Rising energy concerns, rapid infrastructure development, and greater environmental
awareness have fueled the demand for sustainable materials. In this direction, sustainable …

Poly-lactic acid (PLA) has become a commonly used polymer for additive manufacturing
because of its bio-derived nature, useful mechanical properties, and excellent …

Cellulose nanocrystals isolated from water hyacinth fiber (WHF) have been studied as a
reinforcement for polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-gelatin nanocomposite. Central composite design …

In this study, several simple equations are suggested to investigate the effects of size and
density on the number, surface area, stiffening efficiency, and specific surface area of …

Over millions of years, animals and plants have evolved complex molecules and structures
that endow them with vibrant colors. Among the sources of natural coloration, structural color …

Geraniaceae seeds represent a role model in soft robotics thanks to their ability to move
autonomously across and into the soil driven by humidity changes. The secret behind their …

Polymers derived from plant and animal sources are of great interest in wastewater
remediation due to their cost-effectiveness and renewable adsorption capabilities, one such …

Cellulose is one of the most versatile biopolymers found in nature. Its use is now
transitioning from sustainability-focused development to provide technical solutions across a …

Starch/PBAT nanocomposite films with high starch content were prepared using one-step
compounding and subsequent extrusion blowing. The effects of the starch/PBAT weight …

Environmental concerns and cost reduction have encouraged the use of natural fillers as
reinforcement in polymer composites. Currently, a wide variety of reinforcement, such as …