Improving plastics recycling
6/6/22

Our multidisciplinary research aims to develop new cutting-edge technologies for plastics recycling. 

A New York State Center of Excellence
6/6/22

We are leading the education and research efforts associated with plastics recycling. 

Multidisciplinary experts
6/6/22

From chemical engineering to communication, our multidisciplinary faculty are working together to solve New York's plastics problems.

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Our Research

In addition to developing secondary recyclable markets and streamlining the recycling process, our researchers are focused on the following specific tasks.

  • Task 1
    5/29/24
    Map the reverse supply for plastics in NYS and conduct a deep dive into the structure of the collection, disposal, and recycling industries
  • Task 2
    5/28/24
    Improve the efficiency of businesses involved in collecting and processing plastics in New York State
  • Task 3
    5/28/24
    Research plastics in natural environments (micro/nano plastics)
  • Task 4
    5/28/24
    Research plastics in New York agriculture/food and medical industries
  • Task 5
    5/28/24
    Understand contemporary attitudes toward recycling; design and test campaigns aimed at increasing recycling knowledge
  • Task 6
    5/28/24
    Develop advanced high speed plastic sorting by molecular contrast infrared imaging
  • Task 7
    5/29/24
    Develop multi-modal non-destructive testing for recycled plastics in products
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About Us

The Initiative on Plastic Recycling Research and Innovation is a multidisciplinary initiative addressing a range of contemporary issues related to plastics recycling, with the goal of advancing plastics recycling in NY state and beyond.

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