Biodegradable : Discovery News

Biodegradable Products Damage Environment, Too

Posted by Emily Sohn Thu Jun 16, 2011 07:00 AM ET | 0

Before you buy something that's biodegradable, take a look at how your community deals with trash. Read more

Green Products that 'Break Down'

Posted Thu Mar 10, 2011 06:00 AM ET | 0

Biodegradable plastics, electronic components and clothing are gaining ground. Read more

Bioplastics Not So Green

Posted by Jessica Marshall Mon Dec 6, 2010 02:38 PM ET | 0

Plant-based plastics may seem like a good option, but making them is not such an environmentally-friendly process. Read more

Biodegradable Styrofoam Made of Milk, Clay

Posted by Emily Sohn Wed Oct 27, 2010 11:20 AM ET | 0

The plastic might some day become a green alternative to petroleum-derived foam packaging blocks. Read more

Wide Angle: Drowning in Plastic

Posted Wed Apr 21, 2010 09:33 AM ET

In our throw-away culture, one substance is coming back to haunt us more than anything else: plastic. We are only just beginning to understand its staggering effects on the environment, and on us. Read more

How Much Do We Throw Away?

Posted by Josh Clark Mon Apr 5, 2010 08:21 AM ET | 0

A lack of data makes it impossible to know exactly how much Americans throw out, and experts say enthusiasm for recycling is waning. Read more

'Biodegradable' Doesn't Always Mean Earth-Friendly

Posted by Emily Sohn Fri Apr 2, 2010 08:45 AM ET | 0

Without proper composting facilities, throwing away biodegradable materials may actually be worse for the environment. Read more

Salt and Paper Make Disposable Batteries

Posted by Eric Bland Wed Oct 7, 2009 07:19 AM ET | 0

A piece of wet, salty paper doesn't look impressive, but cut it up, stack it up, and it can hold an impressive amount of energy. Read more

Gel Heals Injured Brain and Bone

Posted by Eric Bland Mon Sep 14, 2009 11:08 AM ET | 0

Scrambled brains and broken bones can both be healed with a new nanoparticle-infused hydrogel. Read more

Lightning Helps Create Artificial Blood Vessels

Posted by Eric Bland Fri Aug 21, 2009 08:45 AM ET | 0

Lightning bolts could help create artificial organs, according to new research by scientists at Texas A&M University. Read more

Lightning Helps Create Artificial Blood Vessels

Posted by Eric Bland Fri Aug 21, 2009 08:37 AM ET | 0

Lightning bolts could help create artificial organs, according to new research. Read more

Marine Worm's Glue May Aid Bone Repair

Posted by Jessica Marshall Tue Aug 18, 2009 08:36 AM ET | 0

An undersea worm has provided researchers with the recipe for a glue that surgeons could use to piece together shattered bones. Read more

Gel Heals Injured Brain and Bone: Discovery News

Posted Fri Jul 31, 2009 04:48 AM ET

Scrambled brains and broken bones can both be healed with a new nanoparticle-infused hydrogel. Read more

Cotton Candy Can Help Labs Grow Tissue: Discovery News

Posted Tue Jun 30, 2009 09:24 PM ET

Cotton candy has delighted children for a century. Now it may have found a new role: helping scientists grow replacement tissues for people. Read more

Chocolate-Fueled Race Car Unveiled: Discovery News

Posted Tue May 5, 2009 10:27 AM ET

Scientists unveiled on Tuesday what they hope will be one of the world's fastest biofuel vehicles, powered by waste from chocolate factories and made partly from plant fibers. Read more