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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. (online). Re-evaluating Bioplastic Blend Wastes through Mechanical Recycling and Chemical Modification. Advanced Industrial and Engineering Polymer Research, 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.