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Paper Mill Trash Could Be the Secret to Cheap Clean Energy
05/12/2025

Paper Mill Trash Could Be the Secret to Cheap Clean Energy

Scientists have uncovered new clues about why soybean oil, the most widely consumed cooking oil in the U.S., contributes to significant weight gain in mice.

Multifunctional biodegradable polyvinyl alcohol/ nanolignin composite films of optical, photoluminescence, antimicrobial...
12/11/2025

Multifunctional biodegradable polyvinyl alcohol/ nanolignin composite films of optical, photoluminescence, antimicrobial properties and enhanced fruit preservation ability - Scientific Reports

Lignin is the second most abundant natural polymer after cellulose. It is an affordable renewable material with versatile properties that enable its utilization in many technological applications. This work is concerned with the preparation of nanocomposite biodegradable films based on nanolignin (N...

Biomanufacturing is predicted to be worth up to 30 trillion euros in the next 20 years (Video)
20/10/2025

Biomanufacturing is predicted to be worth up to 30 trillion euros in the next 20 years (Video)

30 Trillion 😂😂😂. I’m sure people at the European Commission believe this.

A Light‐Driven Closed‐Loop Chemical Recycling System for Polypinacols
25/09/2025

A Light‐Driven Closed‐Loop Chemical Recycling System for Polypinacols

This study presents a novel strategy for the photochemical closed-loop recycling of hydroxyl-rich polymers. Simple bis-aldehyde precursors are employed to synthesize polypinacols via UV light irradia...

Plastics are causing stress to crops (and biodegradable alternatives do too)
24/09/2025

Plastics are causing stress to crops (and biodegradable alternatives do too)

Micro- and nanoplastics cause stress to crops such as lettuce and carrots, PhD candidate Laura Julia Zantis found. This can lead to reduced growth and a lower nutritional value. Biodegradable plastics have this effect too, likely because of chemicals they release during degradation.

World Cleanup Day signals rising public demand for ocean action | Euractiv
24/09/2025

World Cleanup Day signals rising public demand for ocean action | Euractiv

Belgium’s Oostende’s shoreline to mark World Cleanup Day with civic beach action

Scientists sound the alarm after making disturbing discovery deep in Mediterranean Sea: 'It was an unsolved mystery'
23/09/2025

Scientists sound the alarm after making disturbing discovery deep in Mediterranean Sea: 'It was an unsolved mystery'

"Now we have a deep understanding of how it happens."

Solvent-based recycling and AI could be the key to solving plastic waste
20/09/2025

Solvent-based recycling and AI could be the key to solving plastic waste

Solvent-based recycling and AI could lead to cleaner, smarter solutions for managing the world’s growing plastic problem.

Scientists make breakthrough discovery that could solve major issue with plastic: 'Real-world applications'
20/09/2025

Scientists make breakthrough discovery that could solve major issue with plastic: 'Real-world applications'

A research team has discovered a way to make infinitely recyclable bioplastics, potentially revolutionizing the plastics industry.

Researchers make jaw-dropping breakthrough after testing 'microscopic air pockets' — here's how it could help solve a gr...
05/09/2025

Researchers make jaw-dropping breakthrough after testing 'microscopic air pockets' — here's how it could help solve a growing global crisis

Scientists have developed a solar-powered sponge that can turn saltwater into drinking water with remarkable efficiency.

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