Environmental concerns over waste plastics' effect on the environment are leading to the
creation of biodegradable plastics. Biodegradable plastics may serve as a promising …

Bioplastics are a promising alternative to non-biodegradable plastics. One of these
bioplastics, PBAT (polybutylene adipate co-terephthalate), is a polyester-based bioplastic …

Background Synthetic plastics are extremely versatile and convenient materials that can be
used to create a diversity of useful products, but their widespread use is causing increasing …

Decades of extensive and exponentially growing production and use of conventional
plastics have led to the accumulation of plastic waste in the environment, contributing to the …

PBAT is a compostable biopolyester, potentially obtainable from renewable resources, of
great commercial interest. Thanks to its lower price, ease in processability and especially …

The field of polymer science recently celebrated its 100th anniversary. The excellent
material properties of a wide range of plastics (generally used as a synonym for polymers) …

Modified starch enhanced the compatibility and modified the properties of thermoplastic
starch (TPS) and polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) biodegradable films. Native …

The ultimate goal of new food packaging technologies, in addition to maintaining the quality
and safety of food for the consumer, is to consider environmental concerns and reduce its …

The development of composites for food packaging that have good mechanical and
antimicrobial characteristics is still a major challenge. In applications like food packaging …

Zero water insecurity (comfortable accessibility to healthy water for daily basic needs) is a
key sustainable development goal underpinned by the United Nations. However, the …