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Science & ResearchAug 5, 2026

Junk plastic turns into high-value commodity with chemistry trick

Nature, Published online: 05 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02445-0 Researchers untangle the chemistry behind turning PVC into high-grade motor lubricant — plus, how engineered yeast can help make a cancer drug.

Nature, Published online: 05 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02445-0 Researchers untangle the chemistry behind turning PVC into high-grade motor lubricant — plus, how engineered yeast can help make a cancer drug.

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