biodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesPolymer composites and self-healingMicroplastics and Plastic Pollution

Jun Yang, Tie Zhang, Xiao-Xia Lu, Yewu Liu

2026.1.1Polymer Chemistry

DOI: 10.1039/d6py00078a

Abstract

Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (P3HB) is a promising sustainable plastic alternative, valued for its inherent biodegradability, biocompatibility, and desirable material properties. While structural modification of P3HB has largely centered on side-chain functionalization, its...

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YANG, Jun, et al. Epoxide-modulated ring-opening polymerization of β-butyrolactone. Polymer Chemistry, 2026, 17(13): 1300–1307.