Hydrolytic degradation
View article: Thermochemical pretreatment: a promising approach for bioplastic valorisation by codigestion in WWTPs
Thermochemical pretreatment: a promising approach for bioplastic valorisation by codigestion in WWTPs Open
Polylactic acid (PLA) represents a major waste fraction in waste management plants. Among various end-of-life scenarios, anaerobic digestion (AD) is increasingly recognized as a viable approach for bioplastics valorization. However, the an…
View article: Thermochemical pretreatment: a promising approach for bioplastic valorisation by codigestion in WWTPs
Thermochemical pretreatment: a promising approach for bioplastic valorisation by codigestion in WWTPs Open
Polylactic acid (PLA) represents a major waste fraction in waste management plants. Among various end-of-life scenarios, anaerobic digestion (AD) is increasingly recognized as a viable approach for bioplastics valorization. However, the an…
View article: Hydrolytic Stability of Metal–Organic Frameworks:An Experimental Study
Hydrolytic Stability of Metal–Organic Frameworks:An Experimental Study Open
Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are widely explored for applications involving direct contact with water, such as carbon dioxide capture and utilization, photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, and water purification. However, many MOFs are pro…
View article: Ethoxycarbonyl-Stabilized <i>N,S</i>-Acetalsas a Fast Exchange Platform for Catalyst-Free Covalent Adaptable Networks
Ethoxycarbonyl-Stabilized <i>N,S</i>-Acetalsas a Fast Exchange Platform for Catalyst-Free Covalent Adaptable Networks Open
This work presents the development of catalyst-free covalent adaptable networks (CANs) based on ethoxycarbonyl-stabilized N,S-acetal exchangeable groups. The syntheses of ethyl glyoxylate-derived aliphatic and aromatic bis-im…
View article: Impact of the monomer sequence on the in vitro hydrolytic degradation behavior of PEG-PLGA-based in-situ forming depots
Impact of the monomer sequence on the in vitro hydrolytic degradation behavior of PEG-PLGA-based in-situ forming depots Open
View article: Computational Studyof a Versatile Lipase for theDegradation of Polylactic Acid
Computational Studyof a Versatile Lipase for theDegradation of Polylactic Acid Open
Biocatalysis is an emerging and sustainable approach to depolymerize highly hydrophobic plastic polyesters such as poly(lactic acid) (PLA), a bioplastic widely used in packaging and disposable items. Some enzymes, including lipases, cutin…
View article: Computational Studyof a Versatile Lipase for theDegradation of Polylactic Acid
Computational Studyof a Versatile Lipase for theDegradation of Polylactic Acid Open
Biocatalysis is an emerging and sustainable approach to depolymerize highly hydrophobic plastic polyesters such as poly(lactic acid) (PLA), a bioplastic widely used in packaging and disposable items. Some enzymes, including lipases, cutin…
View article: Spatial constraints drive amylosome-mediated resistant starch degradation by Ruminococcus bromii in the human colon
Spatial constraints drive amylosome-mediated resistant starch degradation by Ruminococcus bromii in the human colon Open
View article: Bis-thiosemicarbazoneLigands as Candidates for Radioantimony(III)Chelation for Use in Theranostic Applications
Bis-thiosemicarbazoneLigands as Candidates for Radioantimony(III)Chelation for Use in Theranostic Applications Open
Thermodynamic stabilization of antimony complexes against hydrolysis in biological environments is critical for the effective delivery of theranostic radionuclides such as 117Sb and 119Sb in nuclear medicine. We repor…
View article: Nitrocefin hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4D in Excel format.
Nitrocefin hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4D in Excel format. Open
Nitrocefin hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4D in Excel format.
View article: Effects of Natural Mouthwash on the Force Degradation of Orthodontic Elastomeric Chains: An In Vitro Experimental Study
Effects of Natural Mouthwash on the Force Degradation of Orthodontic Elastomeric Chains: An In Vitro Experimental Study Open
View article: p-Nitrophenyl butyrate hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4A in Excel format.
p-Nitrophenyl butyrate hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4A in Excel format. Open
p-Nitrophenyl butyrate hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4A in Excel format.
View article: Ester hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4E in Excel format.
Ester hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4E in Excel format. Open
Ester hydrolysis data underpinning Fig 4E in Excel format.
View article: Enzyme‐Inspired Hydrogen‐Bonded Organic Frameworks for Synergistic Capture, Detection, and Degradation of Nerve Agent Simulants
Enzyme‐Inspired Hydrogen‐Bonded Organic Frameworks for Synergistic Capture, Detection, and Degradation of Nerve Agent Simulants Open
Nerve agents (NAs), a class of highly toxic organophosphorus (OP) compounds, pose a significant threat to global security. The development of integrated protective materials that can simultaneously capture airborne OPs, detect, and degrade…
View article: Effect of degradation state on zeta potential values (top) and isoelectric point (IEP, bottom) of PE (left) and PET (right) at different degradation times.
Effect of degradation state on zeta potential values (top) and isoelectric point (IEP, bottom) of PE (left) and PET (right) at different degradation times. Open
Gray symbols in PE degraded plastics showed instability in the alkaline region.
View article: RepurposingCommercial Hydrolytic and Oxidative Enzymestoward Synergistic PLA Depolymerization
RepurposingCommercial Hydrolytic and Oxidative Enzymestoward Synergistic PLA Depolymerization Open
The enzymatic depolymerization of polylactic acid (PLA) under mild conditions remains a major challenge in sustainable plastic recycling. Here, we report a synergistic system combining Tritirachium album proteinase K (PrK) with two commerc…
View article: Study on Hydrolytic Degradation of Polyester and Polyamide in Basic Solutions at High Temperatures
Study on Hydrolytic Degradation of Polyester and Polyamide in Basic Solutions at High Temperatures Open
Plugging materials play a crucial role in oil production. Current development of temporary plugging agents still faces challenges such as insufficient sealing strength, poor temperature resistance, and complex manufacturing processes. To e…
View article: Summary of PE degradation after 2000 hours of accelerated UV exposure (approx. 14 months natural sunlight) with proposed functional oxidation of polymer groups shown below.
Summary of PE degradation after 2000 hours of accelerated UV exposure (approx. 14 months natural sunlight) with proposed functional oxidation of polymer groups shown below. Open
Functional group formation progresses from alcohols to carbonyl and carboxylic acids, with decreased particle size and hydrophobicity, and increased surface area, roughness, charge, and ion binding capacity. (PDF)
View article: Dual RecyclablePolyimide-Esters from a Biobased Biimide Diacid
Dual RecyclablePolyimide-Esters from a Biobased Biimide Diacid Open
The biorenewable and high-performance polymers with recyclability are highly desired to establish a sustainable society. In this study, a biobased biimide diester (BD) was readily synthesized by the solvent-free imidization reaction betwee…
View article: Computational Study of a Versatile Lipase for the Degradation of Polylactic Acid
Computational Study of a Versatile Lipase for the Degradation of Polylactic Acid Open
View article: Thiourea-PromotedControllable Interlocked Polymerizationin Cocrystals of <i>N</i>‑Thiocarboxyanhydrides
Thiourea-PromotedControllable Interlocked Polymerizationin Cocrystals of <i>N</i>‑Thiocarboxyanhydrides Open
Poly(amino acid)s, renowned for their biodegradability and structural versatility, are widely used in biomedical applications. While N-carboxyanhydride (NCA) ring-opening polymerization (ROP) has enabled polypeptide synthesis, chall…
View article: Degradation Mechanism of Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) in the Acidic SC2 Solution of Semiconductor Radio Corporation of America (RCA) Cleaning
Degradation Mechanism of Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) in the Acidic SC2 Solution of Semiconductor Radio Corporation of America (RCA) Cleaning Open
The degradation behavior and mechanism of perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) in the acidic Standard Clean 2 (SC2) solutions were studied to facilitate their application in semiconductor Radio Corporation of America (RCA) cleaning processes. The res…
View article: Corrigendum to “Enhancing the degradation properties of poly (trimethylene carbonate) by simple and effective copolymerization of trimethylene carbonate with p-dioxanone” [Polymer Degradation and Stability, 231 (2025), 111086]
Corrigendum to “Enhancing the degradation properties of poly (trimethylene carbonate) by simple and effective copolymerization of trimethylene carbonate with p-dioxanone” [Polymer Degradation and Stability, 231 (2025), 111086] Open
View article: Thiourea-PromotedControllable Interlocked Polymerizationin Cocrystals of <i>N</i>‑Thiocarboxyanhydrides
Thiourea-PromotedControllable Interlocked Polymerizationin Cocrystals of <i>N</i>‑Thiocarboxyanhydrides Open
Poly(amino acid)s, renowned for their biodegradability and structural versatility, are widely used in biomedical applications. While N-carboxyanhydride (NCA) ring-opening polymerization (ROP) has enabled polypeptide synthesis, chall…
View article: Trace-stimuli-triggered controlled degradation for hydrogel adhesives
Trace-stimuli-triggered controlled degradation for hydrogel adhesives Open
Biodegradable hydrogels are promising for tissue adhesives and implantable coatings, but are often limited by harsh degradation triggers and uncontrolled breakdown. Here, we present a biodegradable hydrogel design strategy that leverages a…
View article: Assessing the degradation of polyester fibres from different textiles: A simulation based on laundry release
Assessing the degradation of polyester fibres from different textiles: A simulation based on laundry release Open
Polyester (PES) is one of the main synthetic polymers used by the textile industry. The fate of PES microfibres in the environment depends on various parameters including photodegradation and fibres characteristics. In this study, the rele…
View article: Thermostable Bacterial Esterases From Lipase Family 1.5 Degrade Compostable Polyesters PBAT and PBSA
Thermostable Bacterial Esterases From Lipase Family 1.5 Degrade Compostable Polyesters PBAT and PBSA Open
The escalating plastics crisis, exacerbated by the accumulation of nonbiodegradable polyesters in the environment, has necessitated the exploration of sustainable waste management solutions such as enzymatic hydrolysis in industrial recycl…
View article: Enzymatic Potential of Schizophyllum commune BNT39 in BHET Hydrolysis and PET Biodegradation
Enzymatic Potential of Schizophyllum commune BNT39 in BHET Hydrolysis and PET Biodegradation Open
The accumulation of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in the environment demands efficient microbial strategies for its degradation. This study evaluates the biodegradation potential of Schizophyllum commune BNT39 toward bis(2-hydroxyethyl)…
View article: Effective RecyclingPathways of Commodity PolymersEnabled by Mechanoradical Capture
Effective RecyclingPathways of Commodity PolymersEnabled by Mechanoradical Capture Open
Plastics pervade every aspect of modern life, yet effective mechanical recycling remains a major challenge. This is, in part, because of the mechanical forces that are involved in reprocessing, which break polymer chains and generate mecha…
View article: Overcoming Hydrophobicity with Water Enables Ultrafast Hydrolysis of Waste Polyethylene Terephthalate at Very Mild Conditions
Overcoming Hydrophobicity with Water Enables Ultrafast Hydrolysis of Waste Polyethylene Terephthalate at Very Mild Conditions Open
Chemical recycling of plastics holds great promise but remains constrained by sustainability issues, with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) epitomizing this challenge. Herein, we introduce a conceptually novel strategy that overcomes PET's …