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Food-Grade Hydrophobic Polymer (FGHP) Based Microplastic Removal in Water
THE CHALLENGE Across global water utilities and industrial treatment markets, the rapid rise in microplastic and nanoplastic contamination is creating a costly, unresolved operational problem that existing technologies cannot reliably solve. Current solutions, such as membrane filtration, adsorption systems, and chemical coagulation, struggle with...
Published: 4/23/2026   |   Updated: 4/23/2026   |   Inventor(s): Bipin Lade, F. Marc Michel
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemicals/Materials
Controlled Synthesis of Poly(olefin sulfone)s
THE CHALLENGE Poly(olefin sulfone)s (POSs) offer a uniquely tunable combination of high polarity, high glass transition temperatures, thermal and oxidative stability, and chemical robustness, enabling potential applications in semiconductor technologies, advanced battery components, high-performance gas-separation membranes, and next-generation engineering...
Published: 4/10/2026   |   Updated: 3/26/2026   |   Inventor(s): Anna Steele, John Matson, Diego Troya
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Poly(phenylene sulfide) Gels and Aerogels
THE CHALLENGE The key challenge in commercializing high-performance porous materials like poly(phenylene sulfide) aerogels lies in the complex, costly, and environmentally taxing manufacturing processes currently required. Traditional methods depend on toxic or high-boiling-point solvents and energy-intensive drying techniques such as supercritical...
Published: 1/29/2026   |   Updated: 1/29/2026   |   Inventor(s): Robert Moore, Garrett Godshall, Christopher Williams, Daniel Rau
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Polyaryletherketone (paek) Gels and Aerogels
THE CHALLENGE Developing lightweight high-performance aerogels from advanced polymers like PEEK and PEKK presents a major business and manufacturing challenge due to the complex and costly processing these materials require. Their exceptional thermal and chemical stability make them ideal for demanding applications in aerospace energy and environmental...
Published: 1/29/2026   |   Updated: 1/29/2026   |   Inventor(s): Robert Moore, Glenn Spiering, Michelle Pomatto
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Polyester Gels and Aerogels
THE CHALLENGE Polymer aerogels offer a unique combination of ultralow density, high porosity, and very low thermal conductivity, making them highly promising for industrial applications in energy storage, aerospace, filtration, and thermal insulation. Their lightweight and tunable mechanical properties give them an edge over traditional materials...
Published: 1/29/2026   |   Updated: 1/29/2026   |   Inventor(s): Robert Moore, Garrett Godshall
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemicals/Materials, Technology Classifications > Additive Manufacturing
Polymer-Ionic Composites for Selective Sorption and Separations of Gases
THE CHALLENGE The gas separation industry faces a pressing business and technical challenge: current technologies like amine scrubbing and solid adsorbents are too energy-intensive, corrosive, or inefficient for widespread, cost-effective deployment. Chemical solvents such as aqueous amines require high regeneration temperatures and frequent replacement...
Published: 2/4/2026   |   Updated: 1/15/2026   |   Inventor(s): Rebecca Martin, Louis Madsen
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Tailored Molecular Ionic Composite Electrolytes for High-Voltage Solid-State Lithium Batteries with Improved Cycling Performance
THE CHALLENGE The development of solid-state lithium batteries faces a major business challenge: creating a polymer electrolyte that is both technically reliable and commercially viable. While these batteries promise safer and more energy-dense storage by eliminating flammable liquids, current polymer electrolytes struggle with low ionic conductivity...
Published: 1/15/2026   |   Updated: 1/15/2026   |   Inventor(s): Feng Lin, Jungki Min, Louis Madsen
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemicals/Materials, Technology Classifications > Energy
Electrolytes Comprising a Rigid Polymer, Salt, and Salt-Coordinating Molecules
THE CHALLENGE The commercialization of solid-state batteries faces a major challenge due to the lack of a single electrolyte material that can meet both technical performance and manufacturing needs. While polymer electrolytes like polyethylene oxide are easy to process, they struggle with low conductivity at room temperature and poor mechanical strength,...
Published: 1/15/2026   |   Updated: 1/15/2026   |   Inventor(s): Deyang Yu, Louis Madsen
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Metamaterial Adhesives for Packaging, Hanging, and Handling
THE CHALLENGE A major challenge in adhesive technology is developing products that offer strong, reliable bonding while also allowing easy and repeatable removal—without damaging surfaces or requiring costly manufacturing. Most commercial adhesives force a trade-off: permanent glues offer strength but ruin surfaces or require harsh solvents...
Published: 1/15/2026   |   Updated: 1/15/2026   |   Inventor(s): Michael Bartlett, Chanhong Lee
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Enantioselective Metal Catalyst for Stereocomplex Poly(Lactic Acid)
THE CHALLENGE The major challenge in commercializing high-performance polylactic acid (PLA) lies in bridging the gap between cost-effective production and premium material properties. While PLA is a biodegradable and sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics, its basic form is too brittle and heat-sensitive for many industrial applications....
Published: 12/11/2025   |   Updated: 12/11/2025   |   Inventor(s): Rong Tong, Xiaoyu Xie, Ziyu Huo
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Chemicals/Materials
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