Tag: Monomers

Print, Recycle, Repeat: Scientists Demonstrate a Biodegradable Printed Circuit

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Scientists have developed a fully recyclable and biodegradable printed circuit. The advance could divert wearable devices and other flexible electronics from landfill, and mitigate the health and environmental hazards posed by heavy metal waste.

Paper or Plastic? OU Chemical Engineers Work to Make Plastic Bags Recyclable and Compostable

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Single-use plastic bags continue to pose a global environmental challenge, as their composition and form makes them difficult to recycle, and hundreds of years are required for them to degrade fully in the environment. While reusabable shopping bags offer an earth-friendly option, what if plastic bags could be recycled or placed in our composts?