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Researchers develop biodegradable, plant-based packaging from natural fibers – new research

  • Written by J. Carson Meredith, Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
Researchers develop biodegradable, plant-based packaging from natural fibers – new researchPlastic packaging fills up landfills – engineers are working on a bio-based alternative that could replace the kind shown here. tuk69tuk/iStock via Getty Images

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