Public concerns on microplastic (MP) pollution and its prevalence in urban runoff have
grown exponentially. Huge amounts of MPs are transported from urban environments via …

Plastic pollution is a critical problem that has the potential for long-lasting impact. While all
plastics eventually break down to at least some degree, they can remain in different …

This paper evaluates the use of a PBS/PBAT biodegradable rope to reduce the
environmental impact of fishing gear lost at sea. The study aims to better understand the …

Polyesters based on polyols have emerged as promising biomaterials for various
biomedical applications, such as tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, and …

As one of the most promising biodegradable polymers, poly (butylene adipate-co-
terephthalate)(PBAT) has attracted immense attention in packaging and mulching film …

Abstract Glucono-delta-lactone (GDL), an acid regulator commonly used in food
preservation, was incorporated into biodegradable poly (butylene adipate-co …

Poly (lactic acid)(PLA) and poly (glycolic acid)(PGA) are extensively studied biodegradable
polymers. However, the degradation behavior of their copolymer, poly (lactic-co-glycolic …

Sustained drug release has attracted increasing interest in targeted drug therapy. However,
existing methods of drug therapy suffer drug action time, large fluctuations in the effective …

The application of biodegradable plastics is considered crucial steps in addressing plastic
pollution. However, due to their high sensitivity to light, heat, and biological factors …

Ghost fishing is a global issue that can be addressed using fishing gear materials that do not
persist in the marine environment. However, for these alternatives to be widely adopted, they …