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Dec 13, 2024

MIT Unveils a Biodegradable Alternative to Microplastic Beads

Posted by in categories: food, health, sustainability

MIT researchers have developed an environmentally friendly alternative to the harmful microbeads used in some health and beauty products.

These new polymers break down into harmless sugars and amino acids and could also encapsulate nutrients for food fortification, showing promise in both cosmetic and nutritional applications.

Biodegradable Solutions by MIT.

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