par Frédéric PELASCINI | 5 Fév 2023 | Actualités
Are plastics in the ocean as big a problem as widely believed? Plastic pollution is a topic of great societal concern, with alarming statistics and shocking photographs regularly being published in the media. But are they really a widespread threat to the ocean? How...
par Frédéric PELASCINI | 5 Fév 2023 | Actualités
A method to change the mechanical and transport properties of conductive polymers Conductive polymers, synthetic substances with large molecules that can conduct electricity, can have a broad range of valuable applications. For instance, they have been used to create...
par Frédéric PELASCINI | 5 Fév 2023 | Actualités
Researchers develop 100% biodegradable paper straws that do not become soggy The paper straws that are currently available are not entirely made of paper alone. Straws made with 100% paper become too soggy when they come in contact with liquids and cannot function as...
par Frédéric PELASCINI | 5 Fév 2023 | Actualités
How liquid crystal elastomer research is paving the way for new applications and practical devices A new e-book discusses developments in liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) technology achieved with support from the APRA project. Authored by professor of polymer physics...
par Frédéric PELASCINI | 5 Fév 2023 | Actualités
Une molécule biosourcée pour améliorer les propriétés mécaniques des papiers | Techniques de l'Ingénieur Issue d'un laboratoire du CNRS, la start-up FunCell a mis au point un additif capable de rendre le papier jusqu'à deux fois plus performant. Il peut aussi servir à...
