New Plant-Derived Composite Is Tough as Bone and Hard as Aluminum
The material could pave the way for sustainable plastics
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How Bacteria Adhere to Fiber in the Gut
Molecular mechanics of bacterial superglue
Researchers Develop Flexible, Biocompatible Nanocellulose Sensors That Can Be Attached to the Skin
The 3D-printed analytic chips, made of renewable raw materials, will even be biodegradable in the future
Digestive Ability of Ancient Insects Could Boost Biofuel Development
The surprising find occurred when a team at the University of York were investigating the digestive system of firebrats
To Find New Biofuel Enzymes, It Can Take a Microbial Village
Berkeley Lab-led study unveils new source of robust cellulases in compost
Insight into Enzyme's 3D Structure Could Cut Biofuel Costs
Neutron crystallography maps LPMOs that break down fibrous cellulose
Research Examines Obstacles to Making Biofuel from Perennial Plants
"We have to solve the problem of breaking down cellulose fibrils before biomass can be considered an economically viable source of renewable energy,” researcher says
Chemistry Lessons from Bacteria May Improve Biofuel Production
Analysis of bacteria shows efficient ways we might mimic their abilities to tear up cellulose to make fuel from otherwise unusable plant material
Clothing Made from Tea Byproduct Could Improve Health of Fashion Industry
The properties of this material are similar to leather once it’s harvested and dried, and can be used to make clothing, shoes, or handbags
Biofuel Tech Straight from the Farm
Research team taps EMSL, DOE JGI to harness promising fungi found in manure