A recent study published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts presents a novel application for palm oil refining by-products, specifically the synthesis of organotin mercaptide-based thermal stabilizers for polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The research demonstrates the high efficacy of the synthesized stabilizer, which outperforms traditional mixed metal stearate, offering a sustainable and cost-effective alternative.

A recent study in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts examines the effect of climate change, particularly temperature, on lignin deposition in plant cell walls. The findings suggest that lignin production, a critical resource for energy and chemical industries, is sensitive to temperature fluctuations, with implications for global warming adaptation strategies.

A recent study in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts delves into the effects of temperature and pressure on thermoforming softwood pulp, aiming to develop advanced wood-fiber-based materials as alternatives to fossil plastics. The research provides insights into the potential of tailored thermoforming processes for creating sustainable packaging materials.

Researchers unveil the synthesis and modification strategies of biochar, emphasizing its pivotal role in environmental and energy applications, and outline the path forward for sustainable development.

In a significant development for sustainable technology, scientists have discovered a method to transform waste oil into a powerful material for energy storage, creating nitrogen-doped hierarchical porous carbons (HPCs) specifically designed for supercapacitors.

A new study reveals how plants can harness their genetic makeup to fend off Podosphaera xanthii, the fungal culprit behind powdery mildew.

Children undergoing radiotherapy often face intense fear and anxiety due to the intimidating environment of large machines, loud machine noise, and being alone in the treatment room. To combat this, a multidisciplinary team from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), comprising experts from the Department of Health Technology and Informatics and the Industrial Centre, has leveraged cutting-edge mixed reality technology at the Hybrid Immersive Virtual Environment (HiVE) to create a more reassuring setting for children during radiotherapy preparation.

Urban navigation has undergone substantial technological advancements in recent decades, enhancing smart living environments while improving human life. With his ongoing research in this impactful field covering location-based services and navigation and positioning technologies, Dr HSU Li-Ta, Associate Head and Associate Professor of the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, and Limin Young Scholar in Aerospace Navigation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received an unrestricted grant from Google to advance research in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and sensor fusion technologies.