The global market for micro and nanocellulose is set for rapid growth through 2035, driven by demand for sustainable, high-performance alternatives to petroleum-based materials. With applications in ...

Research in materials engineering seeks to find alternatives to oil-based plastics from bio-based materials, one of which is nanocellulose. Nanocellulose is made by breaking down cellulose into ...

Research in materials engineering seeks to find alternatives to oil-based plastics from bio-based materials, one of which is nanocellulose. Nanocellulose is made by breaking down cellulose into ...

New bacterial nanocellulose-covered stents integrate seamlessly with tissues, deliver drugs precisely, and promise safer treatments for airway and vascular diseases.

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Tiny plastic particles from decorative glitter infiltrate water systems and soil worldwide, adding to the growing crisis of microplastic pollution. These shimmering specks, ...

One promising candidate is a material known as nanocellulose, which is composed of tiny cellulose fibers obtained from plant sources such as agricultural or forestry waste. It can't do the job all ...

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are strong, biodegradable, and derived from plant biomass. Explore how they’re made and their ...

It can be eight times as strong as steel. Startup creates incredibly strong material from unexpected source: 'You want your ...