For many decades, titanium dioxide (TiO 2) semiconductor has been extensively applied in
several environmental applications due to its higher photocatalytic performances toward …

Recent advancements in material technologies have promoted the development of various
preparation strategies and applications of novel polymer–nanoclay composites. Innovative …

The introduction of bioplastics has been an evolution for plastic industry since conventional
plastics have been claimed to cause several environmental issues. Apart from its …

Inorganic/organic hybrid nanosystems have been increasingly developed for their versatility
and efficacy at overcoming obstacles not readily surmounted by nonhybridized counterparts …

In order to improve the drawbacks related to hydrogels, nanocomposite hydrogels were
developed by incorporating different types of nanoparticles or nanostructures in the hydrogel …

Nanoclays, a specific type of nanomaterial, have emerged as versatile and dynamic
materials, with tremendous potential for advanced functional applications. Despite …

Petroleum-based plastics are associated with environmental pollution problems owing to
their non-biodegradable and toxic properties. In this context, renewable and biodegradable …

Materials research relating to bio-based polymers and composites has become the order of
the day and several types of research are being undertaken on these materials. This is …

A polymer–clay hybrid composite material,(KG-g-PMETAC/MMT) has been synthesised by
microwave assisted free radical polymerisation using modified karaya gum and clay mineral …

Exposure to elevated temperatures has detrimental effects on the properties of cementitious
composites, leading to irreversible changes, up to total failure. Various methods have been …