IBM, Stanford Unveil Green Chemistry BreakthroughScientists from IBM and Stanford University have unveiled discoveries that could lead to the development of new types of biodegradable, biocompatible plastics.Mar 10, 2010 Scientists from IBM and Stanford University have unveiled discoveries that could lead to the development of new types of biodegradable, biocompatible plastics. The result of a multi-year research effort, the breakthrough also could lead to a new recycling process that has the potential to significantly increase the ability to recycle and reuse common PET and plant-based plastics in the future. These announcement may have sustainability implications across a wide range of industries including biodegradable plastics, plastics recycling, health care and microelectronics. IBM and Stanford scientists are pioneering the application of organocatalysis to green polymer chemistry, which represents a fundamental shift in the field. This discovery and new approach using organic catalysts could lead to well-defined, biodegradable molecules made from renewable resources in an environmentally responsible way.Latest in HomeU.S. Steel to Permanently Idle Steelmaking at Ill. FacilityNovember 29, 2023Consumer Reports: EVs Less Reliable, on Average, Than Conventional Cars and TrucksNovember 29, 2023Toyota to Sell $2B Denso StakeNovember 29, 2023Despite $1.1B in Strike Costs, GM Bullish on YearNovember 29, 2023Related StoriesHomeNotice: No Mnet Newsletters Next WeekHomeNo Mnet Newsletters Until Jan. 3HomePreview Days Videos Help Attendees Pre-Plan IMTS 2022 AgendaHomeNotice: No Newsletters Next Week