Sponges are made of materials that do a great job against stuck-on messes, but they are not environment-friendly. We'll share ...

You may be diligent about washing your face and applying your skin care. But one common mistake might be reintroducing ...

Antimalarials discovered over the last century have proved effective in fighting malaria. But the parasites that cause the disease often develop resistance to these drugs, leaving a demand for new ...

The first man-made plastic was made in 1862 using cellulose, the main component of ... tackling plastic pollution by finding all natural, biodegradable alternatives is a priority.

From harnessing their antibacterial qualities to treating diseases like cancer and HIV, scientists are considering sponges as a viable natural source of medicine. Ana Riesgo Gil, sponge expert at the ...

So what other reinforcing fiber options are there? As it turns out, cellulose is one of these, along with basalt. The former has received a lot of attention currently, as the addition of cellulose ...

When applying your favorite foundation or any cream-based product, the right makeup sponge can blend the color for a natural-looking finish and smooth texture. "I find that sponges are very ...

Short articles that focus on some of the key challenges, issues or developments in natural products research. They can be "opinion" style articles, which give the author's perspective on a particular ...

More information: Xinhua Liang et al, Recent advancements and perspectives on processable natural biopolymers: Cellulose, chitosan, eggshell membrane, and silk fibroin, Science Bulletin (2024).