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- A biodegradable waterproof coating for paperResearchers from the University of Tokyo developed a biodegradable and low-cost coating to make paper waterproof. Called Choetsu, the coating consists of a combination…
- Waterproof shoes made of recycled coffeeFinnish start-up Rens Original developed waterproof and odour-resistant slip-on shoes made of recycled coffee. Every day, 2 billion cups of coffee are consumed worldwide,…
- New coating makes natural fabrics waterproofResearchers at MIT developed a new coating that not only adds water-repellency to natural fabrics, but is also more effective than coatings that are…
- Edible Fungus Creates Natural Waterproof Coatings for Textiles, Paper and WoodResearchers have created a biobased, food-safe coating made from edible fungal mycelium. This new material offers designers a natural alternative to plastic-based waterproof layers…
- Waterproof hemp shoesThe start-up DopeKicks introduces the first waterproof hemp shoes, featuring cannabis hemp fabric, cork, and recycled rubber. Hemp is well known for its incredibly…
- Waterproof, Breathable, and Circular: A New Approach to Orthopaedic BracingPlaster casts have been widely used in the treatment of fractures, but their limitations—including weight, fragility, and susceptibility to water damage—have led to the…
- Waterproof boots made from upcycled coffee groundsJapanese footwear brand Ccilu developed what they claim is the first all-season rainboot made from upcycled coffee grounds. With 25 billion kilograms of coffee…
