But most plant-derived bioplastics are made from starch, which has fewer bonds between its glucose building blocks than cellulose, meaning it is easier to break down into useful forms. Starch ...

This involves extracting starch from plants such as corn and potatoes ... and presenting an opportunity to make Tajima’s work with cellulose more eco-friendly. Bacterial building blocks ...

The biobased biodegradable plastic market is poised for significant growth, with its valuation expected to surge from ...