The processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers represent an emerging field of nanotechnology. These materials, containing fillers with unique properties resulting from their nanometric scale and the biological composition of the polymer matrix, are being widely explored in several areas, including medicine, food, packaging, and the environment.
In the search for more sustainable and efficient materials, biopolymers and green rubbers offer a promising alternative to conventional materials. Their origins from renewable sources and biodegradability make them ideal for environmentally conscious applications.
Exploring the application of these nanomaterials in areas such as regenerative medicine, controlled drug release and biocompatible sensors is essential. Furthermore, its use in packaging and artifacts in the automotive industry highlights its potential positive impact on today's society, promoting more sustainable practices and reducing the environmental footprint of various industrial sectors. The continuous study of these materials aims to optimize their properties and maximize their potential for society.
A fundamental problem in this field is the need to improve both the processing and handling of these materials, ensuring their efficiency and environmental safety.
One approach to meeting this challenge involves developing more effective and environmentally friendly processing techniques. This may include using manufacturing methods such as extrusion under controlled conditions to ensure product uniformity and quality. Furthermore, it is essential to invest in more efficient degradation methods to reduce the environmental impact of these materials after their use.
Recent advances in this area include intensive research into biopolymeric nanocomposites, which combine mechanical and biodegradable properties. Furthermore, there is a growing interest in using advanced recycling technologies to reuse and regenerate biopolymeric materials and green rubbers, thus minimizing waste.
In short, addressing the processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers is crucial to driving sustainability in the materials industry. Through innovative techniques and recent advances, we can achieve more efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly materials.
In this Research Topic, we welcome bibliographic reviews, case studies, bibliometric reviews, action research, and surveys on modeling of polymeric materials, including conventional processing and 3D printing.
Keywords:
Biopolymers; Green erasers; Polymer processing; Biodegradation
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.
The processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers represent an emerging field of nanotechnology. These materials, containing fillers with unique properties resulting from their nanometric scale and the biological composition of the polymer matrix, are being widely explored in several areas, including medicine, food, packaging, and the environment.
In the search for more sustainable and efficient materials, biopolymers and green rubbers offer a promising alternative to conventional materials. Their origins from renewable sources and biodegradability make them ideal for environmentally conscious applications.
Exploring the application of these nanomaterials in areas such as regenerative medicine, controlled drug release and biocompatible sensors is essential. Furthermore, its use in packaging and artifacts in the automotive industry highlights its potential positive impact on today's society, promoting more sustainable practices and reducing the environmental footprint of various industrial sectors. The continuous study of these materials aims to optimize their properties and maximize their potential for society.
A fundamental problem in this field is the need to improve both the processing and handling of these materials, ensuring their efficiency and environmental safety.
One approach to meeting this challenge involves developing more effective and environmentally friendly processing techniques. This may include using manufacturing methods such as extrusion under controlled conditions to ensure product uniformity and quality. Furthermore, it is essential to invest in more efficient degradation methods to reduce the environmental impact of these materials after their use.
Recent advances in this area include intensive research into biopolymeric nanocomposites, which combine mechanical and biodegradable properties. Furthermore, there is a growing interest in using advanced recycling technologies to reuse and regenerate biopolymeric materials and green rubbers, thus minimizing waste.
In short, addressing the processing and degradation of biopolymeric nanomaterials and green rubbers is crucial to driving sustainability in the materials industry. Through innovative techniques and recent advances, we can achieve more efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly materials.
In this Research Topic, we welcome bibliographic reviews, case studies, bibliometric reviews, action research, and surveys on modeling of polymeric materials, including conventional processing and 3D printing.
Keywords:
Biopolymers; Green erasers; Polymer processing; Biodegradation
Important Note:
All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.