APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Acrylate polymers for broad application: plastic additives, surface coatings, water treatment, adhesives, textiles, surfactants, and others. ADVANTAGES: Production of 3-HP with very high yield Cost reduction Process optimization ABSTRACT: Acrylate is a crucial industrial component of polymers utilized for a wide range of … [Read more...] about Novel Pathway for Efficient 3-Hydroxypropionate (3-HP) and Acrylate Production 2017-065
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Bijels with Sub-Micrometer Domains 2018-024
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Emulsions for personal care products, flavors, and fragrances Membranes and devices for catalysis and energy storage Soft robotics Shape-shifting fluids ADVANTAGES: Improved stability Cost-efficient fabrication ABSTRACT: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory researchers, in collaboration with colleagues from the … [Read more...] about Bijels with Sub-Micrometer Domains 2018-024
Recyclable and Reconfigurable High-Performance Polymers and Networks 2017-190
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: New materials development, e.g., polymers, resins, adhesives, foams ADVANTAGES: Low-cost, sustainable material platform Superior recyclability Low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Tunable mechanical and transport properties (thermal, electrical, mass, charge) ABSTRACT: The recycling of plastics is key to a sustainable … [Read more...] about Recyclable and Reconfigurable High-Performance Polymers and Networks 2017-190