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DNA-Polysaccharide Hydrogels: Recyclable Bioplastics From Waste
Researchers have developed a novel family of DNA bioplastics that combine plant-derived polysaccharides with DNA extracted from natural sources to…
Ocean-Grown Bioplastics: The Rise of Algae-Based Materials
The global plastic crisis demands alternatives that do not compete with food production or drain freshwater supplies. Algae bioplastics are…
PLA Gets 30x Stronger With New Blending Breakthrough
A PLA strength breakthrough published in Nature Materials has demonstrated a 30-fold increase in polylactic acid’s impact resistance through reactive…
Scientists Create Milk-Based Plastic That Biodegrades in 13 Weeks
A team of materials scientists has developed a milk-based biodegradable plastic derived from casein, the primary protein found in cow’s…
New Bioplastic Film Cools Buildings by 9.2°C Without Electricity
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking bioplastic cooling film that can reduce surface temperatures by up to 9.2°C without consuming any…