Polymer capsules can store functional substances such as drugs and fragrances, making them widely used in functional ...

The researchers also found that the naturally-derived polymer capsules have a stable shelf life of a year and are easily ...

A new study led by Colorado State University Distinguished Professor Eugene Chen outlines a path to creating advanced, recyclable plastics. Published in Nature, the study describes a breakthrough ...

It can be difficult to carry materials innovation from discovery through commercialization, as it requires people at every level of the supply chain to take risks ...

Polymer-based gene delivery systems represent a promising class of non-viral vectors, offering significant advantages in safety, structural versatility, biodegradability, and the potential for ...

This September, the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute launched the Natural Polymers Consortium (NPC). The consortium has been in the works for the last year, and several virtual and ...

Whether natural or synthetic, polymers — large molecules made up of repeating units called monomers — exhibit complex structures and properties that make them useful in a wide range of applications.

While natural polymers, including starches and cellulose, are still commonly used in biomedical research, the utilization of synthetic biodegradable polymers in pharmaceutical and tissue-engineering ...

Macromolecular-based gene delivery systems have emerged as viable alternatives to non-viral vectors for gene therapy due to their versatility, biocompatibility, and capacity to efficiently deliver ...