Biodegradable

January 14, 2022

Bangladeshi Scientist Finds A Way To Create BioPlastic From Jute Fibres

Dr. Mubarak Ahmad Khan is currently serving as the Scientific Advisor of Bangladesh Jute Mills corporation (BJMC). The Sonali Bag is a cellulose-based biodegradable bioplastic, an alternative to plastic bags, more specifically

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More Responsible Living , A Trash To Art Project

More Responsible Living is a social awareness project which promotes awareness among people through art, health and sustainable practices. It promotes a plastic free environment, showcases marine debris art, holistic healing, more sustainable apparel and earth friendly products along with

October 24, 2022

Water Resistant Soap Packaging Made From Artichoke & Peapod

Design·Plant Based·Sustainability

Industrial design student, studying in Izmir University of Economics, Alara Ertenu is a bio designer and material researcher, working with food waste. She has

Petrochemical Peril: From Plastic Dependence to a Circular Economy

Opinion·Plastic·Pollution

It becomes increasingly clear that our plastic production habits are a significant contributor, as we peer into the abyss of environmental crises. Exacerbating climate

Caption:To combat global micronutrient deficiency crises, MIT researchers developed novel materials that protect fragile nutrients under harsh cooking and storage conditions. The microparticles seen here are made of biodegradable polymers that dissolve in the stomach to release encapsulated vitamins and minerals. Credits:Credit: Linzixuan (Rhoda) Zhang, David Mankus, Dhruv Varshney, Ruiqing Xiao, Shahad Alsaiari, Abigail Lytton- Jean, Robert Langer, Ana Jaklenec

Beauty·Plastic

MIT’s Biodegradable Polymers Aim to Replace Microplastics in Beauty Products

In a development that could reshape the beauty and personal care industry, MIT chemical engineers have created biodegradable polymers to replace microplastic beads found in cleansers and cosmetics. These new materials break

Karmactive Staff

December 18, 2024

Asia·Design·Sustainability

Forest Crayons: How Playfool Uses Japan’s Recycled Trees to Craft Artful Colors

In a world where sustainability and creativity intertwine, Tokyo-based design studio Playfool has unveiled a unique project that breathes new life into recycled Japanese wood. Dubbed “Forest Crayons,” these innovative art tools

Rahul Somvanshi

October 26, 2024

Pollution·Science

A Revolutionary Sponge for Oil Spill Cleanup in Frigid Waters: Discover How Canadian Scientists Pioneer CNF-SP Aerogel

Canadian scientists have developed a smart organic material called CNF-SP aerogel that can absorb or repel spilled oil. This material can be used as a sponge to quickly clean up marine oil

Rahul Somvanshi

June 12, 2024

Conservation·Design·Sustainability

Nest Domes Battle Climate Change to Preserve Sea Turtle Hatchlings: From Crisis to Hope

Sea turtles are currently under threat due to warming seas and climate change. The warming seas and hotter beaches pose a challenge for sea turtles as they cannot adjust their nesting behavior

Rahul Somvanshi

July 4, 2023