The current packaging materials market is dominated by petrochemical-derived, single-use,
and inexpensive plastics that are incredibly stable in the environment. After their sole use …

The detrimental impact of single-use plastics on the environment is daily news across the
globe. Single-use plastic packaging materials and other plastic waste originating from …

This is the first comprehensive review on methods and materials for use in optical sensing of
pH values and on applications of such sensors. The Review starts with an introduction that …

The progression of plastic pollution is a global concern.“Reuse, reduce and recycle” offers a
solution to the burdening issue, although not enough to curb the rampant use of plastics …

Rapid increment in fossil-derived single-use plastic disposal has led to human-made plastic
mountains and leading to ecological imbalance. Therefore, the development of alternative …

Plastic pollution is fueling the grave environmental threats currently facing humans, the
animal kingdom, and the planet. The pursuit of renewable resourced biodegradable …

In the recent decade, growth of the natural fiber reinforced polymer (NFRP) composite has
made a considerable impact on the polymer composite research and innovation. This rapid …

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) target the endocrine system by interfering with the
natural hormones in the body leading to adverse effects on human and animal health. These …

For many years, conventional plastics are manufactured and used for packaging
applications in different sectors. As the food industries are increasing, the demand for …

Polymers shape human life but they also have been identified as pollutants in the oceans
due to their long lifetime and low degradability. Recently, various researchers have studied …