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Engineering End of Life into Plastics

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the potential of environmentally friendly plastics in manufacturing through this TEDx talk by Jeff Bates, a professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Utah. Discover the latest research on rapidly disintegrating plastics that can be broken down by nature. Learn about Bates' work with polymer materials and its applications in biodegradable and sustainable polymer materials, biomedical materials for soft robotics, sensors, and drug delivery methods, as well as materials used in skiing to enhance glide performance. Gain insights into the future of eco-friendly plastic production and its impact on reducing environmental pollution.

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Engineering End of Life into Plastics | Jeff Bates | TEDxBountiful


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