Would you like to get a glimpse into the daily work life of a chemist? Meet Waralee Dilokekunakul! She is a chemical engineer at the

Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) is an established method for the rapid and non-destructive identification of various types of polymers. In this process, the material is irradiated

To investigate this, we used a near-infrared device. This technology allows various polymers to be identified and analyzed. Which plastics can be detected in Felix’s

From Aachen to Toronto: Sarah Brettschneider, winner of the inaugural catalaix Serendipity Award, presented her research at the 2026 Canadian Society for Chemistry and Chemical

This very property makes polystyrene so lightweight and insulating at the same time. That’s why it’s frequently used for packaging, insulation materials, and coolers. Its

At the catalaix research center, we selectively comminute actual polymer products for further analysis and test series. This is an essential step in processing waste