Packaging
Packaging
Life cycle assessment of multiple dispensing systems used for cosmetic product packaging
02/06/2023 -
The results of this study show that the airless pump packaging system had least environmental burden than other packaging options for all life cycle impact categories. The packaging material...
Synthesis of styrene butadiene copolymer via novel nanoemulsion based system
18/05/2023 -
Nanoemulsion?based SB latex polymerization process.Nanoemulsion polymerization is a novel process for the synthesis of specialty?purpose latexes. In this work, styrene and 1,4?butadiene...
Fate and Impacts of Microplastics in the Environment: Hydrosphere, Pedosphere, and Atmosphere
24/04/2023 -
Plastic litter is on the rise where plastic waste ends up in undesignated areas such as the coastal shorelines, where the plastic is exposed to environmental conditions. As a result, the degradation...
Metallic Finishes in Plastic Decoration
28/03/2023 -
Courtesy of Tapematic Metallic finishes in decorated plastic remain popular with...
Optimizing Clinical Workflow Using Precision Medicine and Advanced Data Analytics
19/03/2023 -
Precision medicine—of which precision prescribing is a core component—is becoming a new frontier in today’s healthcare. Both artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Fabrication of Nano-Silver–Silver Ion Composite Antibacterial Agents for Green Powder Coatings
07/03/2023 -
Nano-silver is characterized by broad-spectral, strong and stable antibacterial properties, which make it a promising material in coating applications. However, the efficiency of nano-silver is...
Development and evaluation of sunscreen cream containing solid lipid nanoparticles of Spinacia oleraceae
23/02/2023 -
More research is needed to understand the benefits of environmentally safe and human-friendly herbal-based sunscreen agents against ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Because of the toxicity of synthetic...
Viscoelastic Properties of Polymeric Microneedles Determined by Micromanipulation Measurements and Mathematical Modelling
21/02/2023 -
Microneedles, including dissolvable ones made from biocompatible and biodegradable materials, have been widely studied and can potentially be used for transdermal drug delivery, disease diagnosis...
Antibacterial Activity of Ulva/Nanocellulose and Ulva/Ag/Cellulose Nanocomposites and Both Blended with Fluoride against Bacteria Causing Dental Decay
20/02/2023 -
One of the most prevalent chronic infectious disorders is tooth decay. Acids produced when plaque bacteria break down sugar in the mouth cause tooth decay. Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus...
Application of the Hyperspectral Imaging Method to Assess the Effectiveness of Permanent Makeup Removal
11/02/2023 -
The growing popularity of permanent makeup is associated with an increase in the need for treatments that effectively remove pigments from the skin. The risk of the radiation wavelength not being...
Sustainable Use of Extracts of Some Plants Growing in Ethiopia for the Formulation of Herbal Shampoo and Its Antimicrobial Evaluation
09/02/2023 -
Shampoo prepares surfactants to remove dirt, surface grease, and skin debris from hair, shaft, and scalp without harming the user. This study aimed to formulate herbal shampoo using Ethiopian plant...
Dental Hydrogels with Essential Oils with Potential Activity in Periodontitis
30/01/2023 -
This study seeks to understand the effects of new hydrogels based on Oregano® essential oil, Frankincense® essential oil, and the Thieves® blend, which includes...
The Influence of Different Cleaning Protocols on the Surface Roughness of Orthodontic Retainers
18/01/2023 -
Thermoplastic materials are sensitive to humidity, temperature variations, enzyme activities, and cyclic loading. All these factors can cause changes to the mechanical properties of the material. The...
Influences of Different CAD/CAM Ceramic Compositions and Thicknesses on the Mechanical Properties of Ceramic Restorations: An In Vitro Study
09/01/2023 -
The aim of this study was to assess the influences of different CAD/CAM ceramic compositions and thicknesses on the surface roughness and hardness of ceramic restorations. Four different ceramics...
Comparative investigation of the structural evolution of zinc stearate and calcium stearate in a polypropylene random copolymer upon heating and cooling
13/02/2023 -
Zinc stearate (ZnSt2) and calcium stearate (CaSt2) are two kinds of extensively used additives in polymer industry. However, the selection principle of the two soaps in different polyolefins is...
Synergistic enhancement in mechanical, thermal, and dielectric properties of PANI@BT/PVDF composites by adding 2D nanoplatelets
27/12/2022 -
Waterborne polyacrylate emulsion with high hydroxyl value is successfully synthesized by copolymerizion modification of polyester. The modified waterborne acrylate emulsion not only overcomes the...
Preparation and properties of soap?free emulsion of polyacrylate grafted by polyester with high HEMA content
27/12/2022 -
Illustration of separation of oil–water mixture: (a) shaken oil–water mixture poured on PHB–SiO2(3) nanofibrous mat coated and uncoated meshes; (b, c) dispersion of mixture of oil and water on...
Investigation of mixed hBN/Al2O3 nanoparticles as additives on grease performance in rolling bearing under limited lubricant supply
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Grease plays an important role in reducing friction and wear of rolling bearings and improving their service life and reliability. However, increasing attention is being paid to the environmental...
On the Inclusion of Adaptive Potential in Species Distribution Models: Towards a Genomic-Informed Approach to Forest Management and Conservation
21/12/2022 -
Ecological modeling refers to the construction and analysis of mathematical models aimed at understanding the complexity of ecological processes and at predicting how real ecosystems might evolve. It...
Measurement of the Temperature Decrease in Evaporating Soap Films
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The film surrounding a soap bubble can be up to 8 °C cooler than the environment, a finding that has implications for bubble stability.
