Scientists are turning to milk proteins, starch, and nanoclay to create biodegradable plastics that break down quickly in soil. As concerns grow about damage to the environment and potential risks to ...

Pollution affects human health and the environment in many ways. Air, water, and land pollution continue to damage ecosystems, with conventional materials—especially plastics—being a primary ...

Northeastern University researchers have discovered that materials used in the development of transient electronics—devices ...

Bronwyn Laycock currently receives funding from the Australian Research Council (through a Discovery Project), Gold Coast City Council, The Qld Govt, DFAT and the Innovation Connections scheme ...

Camp showers are one of the great joys of backpacking. After a long day in the sun drenched in sweat, nothing feels better or more natural than cold rinse amidst the great outdoors. Part of enjoying ...

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PHA may provide a solution for the plastic pollution problem. SUWON, South Korea -- South Korean conglomerate CJ Cheiljedang is jumping into the global market to begin mass production of PHA ...

What are Biodegradable Metallic Materials? Biodegradable materials (BMs) have been a priority for temporary biomedical implants over the past twenty years. These materials, including magnesium, zinc, ...

Laura DiMugno is a journalist who writes about energy, the environment, travel, and technology. She is the founder of Keep It Green, a blog devoted to conservation, sustainability, and culture.