Polylactic acid (PLA) is a thermoplastic polymer produced from lactic acid that has been
chiefly utilized in biodegradable material and as a composite matrix material. PLA is a …

This review examines cradle-to-grave life cycle assessments (LCAs) and biodegradation
studies of common bioplastics. Fueled by a growing single-use consumer base, the rate at …

There has been a considerable increase in the use of face masks in the past years.
Managing face mask waste has become a global concern, as the current waste …

Protected cultivation in modern agriculture relies extensively on plastic-originated mulch
films, nets, packaging, piping, silage, and various applications. Polyolefins synthesized from …

Biodegradable packaging is more eco-friendly compared with the synthetic plastics. To
improve the physical properties of the zein films, poly (lactic acid)(PLA) was mixed with zein …

Aliphatic polyesters/cellulose composites have attracted a lot attention due to the
perspectives of their application in biomedicine and the production of disposable materials …

Food spoilage and poisoning can be caused by microbes in food. Active food packaging
with the addition of antimicrobial compounds is a novel method to prolong the shelf life of …

Novel and sustainable solutions are needed for surface water treatment. Photocatalytic TiO
2 is studied but is not directly deployable into natural water bodies due to settling and poor …

Polylactic acid (PLA) is a well-known biomaterial on account of its biocompatibility and
biodegradability. Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanofillers may endow PLA with advantageous …

Marine plastic pollution is a worldwide challenge making advances in the field of
biodegradable polymer materials necessary. Polylactide (PLA) is a promising …