For many decades, titanium dioxide (TiO 2) semiconductor has been extensively applied in
several environmental applications due to its higher photocatalytic performances toward …

Recent advancements in material technologies have promoted the development of various
preparation strategies and applications of novel polymer–nanoclay composites. Innovative …

Petroleum-based plastics are associated with environmental pollution problems owing to
their non-biodegradable and toxic properties. In this context, renewable and biodegradable …

A polymer–clay hybrid composite material,(KG-g-PMETAC/MMT) has been synthesised by
microwave assisted free radical polymerisation using modified karaya gum and clay mineral …

Untreated and treated jute fiber and nano-clay in various ratios were used to fabricate
jute/nano-clay/epoxy hybrid composites through compression molding method. The dynamic …

The introduction of bioplastics has been an evolution for plastic industry since conventional
plastics have been claimed to cause several environmental issues. Apart from its …

Nanoclays, a specific type of nanomaterial, have emerged as versatile and dynamic
materials, with tremendous potential for advanced functional applications. Despite …

Exposure to elevated temperatures has detrimental effects on the properties of cementitious
composites, leading to irreversible changes, up to total failure. Various methods have been …

The aim of this review is to bring together the main natural polymer applications for
environmental remediation, as a class of nexus materials with advanced properties that offer …

Polylactic acid has stood out among bio-based polymers for its usage in the food packaging
industry and biomedical fields. Through the melt mixing process, the toughened poly (lactic) …