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  • Researchers Collaborate on Ocean-Degradable Bioplastics
    Article - 24 Oct 2022
    In our latest interview, AZoM spoke with Dr. Anne Meyer and Dr. Alyson Santoro who are currently collaborating as part of Nereid Biomaterials. This group is creating a new biopolymer that can be...
  • Self-Cleaning, Dirt-Repellent and Degradable Bioplastics
    Article - 28 Feb 2022
    AZoM talks to Mehren Ghasemlou, a research fellow at RMIT University, about his research that has developed a self-cleaning and biodegradable bioplastic that is inspired by the lotus leaf.
  • Producing Bioplastics From Organic Waste
    Article - 6 Feb 2023
    Bioplastics have the potential to mitigate the environmental impacts of traditional plastics. Genecis bioindustries are revolutionizing the plastic industry by producing bioplastics from organic...
  • How are Bioplastics Made?
    Article - 14 Oct 2022
    Bioplastics offer improved material properties and potentially lower environmental impacts than conventional plastic materials made from petrochemicals. “Drop-in” bio-based plastics are compatible...
  • Transforming Byproducts into Bioplastics: An Interview with KUORI's Founder
    Article - 28 Nov 2023
    At The Greener Manufacturing Show 2023, we spoke with KUORI CEO and Founder Sarah Harbarth about the growth and ambitions of the company as it develops its novel materials.
  • Toyota to Make Biodegradable Plastics from Sweet Potatoes - News Item
    Article - 27 Sep 2004
    Toyota has developed a biodegradable plastic based on sweet potatoes, sugar cane and corn which are used to make polylactics acid. Potential applicatiosn for this material are mentioned. This material...
  • What Are Sustainable Materials?
    Article - 4 Oct 2024
    Sustainable materials, including bioplastics and recycled metals, are vital for eco-friendly construction, promoting resource efficiency and reducing pollution.
  • Plastic Alternatives: Where Are We Now?
    Article - 22 Nov 2021
    Plastic waste is seriously harming our planet’s health. Single-use, broken, lost, and discarded plastic items alike do not decompose in nature, instead polluting our soil and waterways for thousands...
  • How Plastics are Derived from Soybeans
    Article - 7 Jun 2018
    With petroleum-derived plastics becoming ubiquitous, the world is facing a huge problem with both the source and the disposal of these materials. A real alternative is emerging in the form of plastics...
  • Unlocking Sustainability: Advancements in Biodegradable Plastics Synthesis
    Article - 18 Mar 2024
    Exploring biodegradable plastics as sustainable alternatives, utilizing CO2 and bio-based polymers to combat plastic pollution.

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