Bioplastics, such polylactic acid (PLA), may be promising alternatives to the plastics used in medical products. Bioplastics ...

a patented bioplastic made from hemp, which is reported to safely decompose within 180 days. The material, designed to serve as a substitute for conventional plastic products, is said to break ...

For Takahashi, the ultimate goal is to create bioplastics from agricultural waste, such as the by-products of sugar beet or banana cultivation. For bioplastics to make a dent in the waste problem ...

Agriculture Canada research scientist Qiang Liu and his research team at the University of Guelph are trying to find new ways ...

Data suggest that only about 3% of European-produced bioplastics are cellulose films, used as coatings for products such as vehicle parts. Europe currently leads the world in bioplastics ...

A new study examines consumers’ familiarity with bioplastics in Japan, their preferences for bioplastic products, and the effect of educational interventions on their preferences.

The project aims to address critical global environmental challenges while promoting circular economy practices ...