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A University of Maryland research team says it is nearing a breakthrough to tackle plastic pollution by developing cost-effective biodegradable packaging using AI and biomolecular techniques drawn from shrimp and crab shells, with the aim of replacing plastic bags, wraps, water bottles, and other food-packaging materials.
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.