SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 30, 2025Interesting Engineering

Weeds turned into eco-plastic: Korean researchers create nylon-like polymer from waste

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Scientists in South Korea created a new bio-plastic called poly(ester amide) using engineered microorganisms, combining nylon's strength with PET's versatility and utilizing glucose from waste wood and weeds in an efficient, eco-friendly production process.

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