Two-Stage Catalytic Upcycling of Waste Plastics into Valuable Monomers. This project aims to develop innovative catalytic technology for converting non-degradable polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (

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Two-Stage Catalytic Upcycling of Waste Plastics into Valuable Monomers. This project aims to develop innovative catalytic technology for converting non-degradable polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) plastic waste into valuable monomers, which can be repurposed for the production of biodegradable polymers, promoting a circular plastic economy. This will be achieved through the design of bi-functional catalysts capable of breaking down persistent plastic waste into short-chain chemical compounds with a narrow product distribution in a tandem reactor system. The outcomes of this project will provide an advanced solution for efficiently managing plastic waste while enabling the production of high-value chemicals, contributing to both Australia's environmental sustainability and economic growth. . Scheme: Discovery Early Career Researcher Award. Field: 4016 - Materials Engineering. Lead: Dr Jiaquan Li