Biomaterials
Looking to fungi, spiders and other natural insect killers for less toxic alternatives to synthetic pesticides
New technologies based on natural chemicals are yielding more environmentally friendly ways to control pests that eat our food and harm our health. Read More
Could plastics actually help fight climate change?
The answer is in the chemistry. Read More
The whole package: Is 'sustainable packaging' another buzzword, or can it actually cut waste?
New and innovative materials are starting to compete with traditional plastics. Read More
It's a ball to keep microfibers out of the ocean
Rachael Miller's team at Cora Ball spun this laundry solution out of a greater ocean cleanup effort. Read More
The bio-based material that’s stronger than spider silk
Its secret ingredient: cellulose nanofibers commonly found in trees and plants. Read More
Have biomaterials reached a tipping point?
Biomaterials have come a long way. With companies such as Walmart and Dupont already embracing them, the technology may be about to hit the mainstream. Read More
