A superabsorbent polymer (SAP) (also called slush powder) is a water-absorbing polymer that can absorb and retain unusually large amounts of liquid relative to its own mass. When mixed, ...

From carbon nanotubes to sawdust and cellulose to fern-inspired nano-hair, a multitude of materials are showing great promise for cleaning up oil spills. Now researchers have turned to waste products ...

Shiseido has been granted a patent for a water-in-oil emulsion cosmetic that provides a replenishing and smooth feel, while minimizing the appearance of skin roughness and discoloration. The cosmetic ...

(MENAFN- Ameliorate Digital Consultancy) Superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) are materials that have the ability to absorb and hold large amounts of liquids. They are used in a wide range of applications, ...

Have you seen online videos of the water-absorbing polymer orbs (often sold under the brand name Orbeez)? At first glance, the transparent orbs appear nearly invisible when placed in water, but are ...

SEOUL -- South Korean chemicals giant LG Chem plans to raise its capacity for superabsorbent polymers by about 30% by the end of the year as a part of its efforts to shift its business focus away from ...

Aside from the sweltering daytime heat and the freezing night-time temperatures, the biggest problem for folks living in desert regions is finding sources of water. Researchers from Eindhoven ...

The secret, water-absorbing chemical in a nappy is a polymer called sodium polyacrylate. A polymer is simply a long chain of repeating molecules. Super-absorbent polymers expand when they meet water ...

'Hairy' nanoparticles made with light-sensitive materials that assemble themselves could one day become 'nano-carriers' providing doctors a new way to simultaneously introduce both therapeutic drugs ...

Atop a research building in Sydney, scientists are testing an unassuming white coating that could make a big difference. A ...