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Scientists developed a scalable rotational bioreactor process that aligns cellulose-producing bacteria to produce ultra-strong, multifunctional bacterial cellulose; tensile strength reaches 436 MPa (553 MPa with boron nitride additives) and heat dissipation improves threefold, enabling potential replacement of plastics in packaging, electronics and more.
Scientists have developed a scalable, sustainable supermaterial from bacterial cellulose that could replace plastics in various applications, including packaging and electronics, by enhancing its strength and multifunctionality through nanotechnology and innovative biofabrication methods.
Researchers at The Chinese University of Hong Kong have developed an edible, transparent, and biodegradable material using bacterial cellulose (BC) as a sustainable alternative to plastic food packaging. By incorporating soy proteins into the structure and coating it with an oil-resistant composite, they created a robust BC-based composite packaging that can be completely degraded within 1-2 months. The material is safe for consumption by sea animals and does not require specific industrial composting conditions to degrade. The researchers are now exploring ways to enhance the versatility of modified BC films and make them more competitive with traditional plastics while maintaining their eco-friendliness.