Consumer Goods

The Invention An aqueous microbial cleaning composition having excellent storage and germination properties, comprising bacterial spores and alkyl polyglucosides or sodium lauryl ether sulfates. The Science Story Probiotics are smart bacteria that remain inactive - until they detect dirt, at which point they activate to break down grime. Probiotics continue to target dirt long after the product has been used, reaching hard-to-clean areas for a thorough cleansing. They cont

What Was The Invention A self-healing polyurethane-urea materials that utilize dynamic covalent chemistry (hindered urea bonds) to autonomously repair structural cuts or scratches at room temperature without external catalysts. What Was The Published Story An industry and trade profile on how automotive coatings are evolving to reduce maintenance costs, highlighting the chemical mechanism behind scratch-resistant, autonomous healing surfaces. Trade Story Link: Aviation Week /