Utilization of biomass as a chemical resource is a promising strategy for establishing a circular economy. Cellulose, a polymer composed of glucose units, is the most abundant form of biomass, and ...

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a natural polymer obtained from the bacterium Gluconacetobacter xylinus. It possesses high crystallinity, purity (free from lignin and hemicelluloses), a large capacity for ...

For the past week, talk about Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” has taken over the internet as folks dissect everything from the soundtrack to what exactly is going on in that last scene. But the latest buzz ...

Fabric is made by converting raw fibers into yarn, yarn into fabric, and then finishing that fabric for appearance, performance, and durability. The core sequence is: Fiber Production → Cleaning → ...

Chemicals, energies and materials derived from lignocellulosic biomass are renewable and sustainable, and have the potential to replace fossil feedstocks. Biorefinery, a process to fractionate ...

We’ve collectively moved the sartorial standard, and it’s time to celebrate. We are fortunate enough to be living in the age of peak comfort in fashion. After spending two years in sweatpants at home, ...