Plastic bags and bottles become industrial-strength adhesives through new upcycling method
A new upcycling method converts used plastics into strong adhesives. The process uses polyolefins, which make up half of the world's plastic use and often end up in landfills or incinerators. This could potentially reduce waste from these common materials.
Why it's good news: It offers a creative way to reuse and recycle plastics that would otherwise go to waste.
The science section covers breakthroughs in medicine, physics, biology, and technology. We surface discoveries that expand what humanity can do, from new treatments reaching clinical trials to engineering feats that seemed impossible a decade ago. Every link goes to the original publisher so you can read the full study or press release yourself.
If today's breakthrough story sparked something, a live 1-on-1 tutor can take you from curious to competent. First lesson guaranteed or your money back.
Try Preply free →More Science & Breakthroughs stories
The Los Angeles City Council has passed an ordinance to ban oil drilling in certain neighborhoods after years of communi…
A dermatologist suggests that taking a full shower every day may be more of a habitual routine than necessary for medica…
Most news feeds won't give you another one. Our morning letter will: one email at sunrise with the day's best good news.
Start tomorrow morning →