material science
The Pressing Plastic Problem
Building Blocks Whether you are aware of it or not, the recycling system around the globe is flawed. Even when we think we’re doing our part to save the planet, much of our plastic is no longer used again and ends up in landfills. But there might be a solution: plastic bricks. No, this isn’t […]
Is Lab-Grown Wood The Solution to Deforestation?
Have you ever considered the amount of resources, energy, and effort that goes into making your wooden furniture?
4 Vegan Fashion Brands You Need to Know About
Being vegan is in style these days. Fashion brands big and small are meeting the moment with vegan-friendly materials and products.
Planet-Friendly PPE: Startup Makes Biodegradable Face Mask
Since the COVID-19 pandemic started last year, the world has become even more dependent on personal protective equipment. Before the pandemic, PPE was a thing of hospitals, dental offices, veterinarian offices, and laboratories. Now, they’re everywhere, and I think we’ve all seen gloves or a face mask on the ground in a parking lot. Luckily, […]
Crabs in the closet? Allbirds new apparel uses recycled crab shells
Allbirds' new apparel is made partly from recycled crab shells. Biodegradable materials help curb the fashion industry's environmental impact.
How Scientists are Making Flip-Flops from Algae
Scientists are using algae to create biodegradable flip flops, a solution against plastic pollution that will help clean our oceans.
