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. 2022 Feb 9;9(1):28–34. doi: 10.1557/s43581-021-00015-7

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Contributions of polymer science and biotechnology for the sustainable development of plastics. Further to the traditional circular economy concept and the integration of LCSA, the development of polymer-based materials should adopt green chemistry principles (less hazardous chemical synthesis, design of safer chemicals, using renewable feedstock, design for degradation, etc.) and biotechnology (biocatalysts, multi-product biorefinery, and bioproducts that can be directly incorporated into materials). Moreover, the design of smart and functional materials is envisioned to enhance reuse, recycling, and degradation strategies.