Innovative Research Award
Olivia Soliman
University of Hartford, United States
Olivia Soliman is associated with research in polymer recycling and upcycling, with reported bibliometric indicators of 30 documents, 829 citations and an h-index of 14. Her supplied publication record spans polymer depolymerization, recovered chemical products, sustainable materials and potential biomedical applications. These topics connect materials science with resource recovery and circular-economy approaches. The publications listed here provide the basis for this academic recognition profile and consideration for the Innovative Research Award. (1)
Abstract
This profile summarizes the supplied research record of Olivia Soliman, focusing on polymer recycling, upcycling and the conversion of waste plastics into potentially useful materials. The listed studies examine chemical recovery from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), characterization of polymer blends and the reuse of recovered products in pharmaceutical formulations. Collectively, these subjects illustrate research directions that connect waste valorization with materials engineering and applied chemistry. The publication metadata provides evidence of activity across several related areas, although individual author contributions and study-specific outcomes should be verified against the original articles. (1)
Keywords
Polymer recycling; plastic upcycling; polyethylene terephthalate; depolymerization; circular economy; sustainable materials; polylactic acid; polymer characterization.
Introduction
Plastic waste management increasingly involves approaches that recover materials or chemical building blocks rather than treating used plastics solely as disposable waste. Chemical recycling can transform selected polymers into products for further industrial use, while polymer engineering evaluates how composition and processing affect material performance. The supplied publications reflect these complementary themes, including PET recovery and the characterization of blends containing biodegradable polymers. (2)
Research Profile
The listed research spans sustainable chemistry, polymer engineering and selected pharmaceutical applications. Its central thematic connection is the development or evaluation of materials and processes that may improve resource utilization. The reported Scopus indicators provide a quantitative overview of the research record, but they do not independently establish the quality, originality or practical adoption of each contribution. Institutional affiliation and author identity should be confirmed through the linked researcher profiles.
Research Contributions
The supplied publications address several stages of polymer valorization: recovering chemical compounds from discarded plastics, evaluating polymer-blend properties and exploring the formulation of tablets using calcium lactate recovered from recycled polylactic acid. Another listed study investigates microwave-assisted recycling of postconsumer PET. Together, these topics illustrate how recycling research can connect chemical processing, material characterization and potential downstream applications. Their specific technical findings should be interpreted using the full papers and reported experimental data. (3)
Publications
The supplied records identify five journal articles relevant to the stated research themes:
- “Preparation and Characterization of Immediate-Release Tablets Containing Calcium Lactate Recovered from Chemically Recycled Poly(lactic acid) 3D Printing Filaments.” Polymers, 2026. DOI: 10.3390/polym18192422. (1)
- “High quality terephthalic acid produced via a single step depolymerization-purification process of postconsumer polyethylene terephthalate for co-crystallization applications.” Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 2025. DOI: 10.1016/j.scp.2025.102252. (2)
- “Effects of Halloysite Nanotubes on Binary Blends of Thermoplastic Starch With Polyhydroxybutyrate and Polylactic Acid: Investigation of Morphological, Rheological, Mechanical, and Thermal Properties.” Polymer Engineering & Science, 2025. DOI: 10.1002/pen.70048. (3)
- “Freeze-thawed electrosprayed everolimus loaded nanoparticles as a potential drug delivery system in brain tumours: Design and characterisation.” Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2024.106209. (4)
- “Mechanochemical and mechanobiological recycling of postconsumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics under microwave irradiation: a comparative study.” Journal of Polymer Research, 2023. DOI: 10.1007/s10965-023-03740-4. (5)
Research Impact
The reported 829 citations and h-index of 14 indicate that the supplied Scopus record has received scholarly attention. The publication topics also relate to broader efforts to reduce plastic waste and recover value from used materials. Citation indicators vary over time and across disciplines; they should therefore be considered alongside methodological rigor, reproducibility and evidence of practical relevance.
Award Suitability
The listed work provides relevant material for consideration for the Innovative Research Award associated with the Global CAD Awards. The combination of polymer recycling, chemical recovery and material applications aligns with innovation-focused research themes. A complete evaluation should verify authorship, assess each study’s novelty and methods, and examine evidence of environmental or industrial benefit. This profile summarizes the supplied information and does not constitute confirmation of an award decision.
Conclusion
Olivia Soliman’s supplied research record covers polymer recycling, sustainable chemistry and materials characterization, with publications addressing both recovered chemical products and potential applications. The reported bibliometric indicators provide context for scholarly activity, while the listed DOI records enable readers to examine the underlying studies. Verification of author-level contributions and detailed findings remains important for a rigorous assessment of research innovation and impact.
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References
- “Preparation and Characterization of Immediate-Release Tablets Containing Calcium Lactate Recovered from Chemically Recycled Poly(lactic acid) 3D Printing Filaments.” Polymers, 2026. [https://doi.org/10.3390/polym18192422]
- “High quality terephthalic acid produced via a single step depolymerization-purification process of postconsumer polyethylene terephthalate for co-crystallization applications.” Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 2025. [https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scp.2025.102252]
- “Effects of Halloysite Nanotubes on Binary Blends of Thermoplastic Starch With Polyhydroxybutyrate and Polylactic Acid.” Polymer Engineering & Science, 2025. [https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.70048]
- “Freeze-thawed electrosprayed everolimus loaded nanoparticles as a potential drug delivery system in brain tumours: Design and characterisation.” Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 2024. [https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jddst.2024.106209]
- “Mechanochemical and mechanobiological recycling of postconsumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics under microwave irradiation: a comparative study.” Journal of Polymer Research, 2023. [https://doi.org/10.1007/s10965-023-03740]
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Olivia Soliman, Author ID 56811558100. Scopus. [https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=56811558100]
- ORCID. (n.d.). Olivia Soliman researcher identifier. [https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6449-5108]