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Posted: Tue Mar 03, 2026 7:58 am
Scientists racing to tackle plastic pollution have created a surprising new contender: a biodegradable packaging film made partly from milk protein. Researchers at Flinders University blended calcium caseinate with starch and natural nanoclay to form a thin, durable material designed to mimic everyday plastic. In soil tests, the film fully broke down in about 13 weeks, pointing to a realistic alternative for single-use food packaging.
Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2 ... 071922.htm
Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2 ... 071922.htm