Researchers create plastic that dissolves in water.
Northeastern University researchers have developed an innovative #bioplastic that breaks down in water, offering a #sustainable alternative to conventional #plastic. Called #MECHS, which stands for Mechanical Engineered Living Materials with Compostability, Healability and Scalability, this plastic is derived from engineered E. coli bacteria and a fiber matrix, creating a film-like material that biodegrades faster than other #biodegradable plastics.
By replacing conventional plastics with MECHS, we can significantly reduce plastic pollution and its impact on the environment.
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walter lungayi
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Very impressive! It will offer a potential solution to the environmental harm caused by traditional plastic materials, and could help mitigate the impact on marine ecosystems.
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Rashid Kamau
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The creation of plastic that dissolves in water by researchers is an innovative breakthrough with significant environmental and practical benefits
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Annett Michuki..
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This is an incredible discovery
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That's amazing! If it’s safe for the environment and doesn’t harm ecosystems, it could revolutionize packaging and single-use products. I just hope it’s scalable and affordable so industries can adopt it quickly!
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Annett Michuki..
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@princess_nel_268 I second you
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rosebellendiritu
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Thinking that I would one day toss a bottle in water and I do not pollute the environment- since its biodegradable, is absolutely mind blowing.
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Jane Wangui
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Who would have thought this was possible...this kind of invention could help us deal with the issue of Plastic pollution for good.
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Mdshahab Uddin
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Very nice
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Grace Njeri
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If water-soluble plastics are also biodegradable, they'll decompose into harmless substances, further minimizing their environmental impact.
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By replacing conventional plastics with MECHS, we can significantly reduce plastic pollution and its impact on the environment.
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Very impressive! It will offer a potential solution to the environmental harm caused by traditional plastic materials, and could help mitigate the impact on marine ecosystems.
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Dear Gorffly mokua Your climate love has received over 50 agrees! We have reached out to Northeastern University by email and requested a response. I will keep you updated on any progress! To reach more people and increase the chance of a response, click the Share button above to share the review on your social accounts. For every new member that joins We Don't Have Time from your network, we will plant a tree and attribute it to you! /Adam, We Don't Have Time
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The creation of plastic that dissolves in water by researchers is an innovative breakthrough with significant environmental and practical benefits
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This is an incredible discovery
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That's amazing! If it’s safe for the environment and doesn’t harm ecosystems, it could revolutionize packaging and single-use products. I just hope it’s scalable and affordable so industries can adopt it quickly!
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@princess_nel_268 I second you
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Thinking that I would one day toss a bottle in water and I do not pollute the environment- since its biodegradable, is absolutely mind blowing.
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Who would have thought this was possible...this kind of invention could help us deal with the issue of Plastic pollution for good.
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Very nice
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If water-soluble plastics are also biodegradable, they'll decompose into harmless substances, further minimizing their environmental impact.