Innovation & Investment
Researchers develop a biodegradable film that keeps food fresh for longer
A new biodegradable film is a derivative of limonene from citrus rind, blended with chitosan, a biopolymer from exoskeletons of crustaceans.
Responsibility
Although less harmful, a new study reveals that fish exposed to biodegradable plastics experienced impaired escape performance.
Innovation & Investment
A new biodegradable film is a derivative of limonene from citrus rind, blended with chitosan, a biopolymer from exoskeletons of crustaceans.
Responsibility
NOAA Sea Grant will support projects to remove and recycle marine debris, improve fishing net technology and develop community partnerships.
Responsibility
Expanded polystyrene is common in seafood packaging, but threatens marine life and human health as ocean pollution. A growing number of alternatives are emerging.