As detailed in the latest report by Towards Packaging, the Europe plastic packaging market is forecast to grow from USD 116.87 billion in 2026 to about USD 189.22 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 5.5% ...

The "Super Absorbent Polymer Market by Type, Application, Production Method, Countries and Companies Analysis 2025-2033" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The Global Super Absorbent ...

Abstract: Biodegradable electronics open a path to new sensing applications with minimum ecological impact. In particular, biodegradable pressure sensors may enable new concepts in medical monitoring, ...

Abstract: This paper investigates starch-based rice paper as a sustainable, biodegradable, and widely available alternative to elastomers for soft robotics. Starch-based materials can address the ...

Researchers are exploring new biodegradable plastics made from natural ingredients that could help reduce environmental and health risks linked to conventional packaging. Early tests suggest these ...

Although many roboticists today turn to nature to inspire their designs, even bioinspired robots are usually fabricated from non-biological materials like metal, plastic and composites. But a new ...

The persistent accumulation of microplastics from synthetic polymers threatens ecosystems and biodiversity. The use of biodegradable and compostable materials as alternatives to conventional plastics ...

In Nature Communications, a research team affiliated with UNIST present a fully biodegradable, robust, and energy-efficient artificial synapse that holds great promise for sustainable neuromorphic ...

Oxford-based materials science startup A&B Smart Materials has closed a £1.5 million pre-seed funding round. The round was led by existing investor Sake Bosch, with new strategic investors Caesar and ...

This bag of tomatoes is made from the new plant-based plastic that uses FDA-approved ingredients. Watch as the bag completely dissolves in artificial seawater after just a few hours, without leaving ...