Biodegradable poly (lactic acid)(PLA) presents suitable physicochemical properties and
biocompatibility for biomedical engineering. However, PLA has some drawbacks, such as …

The high demand for plastic and polymeric materials which keeps rising every year makes
them important industries, for which sustainability is a crucial aspect to be taken into …

Background The development of nanomaterials with edible and biodegradable properties is
now an urgent need of food science and technology. The application of nanomaterials in the …

Cellulosic material from coffee husk has not been previously studied despite being a
potential source of reinforcing agents for different applications. This material has been …

Among biopolymers, polylactide (PLA) is considered as the most appropriate substitute for
the petroleum-based polymers which are widely used in various commodity and …

Strong, thermally insulating and biological PLA foams derived from cost-effective and
environmentally friendly process are needed for saving resources and improving energy …

Nanocelluloses in recent years have garnered a lot of attention for their use as stabilizers of
liquid-liquid and gas-liquid interfaces. Both cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) and cellulose …

Abstract Poly (lactic acid)(PLA) stands out as the most promising biodegradable alternative
to conventional petrochemical‐based polymers for manufacturing of high‐performance …

The demand for environmentally friendly and renewable materials has increased in recent
years. As a result, researchers are focusing on natural biopolymers, which are abundant in …

A completely green approach was adopted for the production of biocomposites of polylactic
acid (PLA) and cellulosic fibers (CF) via functionalization of CF with an aqueous solution of …