Akron is continuing to return to its polymer roots as it looks to the future. The Greater Akron Chamber (GAC) hosted a panel discussion, “The Polymer Industry Cluster: Building on our Past – Driving ...

Carbohydrate polymers possess the general chemical formula Cn(H2O)m, in that there are generally two hydrogen atoms for every oxygen atom, though the ratio between n and m may vary, and not all ...

Plastics, by and large, are well-understood materials. Not as strong as most metals, but often much lighter, these man-made polymers have found innumerable applications that have revolutionized the ...

You don’t want to be stuck with this. Last year, US poison centers reported 267 suspected cases of polymer fume fever, a rare, flu-like illness from inhaling fumes from an overheated nonstick pan.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Scientists have created the plastic equivalent of steel—with all ...