Super-strong bacterial cellulose macrofibers made simple with tension-assisted twisting technique
In a recent breakthrough, researchers have utilized a one-step tension-assisted twisting (TAT) method to fabricate bacterial cellulose (BC) macrofibers with exceptional strength and moisture responsiveness, ...
Researchers develop new sustainable material: Cellulose-MXene composites
The quest for sustainable materials with advanced functionalities has led to the development of a novel class of composites known as Cellulose-MXene. This innovative material, developed by researchers ...
How naturally abundant biopolymers can help develop biomass-derived antimicrobials
In a bid to combat the rising threat of antibacterial resistance, researchers from the Research Center for Biomass and Bioproducts, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), have delved into the ...
Experts review the rise of cellulose in water remediation
In a world grappling with environmental challenges, the search for sustainable solutions has never been more critical. One such solution lies in the realm of bio-renewable materials, as highlighted in ...
Exploring non-wood cellulose fibers for sustainable textiles
In a world increasingly aware of environmental footprints, the textile industry stands at a crossroads, tasked with the challenge of sustainability. A recent study by a team of researchers at North Carolina ...
Hydrogen bonding discovery could transform the use of glowing properties in organic materials
New research from the University of St Andrews has uncovered how hydrogen bonds can enhance the phosphorescence efficiency and versatility of organic luminescent materials, potentially transforming fields ...
Chemists use light to replace an oxygen atom with a nitrogen atom in a molecule
A team of chemists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology has succeeded in pulling an oxygen atom from a molecule and replacing it with a nitrogen atom. In their study, published in ...
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