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Junk plastic turns into high-value commodity with chemistry trick
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Researchers untangle the chemistry behind turning PVC into high-grade motor lubricant — plus, how engineered yeast can help make a cancer drug.
00:45 The chemistry behind converting PVC into lubricant
Research article: Munyaneza et al.
09:15 Research Highlights
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