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View article: Abiotic Degradation Technologies to Promote Bio-Valorization of Bioplastics
Abiotic Degradation Technologies to Promote Bio-Valorization of Bioplastics Open
Biodegradable bioplastics have emerged as a promising sustainable alternative to minimize the environmental impact of traditional plastics. Nevertheless, many of them degrade slowly under natural or industrial conditions, raising concerns …
View article: Hydrophobic <scp>PVDF</scp>‐Based Electrospun Nanofibrous Membranes: Design Criteria Fabrication and Resistance to Long‐Term Hydrodynamic Operation
Hydrophobic <span>PVDF</span>‐Based Electrospun Nanofibrous Membranes: Design Criteria Fabrication and Resistance to Long‐Term Hydrodynamic Operation Open
The mechanical integrity of electrospun nanofiber membranes (ENMs) under operational conditions may limit their application in membrane contactors. This study integrated the electrospinning (ESP) with heat treatments to enhance nanofiber i…
View article: PVDF Nanofiber Membranes for Dissolved Methane Recovery from Water Prepared by Combining Electrospinning and Hot-Pressing Methods
PVDF Nanofiber Membranes for Dissolved Methane Recovery from Water Prepared by Combining Electrospinning and Hot-Pressing Methods Open
Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) electrospun nanofiber membranes (ENMs) could potentially be used in membrane contactors (MCs) for environmental applications, such as the removal of dissolved CH4 from anaerobic effluents. In this work, a PVD…
View article: UV-C and UV-C/H₂O-Induced Abiotic Degradation of Films of Commercial PBAT/TPS Blends
UV-C and UV-C/H₂O-Induced Abiotic Degradation of Films of Commercial PBAT/TPS Blends Open
The environmental impact of conventional plastics has spurred interest in biopolymers as sustainable alternatives, yet their performance under abiotic degradation conditions still remain unclear. This study investigated the effects of ultr…
View article: Effect of Choline Chloride-Based DES on the Pore-Forming Ability and Properties of PVDF Membranes Prepared with Triethyl Phosphate as Green Solvent
Effect of Choline Chloride-Based DES on the Pore-Forming Ability and Properties of PVDF Membranes Prepared with Triethyl Phosphate as Green Solvent Open
This study explores the influence of various additives on the morphological, chemical, and thermal properties of poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) membranes prepared via the non-solvent induced phase separation (NIPS) technique. The use of …
View article: Influence of Vinyl Acetate-Based and Epoxy-Based Compatibilizers on the Design of TPS/PBAT and TPS/PBAT/PBSA Films
Influence of Vinyl Acetate-Based and Epoxy-Based Compatibilizers on the Design of TPS/PBAT and TPS/PBAT/PBSA Films Open
The study investigated the effect of Vinnex® (vinyl acetate polymer) and Joncryl® (epoxy-based copolymer) as compatibilizers on the mechanical properties of thermoplastic starch (TPS) and polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) and po…
View article: A Review on the Application of Deep Eutectic Solvents in Polymer-Based Membrane Preparation for Environmental Separation Technologies
A Review on the Application of Deep Eutectic Solvents in Polymer-Based Membrane Preparation for Environmental Separation Technologies Open
The use of deep eutectic solvents (DESs) for the preparation of polymer membranes for environmental separation technologies is comprehensively reviewed. DESs have been divided into five categories based on the hydrogen bond donor (HBD) and…
View article: Factorial Analysis and Thermal Kinetics of Chemical Recycling of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) Aided by Neoteric Imidazolium-Based Ionic Liquids
Factorial Analysis and Thermal Kinetics of Chemical Recycling of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) Aided by Neoteric Imidazolium-Based Ionic Liquids Open
Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) waste accumulation poses significant environmental challenges due to its persistent nature and current management limitations. This study explores the effectiveness of imidazolium-based neoteric solvents …
View article: The Impact of Green Physical Crosslinking Methods on the Development of Sericin-Based Biohydrogels for Wound Healing
The Impact of Green Physical Crosslinking Methods on the Development of Sericin-Based Biohydrogels for Wound Healing Open
Silk sericin (SS)–based hydrogels show promise for wound healing due to their biocompatibility, moisture regulation, and cell proliferation properties. However, there is still a need to develop green crosslinking methods to obtain non-toxi…
View article: LEVELING UP CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: UTILIZING H5P FOR INTERACTIVE LEARNING AND ENHANCED STUDENT PERFORMANCE
LEVELING UP CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: UTILIZING H5P FOR INTERACTIVE LEARNING AND ENHANCED STUDENT PERFORMANCE Open
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) have become increasingly important in education, offering new possibilities for teaching and learning. H5P, an acronym for HTML5 Package, is an open-source framework that allows educators to…
View article: INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING EDUCATION: HARNESSING THE POWER OF WOOCLAP FOR ACTIVE LEARNING
INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING EDUCATION: HARNESSING THE POWER OF WOOCLAP FOR ACTIVE LEARNING Open
The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has been part of university life for over two decades, to the extent that those aimed at the educational world have evolved into Learning and Knowledge Technologies (LKT). Indeed,…
View article: Chemical recycling of post-consumer poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) driven by the protic ionic liquid 2-HEAA: Performance, kinetics and mechanism
Chemical recycling of post-consumer poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) driven by the protic ionic liquid 2-HEAA: Performance, kinetics and mechanism Open
The circular economy is a paradigm for the upcoming industrial era, in which plastic wastes must be focused on as new resources. Chemical valorisation permits deepening into waste-to-gate schemes by obtaining new chemical platforms to be r…
View article: Polysaccharide/Silica Microcapsules Prepared via Ionic Gelation Combined with Spray Drying: Application in the Release of Hydrophilic Substances and Catalysis
Polysaccharide/Silica Microcapsules Prepared via Ionic Gelation Combined with Spray Drying: Application in the Release of Hydrophilic Substances and Catalysis Open
Polysaccharide/silica hybrid microcapsules were prepared using ionic gelation followed by spray-drying. Chitosan and alginate were used as biopolymer matrices, and in situ prepared silica was used as a structuring additive. The prepared mi…
View article: Stability of Superhydrophobicity and Structure of PVDF Membranes Treated by Vacuum Oxygen Plasma and Organofluorosilanisation
Stability of Superhydrophobicity and Structure of PVDF Membranes Treated by Vacuum Oxygen Plasma and Organofluorosilanisation Open
Superhydrophobic poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) membranes were obtained by a surface treatment consisting of oxygen plasma activation followed by functionalisation with a mixture of silica precursor (SiP) (tetraethyl-orthosilicate [TEOS]…
View article: SUSTAGRI4.0: NEEDS ANALYSIS OF TRAINING IN SUSTAINABILITY, DIGITALISATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR AT VET LEVEL
SUSTAGRI4.0: NEEDS ANALYSIS OF TRAINING IN SUSTAINABILITY, DIGITALISATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR AT VET LEVEL Open
<p>Communication at the <a title="INTED" href="https://library.iated.org/view/GILCASTELL2023SUS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">INTED 17th International Technology, Education and Development Conference</a></p>\n<…
View article: GAD PROJECT: GAME CREATION IN AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) ENHANCING PROFESSIONAL DIGITAL SKILLS – AN OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT TEACHING IN TECHNICAL DISCIPLINES
GAD PROJECT: GAME CREATION IN AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) ENHANCING PROFESSIONAL DIGITAL SKILLS – AN OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT TEACHING IN TECHNICAL DISCIPLINES Open
The teaching of technical studies is traditionally supported by the use of two-dimensional views for the schematic representation of complex elements. The geometric pieces are normally represented in their elevation or plan views, and only…
View article: Flat PVDF Membrane with Enhanced Hydrophobicity through Alkali Activation and Organofluorosilanisation for Dissolved Methane Recovery
Flat PVDF Membrane with Enhanced Hydrophobicity through Alkali Activation and Organofluorosilanisation for Dissolved Methane Recovery Open
A three-step surface modification consisting of activation with NaOH, functionalisation with a silica precursor and organofluorosilane mixture (FSiT), and curing was applied to a poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) membrane for the recovery o…
View article: The Role of Eucalyptus Species on the Structural and Thermal Performance of Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNCs) Isolated by Acid Hydrolysis
The Role of Eucalyptus Species on the Structural and Thermal Performance of Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNCs) Isolated by Acid Hydrolysis Open
Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are attractive materials due to their renewable nature, high surface-to-volume ratio, crystallinity, biodegradability, anisotropic performance, or available hydroxyl groups. However, their source and obtaining…
View article: Molecular Mobility in Oriented and Unoriented Membranes Based on Poly[2-(Aziridin-1-yl)ethanol]
Molecular Mobility in Oriented and Unoriented Membranes Based on Poly[2-(Aziridin-1-yl)ethanol] Open
Unoriented and oriented membranes based on dendronized polymers and copolymers obtained by chemical modification of poly[2-(aziridin-1-yl) ethanol] (PAZE) with the dendron 3,4,5-tris[4-(n-dodecan-1-yloxy)benzyloxy]benzoate were considered.…
View article: Performance of Polyester-Based Electrospun Scaffolds under In Vitro Hydrolytic Conditions: From Short-Term to Long-Term Applications
Performance of Polyester-Based Electrospun Scaffolds under In Vitro Hydrolytic Conditions: From Short-Term to Long-Term Applications Open
The evaluation of the performance of polyesters under in vitro physiologic conditions is essential to design scaffolds with an adequate lifespan for a given application. In this line, the degradation-durability patterns of poly(lactide-co-…
View article: Crosslinked Sulfonated Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Graphene Oxide Electrospun Nanofibers as Polyelectrolytes
Crosslinked Sulfonated Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Graphene Oxide Electrospun Nanofibers as Polyelectrolytes Open
Taking advantage of the high functionalization capacity of poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA), bead-free homogeneous nanofibrous mats were produced. The addition of functional groups by means of grafting strategies such as the sulfonation and the a…