USC researchers have created a biodegradable, marine-safe plastic alternative using calcium carbonate from seashells, ...

These natural coatings enhance the performance of plastics while reducing their environmental footprint, offering a practical ...

But a team of scientists with the University of Southern California have created a biocompatible alternative that feels and ...

So, yes, as PLA advocates say, corn plastic is “biodegradable.” But in reality very few consumers have access to the sort of composting facilities that can make that happen. NatureWorks has ...

A San Diego startup says it's made the world's first 100% biodegradable sneaker — and that most of the competition is ...

"There is a lot of opportunity with zein, which is a family of proteins in corn that forms a beautiful film to make biodegradable plastics, and it's a little bit more expensive, but we hope that will ...

Researchers at Virginia Tech have found a way to make biodegradable packaging stronger ... This discovery could help companies move away from plastic without sacrificing strength or durability.

An curved arrow pointing right. From a pile of seaweed to a packet of soy sauce. The London startup Notpla has created a plastic alternative from seaweed that's biodegradable — and even edible.