Scientists Create Egg-Based Coating to Preserve Fresh Produce
When the coating was applied to produce by spraying or dipping, it showed a remarkable ability to resist rotting for an extended period
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Keeping Bacteria from Cross-Contaminating Fresh Produce
Texas A&M researchers have created a coating that can be applied to surfaces like conveyor belts and collection buckets
Ice-Proof Coating for Big Structures Relies on a ‘Beautiful Demonstration of Mechanics’
The spray-on coatings cause ice to fall away from structures—regardless of their size—with just the force of a light breeze
Antireflection Coating Makes Plastic Invisible
Antireflection coatings have a multitude of practical applications, including glare reduction on eyeglasses, computer monitors, and your smartphone display
Scientists Create 'Impossible' Materials in Simple Way
Scientists have created nitrides, a material previously considered impossible to obtain
A Better Fake Leather, Inspired by Plants
Researchers invent nano-coating for synthetic leather that cleans itself—and won't get sticky on a hot day
Ultra-White Coating Modeled on Beetle Scales
The material—which is 20 times whiter than paper—is made from non-toxic cellulose and achieves such bright whiteness by mimicking the structure of the ultra-thin scales of certain types of beetle
Clever Coating Opens Door to Smart Windows
New ultra-thin coating responds to heat and cold
New "Sugar-Glass" Film Uses Viruses to Kill Harmful Bacteria in Food
The coating could someday be used in the food packaging and processing industries to help prevent food-borne illnesses and deaths
Clay-Based Antimicrobial Packaging Keeps Food Fresh
New film provides a one-two punch, preventing over-ripening and microbial growth, which could help improve the shelf life of perishables