Characterization and engineering of plastic-degrading polyesterases jmPE13 and jmPE14 from Pseudomonas bacterium by Xiaoli Zhou, Xianmin Zhou, Zhiqiang Xu, Mingxia Zhang, Honghui Zhu

“…Degradation by microbial enzymes is the most promising way for the biobased upcycling of the wastes. However, there is still a shortage of high-performance enzymes, and more efficient polyester hydrolases need to be developed. …”
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Waste tire rubber-based materials: Processing, performance properties and development strategies by Krzysztof Formela

“…Although, energy recovery is step forward for suitable waste tires collection and management, it should not be considered as a green and environmentally-friendly method.Waste tires recycling and upcycling technologies are crucial for further realization of circular economy strategies. …”
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Artificial photosynthesis beyond water splitting for environmental remediation by Chin, Kek Foo, Đokić, Miloš, Soo, Han Sen

“…Here, we discuss the ongoing challenges of commercializing traditional artificial photosynthetic systems based on water splitting and highlight the advantages of replacing the water oxidation half-reaction with value-added alternatives, including biomass valorization and plastics upcycling.…”
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Benefici senza valore, valore senza benefici by Maria Antonietta Sbordone, Gianni Montagna, Carmela Ilenia Amato, Martina Orlacchio, Angelo Rega

“…La sfida è focalizzata al rafforzamento del dialogo tra il mondo accademico e le realtà manifatturiere, che collaborano allo upcycling ripensando il sistema tessile e dell’abbigliamento in linea con la prospettiva sostenibile. …”
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LEVERAGING LIVESTOCK TO PROMOTE A CIRCULAR FOOD SYSTEM by Zhengxia DOU

“…This analysis, focusing on the modern food systems in developed countries, aims to highlight the unique function of livestock that helps people re-harvest and upcycle crop and food residues generated along the food chain that are otherwise unfit for human consumption. …”
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ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE URBANIZATION OF THE NATIONAL THEATRE IN LONDON THROUGH CHANGE OF USE AND FUNCTIONS OF ARCHITECTURE by Danijela Rogina, Radivoje Dinulović

“…The theoretical framework of this paper focuses on literature findings relating to identified key aspects such as innovative approaches in changes of use — recycling and upcycling, green infrastructure and financial aspects, concepts of “right of the place”, and public participation. …”
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Microalgae in lab-grown meat production by Arturo Nickolay Rojas-Tavara, Alberto Jesus Donayre-Torres

“…In this review, we discuss recent advances of different microalgae applications in the production of lab-grown meat, with special emphasis on their use as a replacement for fetal bovine serum (FBS) or culture media, as well as its applicability as a source of cell oxygenation and waste upcycling to extend the life of animal cell cultures. …”
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Light-driven polymer recycling to monomers and small molecules by Laura Wimberger, Gervase Ng, Cyrille Boyer

“…This review focuses on light-driven approaches for chemically recycling and upcycling plastic waste, with emphasis on reduced energy consumption and selective transformations not achievable with heat-driven methods. …”
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From people, for people by Julian Hetzel, Miguel Ángel Melgares

“…El público es invitado a adquirir un producto de lujo, perfectamente empaquetado y perturbadamente contaminado, explicando que los beneficios de las ventas serán donadas a una comunidad en África central, para desarrollar un proyecto denominado Water Wells For Africa. El proceso de upcycling de la culpabilidad occidental en un producto de consumo ayuda a establecer un discurso sobre la denominada responsabilidad social corporativa. …”
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Exploring circularity in the electric vehicle (EV) sector by Ong, Kai Zheng

“…To tackle these issues, this study reviews the circularity framework within the EV sector, which promotes better resource utilization through reuse and upcycling - a vital strategy for sustainability. Furthermore, various countries have enacted recycling and research & development policies to provide legal and policy support for advancing recycling technology. …”
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Transient responses of product formation in nonthermal plasma-assisted D2O-CO2-rubber reaction by Steven S.C. Chuang, Fnu Huhe, Aderinsola Oduntan, Zhenmeng Peng

“…Nonthermal plasma-assisted reactions at ambient temperature hold promise for applications in upcycling of polymer wastes. Transient studies showed that the H2 response led that of D2, indicating that CH breaking occurred earlier than D-OD bond breaking in D2O-rubber and D2O-CO2-rubber reactions. …”
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The Potential of Algae in the Nutricosmetic Sector by Irene Dini

“…The primary and secondary metabolites’ upcycling can be an exciting opportunity to safeguard the planet (promoting a circular economy) and, at the same time, obtain low-cost bioactive molecules for the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries from low-cost, raw, and renewable materials. …”
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Appropriate Technology-Based AMI Deployment in Multi-Dwelling Units by Eunsung Oh, Sung-Yong Son

“…We also discuss several technologies and implementation issues in the upcycling of AMR for more reliable service. This study provides a guide for when configuring an information measurement system for a new energy service.…”
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Cultivation of Black Soldier Fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) Larvae for the Valorization of Spent Coffee Ground: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Study by Donald John Calvien Hutabarat, Dave Mangindaan

“…The combination of both nutrition and toxic alkaloids (caffeine) makes SCG and/or other coffee parts intriguing for recycling (or upcycling) via BSF cultivation to generate insect protein. …”
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An Overview of Lignocellulose and Its Biotechnological Importance in High-Value Product Production by Abidemi Oluranti Ojo

“…Additionally, several challenges in upcycling lignocellulose and alleviation strategies were discussed. …”
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Wah, so Chapalang by Lim, En Qi

“…Furthermore, in this research project, the nature of Singaporean Chapalang will be documented, deconstructed, and promoted by highlighting the common ideas of upcycling and creating resourceful designs. In addition, various post-modernist philosophies, such as Object-Oriented Ontology (OOO), Existentialism and Avant-Garde art movements, will be studied thoroughly, as their corresponding design approaches are reflected in the Chapalang designs in Singapore.…”
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Sewjak by Lau, Li Xuan

“…It is the first platform in Singapore that provides a personalised upcycling service, where a person’s unwanted clothes are deconstructed and reconstructed to form a new piece of clothing. …”
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Valorising aquaculture sidestreams into advanced hydrogels for wound dressing applications by Thenarianto, Calvin

“…The extraction and upcycling of bullfrog skin is a promising study, as a novel source of both type A and B gelatin, assisting Singapore in achieving sustainability. …”
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Unlocking superior properties in polypropylene/polyethylene terephthalate (PP/PET) blends using an ethylene-butylene-acrylate terpolymer reactive compatibilizer by Sebastián Coba-Daza, Itziar Otaegi, Nora Aramburu, Gonzalo Guerrica-Echevarria, Lourdes Irusta, Alba González, Lena Neubauer, Georg Ramer, Bernhard Lendl, Gerhard Hubner, Dario Cavallo, Davide Tranchida, Alejandro J. Müller

“…These findings contribute to understanding the compatibilization processes, offering valuable guidance for developing efficient upcycling processes for mixed plastic waste.…”
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Approaches in Sustainable, Biobased Multilayer Packaging Solutions by Kristina Eissenberger, Arantxa Ballesteros, Robbe De Bisschop, Elodie Bugnicourt, Patrizia Cinelli, Marc Defoin, Elke Demeyer, Siegfried Fürtauer, Claudio Gioia, Lola Gómez, Ramona Hornberger, Constance Ißbrücker, Mara Mennella, Hasso von Pogrell, Laura Rodriguez-Turienzo, Angela Romano, Antonella Rosato, Nadja Saile, Christian Schulz, Katrin Schwede, Laura Sisti, Daniele Spinelli, Max Sturm, Willem Uyttendaele, Steven Verstichel, Markus Schmid

“…Moreover, we discuss the human factor in terms of consumer perception and acceptance of upcycling.…”
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