. Several ...

Blending, grafting, curing, and functionalization are all techniques to modify the characteristics of a polymer. Blending is the process of physically mixing two (or more) polymers to obtain the ...

Porous materials have a wide range of applications due to their capacity to act as filters, or lightweight structural materials that use less material than a solid substance. Researchers including ...

A reusable filtration material made from engineered wood and polymer coating captures harmful organic compounds and microbes without chemical additives. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Access to clean drinking ...