Biodegradable Packaging Film Made from Milk Protein Breaks Down in 13 Weeks
Scientists racing to tackle plastic pollution have created a surprising new contender: a biodegradable packaging film made partly from milk protein. Researchers at Flinders University blended calcium…
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