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Jun 21, 2023 - Plastics Engineering keeps plastics professionals and other specialists in the value chain up to date on the latest materials equipment and process...

Nov 20, 2025 - Shape-memory polymers enable strong, reversible adhesion inspired by nature, advancing smart adhesives for robotics and flexible electronics.

Nov 25, 2025 - Study reveals hidden PFAS in long-wear cosmetics, exposing health and environmental risks and calling for more transparent labels.

Jul 28, 2025 - Plastics Engineering honors Glenn Beall’s remarkable journey, highlighting his deep impact on design, education, and industry collaboration.

Nov 26, 2025 - Study reveals how different microplastics, especially polyamides, strongly adsorb PFAS, shaping pollution risks and remediation strategies.

Aug 6, 2025 - Foam injection molding (FIM) is transforming by creating plastic components with a solid outer skin and foamed cellular core

Our B.S. Plastics Engineering program will prepare you for a career leading innovation in medical, automotive, and other industries.

Nov 28, 2025 - Fluorine-free polymers are redefining liquid cooling hardware, delivering chemical stability and dielectric strength without relying on PFAS.

Aug 8, 2025 - SPE reinforces its role as a technical voice at INC‑5.2, promoting science-based solutions for a practical, global plastics treaty.

Aug 18, 2025 - New findings from the OceanGate submersible incident reignite the discussion around composite safety standards for deep-sea transport applications.

Aug 5, 2025 - Despite strong growth in bioplastics, 2025 data reveal that earlier optimistic forecasts overstated expectations, reflecting a more complex market reality.

Jun 13, 2025 - Technological breakthroughs promise to revolutionize nylon recycling and drive material circularity across industries.

How do nanostructures keep plastics transparent while improving toughness and light control? PMMA, polycarbonate, COC nanocomposites, foams, and coatings.

Jun 16, 2025 - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is approving more food-contact packaging materials that incorporate post-consumer recycled plastics.

Jul 17, 2025 - SPE launches a new AI tool powered by its exclusive journals, offering accurate, field-specific insights for plastics professionals and researchers.

Oct 2, 2025 - With their merger, PLASTICS and SPE combine complementary strengths in advocacy, research, and education to better serve the plastics industry.

Nov 22, 2025 - Hyphyn introduces enzyme-driven PVC biodegradation, achieving over 90% breakdown under ASTM D5511; however, real-world landfill validation remains pending.

Engineering Plastics report hub by Mordor Intelligence covers 100,000+ data points, a database of 60+ research reports, 100+ companies with market shares, and...

Oct 9, 2025 - PCR use doubled since 2019, yet 2025 packaging targets slip from supply, costs, and infrastructure gaps—what must change to meet 2030 goals?

Aug 13, 2025 - Microplastics and nanoplastics are widespread; current studies explore their sources, impacts, and engineering solutions for sustainability.

Nov 5, 2025 - By Paul Uglum, president, Uglum Consulting, LLC Plastic decoration is, by its very nature, a multifaceted and complex set of technologies. Given this, it is...

Nov 19, 2025 - A new sodium-based method upcycles PTFE into fluorochemicals at room temperature, reducing PFAS risk and recovering valuable fluorine.

Aug 25, 2025 - Dr. Prithu Mukhopadhyay, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology, shares insights on microplastics and their impact.

Nov 24, 2025 - PVC bridges fashion, construction, and design, offering flexibility, strength, and durability through precise formulation and controlled processing.

Jun 27, 2025 - PET Technologies offers insights into the fundamentals of blow molding and how this process continues to evolve.

Nov 21, 2025 - PFAS contamination is now systemic across the UK. Engineers and regulators must decide between incremental control and full chemical elimination.