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The Critical Role of Processing Sequence on the Mechanical Properties of Reactively Compatibilized PLA/PBAT Blends: Effect of Manufacturing Method (2025)
Journal Article
Soleymani Eil Bakhtiari, S., Salehiyan, R., Sasi, A., Shyha, I., & Sun, D. (online). The Critical Role of Processing Sequence on the Mechanical Properties of Reactively Compatibilized PLA/PBAT Blends: Effect of Manufacturing Method. Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, Article e00108. https://doi.org/10.1002/mame.202500108

In this study, polylactic acid (PLA)/polybutylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate (PBAT)/Joncryl blends are prepared via film extrusion, compression molding, and injection molding to investigate the effects of processing sequence and compatibilization on in... Read More about The Critical Role of Processing Sequence on the Mechanical Properties of Reactively Compatibilized PLA/PBAT Blends: Effect of Manufacturing Method.

Enhancing Polylactic Acid Properties by Blending With Recycled Polycarbonate: The Effect of a Bio‐Based Compatibilizer on Properties (2025)
Journal Article
Dehghani, S., Salehiyan, R., Pholharn, D., Worajittiphon, P., & Srithep, Y. (2025). Enhancing Polylactic Acid Properties by Blending With Recycled Polycarbonate: The Effect of a Bio‐Based Compatibilizer on Properties. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 142(29), https://doi.org/10.1002/app.57197

This study explores enhancing polylactic acid (PLA) by blending it with recycled polycarbonate (r-PC) to improve its brittleness and thermal limitations. Recycled r-PC, obtained from compact discs, was mixed with PLA in varying ratios (100:0 to 0:100... Read More about Enhancing Polylactic Acid Properties by Blending With Recycled Polycarbonate: The Effect of a Bio‐Based Compatibilizer on Properties.

Re-evaluating Bioplastic Blend Wastes through Mechanical Recycling and Chemical Modification (2025)
Journal Article
Eil Bakhtiari, S. S., Shyha, I., Sun, D., Nofar, M., & Salehiyan, R. (2025). Re-evaluating Bioplastic Blend Wastes through Mechanical Recycling and Chemical Modification. Advanced Industrial and Engineering Polymer Research, 8(3), 289-321. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aiepr.2025.03.001

The escalating environmental challenges posed by conventional plastics have amplified the importance of biodegradable polymers as sustainable alternatives. However, addressing their recyclability and reprocessing is critical to enhancing their enviro... Read More about Re-evaluating Bioplastic Blend Wastes through Mechanical Recycling and Chemical Modification.

Upcycling Alum Sludge as a Reinforcement in PBAT Composites: A Sustainable Approach to Waste Valorisation (2025)
Journal Article
Sun, D., Henthorn, T., Popescu, C.-M., & Salehiyan, R. (2025). Upcycling Alum Sludge as a Reinforcement in PBAT Composites: A Sustainable Approach to Waste Valorisation. Applied Sciences, 15(5), Article 2591. https://doi.org/10.3390/app15052591

This study explores the valorisation of alum sludge, a byproduct of water treatment processes, as a sustainable reinforcement material in Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) composites. The research aims to address industrial waste challen... Read More about Upcycling Alum Sludge as a Reinforcement in PBAT Composites: A Sustainable Approach to Waste Valorisation.

Mechanical and thermal properties of polylactic acid blended with recycled polymethyl methacrylate (2025)
Journal Article
Dehghani, S., Salehiyan, R., Pholharn, D., & Srithep, Y. (2025). Mechanical and thermal properties of polylactic acid blended with recycled polymethyl methacrylate. Polymer Engineering and Science, 65(4), 2119-2132. https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.27141

This study investigates the effect of incorporating recycled polymethyl methacrylate (r-PMMA) into polylactic acid (PLA) and further modifications with a bio-based compatibilizer (epoxidized soybean oil [ESO]). Various PLA:r-PMMA ratios were evaluate... Read More about Mechanical and thermal properties of polylactic acid blended with recycled polymethyl methacrylate.

Enhanced re‐processability of poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) ( PBAT ) via chain extension toward a more sustainable end‐of‐life (2024)
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Salehiyan, R., Kim, M. C., Xia, T., Jin, S., Nofar, M., Chalmers, L., & Hyun, K. (2025). Enhanced re‐processability of poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) ( PBAT ) via chain extension toward a more sustainable end‐of‐life. Polymer Engineering and Science, 65(3), 1187-1199. https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.27067

Poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) is a biodegradable polymer recognized for its potential to reduce plastic waste due to its biodegradability and compostability. However, conventional end-of-life options for PBAT, such as composting and... Read More about Enhanced re‐processability of poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) ( PBAT ) via chain extension toward a more sustainable end‐of‐life.

Rheological Behavior of Bitumen Modified by Synthesized Polyurethane Based on MDI–PPG Reactive Prepolymers (2024)
Journal Article
Xia, T., Xu, Y., Salehiyan, R., Wan, C., & McNally, T. (2025). Rheological Behavior of Bitumen Modified by Synthesized Polyurethane Based on MDI–PPG Reactive Prepolymers. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 37(2), https://doi.org/10.1061/jmcee7.mteng-19012

Bitumen without modification is prone to suffer from damage under extreme temperature and traffic conditions, leading to distress such as rutting, fatigue cracking, and thermal cracking. Polyurethane-modified bitumen can effectively be prepared at lo... Read More about Rheological Behavior of Bitumen Modified by Synthesized Polyurethane Based on MDI–PPG Reactive Prepolymers.

Unveiling the Significance of Graphene Nanoplatelet (GNP) Localization in Tuning the Performance of PP/HDPE Blends (2024)
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Salehiyan, R., El-Samak, A. A., Kamkar, M., Erfanian, E., Hodge, S. A., Sundararaj, U., & McNally, T. (2024). Unveiling the Significance of Graphene Nanoplatelet (GNP) Localization in Tuning the Performance of PP/HDPE Blends. Materials, 17(22), Article 5673. https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17225673

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) blends are widely used in industries requiring mechanically durable materials, yet the impact of processing parameters on blend performance remains underexplored. This study investigates the inf... Read More about Unveiling the Significance of Graphene Nanoplatelet (GNP) Localization in Tuning the Performance of PP/HDPE Blends.

Mechanical recycling of polyamide 6 and polypropylene for automotive applications (2024)
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Dehghani, S., Salehiyan, R., & Srithep, Y. (2025). Mechanical recycling of polyamide 6 and polypropylene for automotive applications. Polymer Engineering and Science, 65(1), 250-257. https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.27006

This study investigates the mechanical recycling of polyamide 6 (PA6) from discarded fishing nets and polypropylene (PP) from automotive battery scraps and household waste for automotive applications. The mechanical properties of both materials were... Read More about Mechanical recycling of polyamide 6 and polypropylene for automotive applications.

A review on rheological approaches as a perfect tool to monitor thermal degradation of biodegradable polymers (2024)
Journal Article
Salehiyan, R., & Soleymani Eil Bakhtiari, S. (2024). A review on rheological approaches as a perfect tool to monitor thermal degradation of biodegradable polymers. Korea-Australia rheology journal, 36(4), 295-317. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13367-024-00111-3

This review provides an in-depth analysis of the thermal degradation of biodegradable polymers through rheological methods. Focusing on key techniques such as time sweep tests, frequency sweep tests, and nonlinear rheological analyses gained at highe... Read More about A review on rheological approaches as a perfect tool to monitor thermal degradation of biodegradable polymers.