Finding Better Ways to Recycle Plastics

Finding Better Ways to Recycle Plastics

Chemical recycling methods and the development of novel polymers can have a significant impact on global plastic waste. According to Megan Mohadjer Beromi, PhD, and Paul Chirik, PhD, "the challenges associated with polymer recycling today are rooted in our inability to manage waste on scale."
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Biodegradable Organic battery alternative could replace lithium-ion

Biodegradable Organic battery alternative could replace lithium-ion

Organic rechargeable batteries are ideal alternative for reducing pollution to landfill and the environment. Researchers at Flinders University, are developing an all-organic polymer battery that can deliver a cell voltage of 2.8V – a big leap in improving the energy storage capability of organic batteries.
Intelligent packaging: A novel frontier for effective plastic waste management

Intelligent packaging: A novel frontier for effective plastic waste management

Intelligent packaging emerge as a new frontier for plastic waste management. Explore how companies are using blockchain, RFID, and AI to enhance the collection, sorting, and recycling of plastic waste turning it into a valuable commodity that can facilitate environmental and socioeconomic change.
New Zealand Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro sworn-in

New Zealand Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro sworn-in

Dame Cindy Kiro will become the first wāhine Māori Governor-General at her swearing-in. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will give a short address. Due to alert level 2 restrictions there will be no pōwhiri, or the usual royal salute, artillery salute, and inspection of the guard, or a reception afterwards.
Best Sites for Free STL Files, 3D Printer Files and Models

Best Sites for Free STL Files, 3D Printer Files and Models

The best websites to download free STL files, 3D printer files, 3D print models, and 3D printing designs in other file formats. Browse 3D printing websites, model repositories, and marketplaces that offer free 3D printer models to download. Each lets you browse a large choice of 3D printing designs to print at home.
Danish Siddiqui, Pulitzer-winning photojournalist, killed on duty in Afghanistan

Danish Siddiqui, Pulitzer-winning photojournalist, killed on duty in Afghanistan

Pulitzer-winning photojournalist Danish Siddiqui from India, was killed while on duty during the clashes in Kandahar, Afghanistan. The reuters photojournalist 2 days ago had penned down a witness account of the violence perpetrated by the Taliban in Afghanistan as the US military withdraws from the country.
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Can The World's Whitest White Paint Help Reduce Global Warming?

White was one of the first colors used in art in the 15th century. Now to improve its whiteness. A team of researchers led by Xiulin Ruan, a professor of mechanical engineering at Indiana's Purdue University, recently revealed an ultra-white paint that they believe could even help combat climate change.

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