Supramolecular chemistry, also known as “chemistry beyond the molecule,” focuses on the study of molecular recognition and high-order assemblies formed by noncovalent interactions. It’s in the news lately due to a study that focuses on solving the problem of plastic degradation into microplastics. Supramolecular plastics — polymers with structures held … [continued]
When you arrive at a restaurant, you’re ravenous, and you order more food than you can eat. Inevitably, you need a takeout container to transport the leftovers home. Most people accept takeout food in single-use containers, and data shows that most diners are aware of the waste issues associated with … [continued]
You know those entertaining videos you love to watch of whales surfacing and diving? Of dolphins breaking through the frothy waves? Of seabirds skimming the ocean’s surface? Of endangered turtles laying eggs on a barrier beach? Their lives are threatened everyday by the estimated 15 million metric tons of plastic … [continued]
In an echo of the World War II documentary series “Why We Fight,” Disney aims its storytelling firepower on the climate crisis.
After decades of foot-dragging by petrochemical stakeholders, solutions to the ocean plastic pollution crisis are beginning to emerge.
Polymer Scientist Applies Scientific Method To Solve Greatest Environmental Challenges While Making Lives Better Kat Knauer enjoyed science classes as a young girl but her understanding that science could be used as an instrument for good was solidified when a beloved family member grew ill. Her childhood dog, Penny, was … [continued]
Solar power is sending robots off to duty on harbor clean-up and other environmental chores.
Underwater explorers encounter ghost gear and other ocean plastic pollution, but solutions are coming.
It’s always a good time to talk about the ocean plastic problem, especially when the biggest-ever Sharkfest series is unspooling on Disney+ and National Geographic channels this week.
Are we kidding ourselves when we think that recycling is enough of a solution to the global plastics pollution problem?
