Mussels' unique and remarkable ability to stick to underwater surfaces has inspired a new, more efficient, and environmentally friendly way to extract critical rare earth elements.
A de-inkable, recyclable, mono-material polyethylene pouch received the award for Recyclability/design for Recycling, representing the value of partnerships along the value chain.
Understanding the atomic-scale mysteries of "crushing" chemistry is the goal of an expanded research center with a $20 million investment from the U.S. National Science Foundation.