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- Converting Cow Manure into Manufacturing-Grade Cellulose: A New Circular Material ApproachResearchers from University College London (UCL) and Edinburgh Napier University have developed a method to extract cellulose from cow manure and convert it into…
- Rhino-Inspired Cellulose Fibres Combine Strength And BiodegradabilityResearchers from Anhui Agricultural University and Zhejiang University have developed high-performance cellulose fibres that combine the strength of advanced synthetic fibres with toughness comparable…
- Bacterial celluloseBacterial cellulose is a remarkable fibrous structural component of biofilms created through fermentation. This organic material is toxic-free and exhibits exceptional tensile strength, making it stronger than traditional plant-based cellulose. The bacterial cellulose samples are dyed with pigments derived from vegetables and fungi.
- An optical fibre made of celluloseResearchers at VTT Institute in Finland developed an optical fibre made of cellulose, which could be used in sensor applications. The core of the…
- Using microbial cellulose as sustainable packaging materialFor her bachelor project at the Free University of Bolzano-Bozen in 2017, Italy-based designer Emma Sicher developed microbial cellulose made from fruits and vegetables…
- 100% Cellulose Films and Coatings Offer Scalable Alternative to Plastic PackagingResearchers in Finland have developed a new generation of fully cellulose-based films and coatings that could help the packaging industry reduce its dependence on…
- Sustainable Cellulose from Agricultural Waste: Oat Husks and Wheat Straw as Viable AlternativesAs demand for cellulose-based textile fibres continues to rise, researchers are exploring sustainable alternatives to traditional wood-derived pulp. A recent study published in RSC…
- Ekovilla Cellulose Insulation SlabEkovilla Cellulose Insulation Slab is an eco-friendly insulation solution designed for walls, roofs, and floors. Crafted from pure cellulose fibers sourced from recycled newspapers, this insulation panel brings sustainability and performance together. Bound together with bonding fibers and treated with flame-retardant salts, it delivers strong fire resistance while maintaining its natural benefits.
- The future of wood- and cellulose-based materialsStudents from Chemarts, a collaboration between School of Chemical Engineering (CHEM) and The School of Arts, Design and Architecture (ARTS) of Aalto University in…
- Material made from cellulose and chitin could replace flexible plastic packagingResearchers at Georgia Institute of Technology created a biodegradable material made from cellulose, derived from tree fibres, and chitin, derived from crab shells, that…
- Solar-Powered Refrigerator Uses Bacterial Cellulose InsulationXero Cool is an experimental refrigerator that combines solar-powered cooling with insulation made from bacterial cellulose xerogel. Developed by designer Audrey Levy during her…
- Furniture made of cellulose and ligninDesigner Basse Stittgen designed a series of furniture pieces, made of cellulose and lignin, that mimic the look of real wood. The main ingredients…
- Biodegradable glitter made from celluloseResearchers at the University of Cambridge (UK) developed sustainable, plastic-free glitter for use in cosmetics, made from cellulose found in fruits, vegetables and other…
- Construction material made of cellulose wasteHonext is a sustainable construction material made of cellulose leftover of unusable paper sludge and cardboard waste. Most construction materials are difficult to recycle…
- Leather-free handbag made of bacterial celluloseGerman biofabrication research company ScobyTec developed a vegan leather alternative made of bacterial cellulose, which they used to create a business handbag. ScobyTec consists…
- Cellulose-based foam insulates better than StyrofoamResearchers at Washington State University in the US developed an environmentally, cellulose-based foam that insulates better than oil-based Styrofoam. Polystyrene foam or Styrofoam, made…
- Recovered cellulose acetateThis fabric is made from recycled cigarette filters, transforming one of the most common yet overlooked waste streams into a valuable textile resource. Cigarette filters are composed of cellulose acetate, a semi-synthetic polymer derived from cellulose. The process begins with the large-scale collection of discarded cigarette butts, followed by a purification phase designed to remove tar, nicotine, and other toxic residues. Once cleaned, the filters are shredded into short fibres that are processed into a soft, felt-like nonwoven material.
- Cellulose nanofibres to replace steel in carsWith the rapid development of electric cars, finding a lightweight material to replace steel is more important than ever in the automotive industry. Japanese…
- Cenit Lighting Series Combines Cultivated Cellulose With Natural AshMexican biomaterials company Polybion and design studio Natural Urbano have launched Cenit. This made-to-order lighting collection combines natural ash with translucent Celium. Polybion grows…
- Mycelium And Cellulose Nanofibrils Form Plastic-Free Food PackagingResearchers at the University of Maine have developed a fully bio-based food packaging material made from mycelium and cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs). The material offers…
- A pentagonal ‘Eiffel tower’ made of ice and celluloseStudents from Eindhoven University of Technology, in collaboration with students from the Summa College in Eindhoven, made a pentagonal ‘Eiffel tower’ made of sprayed…
- Shimmering sequins made of wood celluloseWith her project Bio Iridescent Sequin, designer Elissa Brunato developed a bio-based alternative to petroleum-based plastic sequins, made of wood cellulose. The textile and…
- Wood cellulose material is stronger than spider silkSpider silk has long been considered to be the strongest biobased material, and there have been many (successful) attempts in mimicking this material. However,…
- Water filter from wood cellulose offers portable, eco-friendly purificationClean water is, unfortunately, not guaranteed for anyone. In some countries, people have to make due with polluted water or travel long distances to…
