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Bacteria-produced leather is already an eco-friendly alternative to its cow-derived counterpart, but it could soon be even eco-friendlier. Scientists have derived a method of getting the microbes to ...

Bacteria produce materials that are of interest to humans, such as cellulose, silk and minerals. The advantage of producing bacteria in this way is that it is sustainable, takes place at room ...

A team led by researchers from the University of Houston and Rice University has demonstrated a method for producing stronger, multifunctional bacterial cellulose sheets that could support the ...

Over the years, the biomaterials company has collaborated with the likes of Sydney-born brand Lee Mathews, Waverly Mills in ...

The field of bone tissue engineering (BTE) was a promising avenue for addressing bone injuries and defects by constructing artificial scaffolds with bionic functionalities. Due to its unique 3D ...

Researchers at the University College London are transforming yeast leftover from brewing beer into edible "scaffolds" for cultivated meat — also known as lab-grown meat — thus offering a more ...

Beneficial bacteria boost crop growth but struggle to survive in soil. New research shows embedding these bacteria in a ...

Researchers have successfully uncovered the molecular mechanisms by which bacterial cellulose patches stimulate the regeneration of plant wounds. The regeneration process requires the activation of ...

Acne is a common skin condition affecting a significant portion of the global population, often causing physical and psychological distress. This ...