Biodegradable

Scientists create recyclable alternative to durable plastics

Cornell researchers have developed a recyclable thermoset plastic from bio-based materials, reducing plastic waste and improving sustainability.

Groundbreaking new plastic completely biodegrades within 30 days Joshua Shavit

Researchers develop plant-based biodegradable microplastics Joshua Shavit

Groundbreaking 3D-printed ‘living material’ could clean up contaminated water Joseph Shavit

Scientists develop the first-ever eco-friendly, biodegradable, biorecyclable glass Joseph Shavit

Saving our oceans: Novel plastic material biodegrades in ocean water Joseph Shavit

Scientists create an eco-friendly battery made from an unexpected source — crab shells Joshua Shavit

Print, recycle, repeat: Scientists demonstrate a biodegradable printed circuit Joseph Shavit

Silk offers an alternative to some microplastics Joshua Shavit

Gamechanging process breaks down plastics using only UV light Joseph Shavit

Using sunlight to convert oil spills into seawater Joseph Shavit

Protein-based plastics could save the oceans Joseph Shavit

Seaweed based biodegradable material designed “to make packaging disappear”Joseph Shavit

New ‘smart’ bacteria-killing packaging keeps food fresh Joseph Shavit

Bugs and microbes around the world are evolving to eat plastic, study finds Joseph Shavit

Using bacteria to build eco-friendly construction materials Joshua Shavit