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Plastics manufacturing responsible for significant amount of microplastic leakage: Study
While most studies concerning the impact of plastic pollution on marine life focuses on plastic waste such as discarded plastic grocery bags and beverage containers, researchers from Sweden are now turning their attention to the impact that small plastic pellets — typically used as a raw material in the production of a variety of plastic goods — shipped from manufacturing sites to different plants are having on the environment.
Plastic Bottle Redemption Programs Help Reduce Plastic Waste in the Ocean, Study Says
With roughly 8 million metric tons of plastic ending up in the ocean each year, researchers set out to determine the impact of plastic bottle redemption programs on plastic waste pollution.
Chemicals Found in Fast Food Wrappers, Non-stick Pots and Pans Linked to Weight Gain
While it is no surprise that eating fast food could lead to weight gain and other health issues, a recent study suggests that exposure to the chemicals used in fast food wrappers might also be contributing to weight gain.
Microplastic Levels High in Northwest Atlantic Fish
Hoping to further highlight the impact of microplastics on ocean life, researchers have published a new study revealing that microplastics were found in almost three out of every four mesopelagic fish captured in the Northwest Atlantic — considered one of the highest levels found worldwide.
A Cure for Bacterial Infections in Hospitals: Copper Nanoparticles
A durable and washable composite material made from antibacterial copper nanoparticles can be bound to wearable textiles.
New Lead-free Perovskite Material for Solar Cells
Perovskites with cesium, titanium and a halogen component (bromine or/and iodine) were used to produce semi-transparent solar films.
New Graphene-based Membrane Speeds Water Purification
A new type of graphene membrane for water desalination and purification could render even the water of Australia’s Sydney Harbour safely drinkable.
Watch: Recyclable Resin Boosts Wind Turbine Sustainability
A new resin cures at room temperature without creating flaws in the fiberglass, and lends itself to recycling.
Monitoring Injected CO2 Fate with Noble Gas Tracers
Krypton and xenon tracers added to sequestered CO2 can give an early warning of leakage.
7 Benefits of Using Structural Steel for Your Building
Safety, reduced construction costs and design flexibility are just some of the benefits of structural steel.
Photocatalytic Foam Removes Micropollutants from Water
Photocatalytic nanoporous anodic metal foams use sunlight to safely remove micropollutants from water.
Common Household Products are Polluting the Atmosphere
Linked to millions of premature deaths each year, vehicle emissions from automobiles have borne much of the responsibility for air pollution levels in major cities.
Low Resistance “Holey” Metal-graphene Electrical Contacts, Breakthrough for Achieving Graphene Field Effect Transistors (GFETs)
Until now, graphene's potential for building GFETs has been limited by the low contact resistance interface between graphene devices and metal interconnect. An international group of researchers developed “holey” metal-graphene electrical contacts with low resistance.
Printing Method Prints Biological Structures to Help Cancer Research
Researchers have discovered a way to construct biological structures from molecules and cells from natural tissues.
A Thermal Blanket That Helps to Melt Snow Quickly
Looking for alternatives to melting the snowbanks that often linger well after temperatures have risen back above freezing, scientists tested the melting power of sunlight absorbing thermal blankets and found that they are capable of melting snow three times faster than traditional snow melting methods.
Egg Whites are the Next Big Thing in Clean Energy Production
Osaka City University researchers in Japan have developed a way to use egg whites as a power source for carbon-free fuel.
Gasoline-resistant Bioplastic for Smart-entry Vehicle Door Handles
The film is ideal for nonconductive door handles integrated with smart-entry systems.
New Equation Developed Can Detect Weak Spots in 3D Printing Concrete Structures
Researchers from Eidhoven University of Technology have developed a model that will combat weakness in structures during 3D printing.
Backing Up Humanity: First Arch Launched on Falcon Heavy
Archs are intended to preserve the collected culture and learning of humanity for the benefit of future generations — or even alien beings if our species is wiped out in an unfortunate disaster.
Paper-based Sensors are Potential Health Monitors
When torn or subjected to pressure, the flexible sensors signal movement via piezoresistive and piezocapacitive mechanisms.