Episode 263
Renewable Bioplastics
Sustainable plastic may be achievable by using compounds found in plant pulp.
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
June 18, 20144m 23s
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Show Notes
Bacteria that can degrade the woody material in plant waste and turn it into an oil-free material for plastics manufacture have been developed by scientists at Warwick University in Britain. Professor Tim Bugg told Chris more... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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