Polysaccharides, such as chitosan, exhibit poor mechanical and barrier characteristics in their current form. Consequently, compared to common plastic films, using materials based on biopolymers in ...

A new study shows that chitosan helps rats expel ingested microplastics more efficiently, opening the door to dietary interventions that could reduce the health risks of plastic buildup in the ...

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Lithium-ion batteries, along with fuel cells and supercapacitors, are one of the key technologies driving the electrification of society and industry and overcoming the environmental damage of fossil ...