Hard, durable and self-healing materials | Takuzo Aida
Channel: World Economic Forum
Date: 2019-02-26

Poly(ether thiourea) is a new kind of polymer glass which is tough but can be repaired simply by pressing together two broken pieces, even at room temperature. Takuzo Aida from the University of Tokyo explores the potential implications, such as reducing plastic waste. 

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