Microplastics are found ubiquitous in the natural environment and are an increasing source
of worry for global health. Rapid industrialization and inappropriate plastic waste …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is used in textile and packaging industries. The main
source of PET production is fossil fuels with limited capacity. Also, PET products are single …

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a dramatic increase in plastic wastes associated with
the use of single-use masks, gloves, gowns, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) …

The need to transform economic models to implement a circular use of resources is crucial
due to the current waste accumulation crisis. New waste-to-resource alternatives are …

One of the methods of changing the mechanical properties of polymeric materials is by the
creation of composites with various substances whose task is to strengthen and fill them …

abstract Plastics have emerged as one of the essential materials present on the planet.
However, its accumulation can negatively impact the environment if not disposed of …

Nanocellulose (NC) films are gaining popularity in recent years owing to their recyclability
and biodegradability; however, the commercialization of this material is limited by …

This research aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of microalgae Dunaliella salina in the
biodegradation process of oxidized oxium and HDPE plastics. Microalgae and microplastic …

Plastic wastes—including cigarette butts (CBs)—are dangerous for marine ecosystems not
only because they contain hazardous chemicals but also because they can finally turn into …

A circular economy is expected to reduce the use of primary resources through the reuse of
products, components, and materials. Material recycling, though advantageous in many …