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  • Polymer Science
  • Materials Science
  • Sustainable Chemistry

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  • Baroplastic polymers enable low-energy processing under mild pressure, preserving integrity and reducing microplastic residues.
  • Poly(L-lactide)-block-poly(ethylene glycol)-block-poly(L-lactide) (PLLA-b-PEG-b-PLLA) triblock copolymers exhibit baroplasticity for ambient temperature processing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize and characterize PLLA-b-PEG-b-PLLA triblock copolymers with specific block lengths.
  • To evaluate the compostability and recyclability of these baroplastic polymers.
  • To explore the potential of low-temperature baroplastic processing for heat-sensitive materials.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis and characterization of PLLA-b-PEG-b-PLLA triblock copolymers.
  • Assessment of degradation under industrial composting conditions.
  • Evaluation of chemical and physical recyclability.
  • Testing of protein activity preservation during baroplastic processing.

Main Results:

  • Synthesized PLLA-b-PEG-b-PLLA copolymers demonstrated baroplasticity at ambient temperatures.
  • Polymers showed rapid degradation within 2 months under industrial composting.
  • Effective chemical and physical recyclability was confirmed.
  • Low-temperature baroplastic processing preserved the activity of encapsulated heat-sensitive proteins.

Conclusions:

  • PLLA-b-PEG-b-PLLA copolymers combine sustainable processing, compostability, and recyclability.
  • These polymers present a promising platform for environmentally friendly applications in packaging and agriculture.
  • Baroplastic processing offers a method for handling sensitive biomolecules within polymeric materials.