A new study led by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) has unveiled the first biomaterial that is not only waterproof but actually becomes stronger in contact with water. The material ...

Chitosan is an interesting polymer that has been used extensively in the medical field. It is either partially or fully deacetylated chitin. As chitin occurs naturally (in fungal cell walls and ...

A material known as chitosan, made from crustacean shells, has been used to substitute petroleum by-products in food packaging. The environment is seriously affected by the use of food packaing: ...

Polysaccharides, such as chitosan, exhibit poor mechanical and barrier characteristics in their current form. Consequently, compared to common plastic films, using materials based on biopolymers in ...

Scientists have invented an advanced material that gets stronger when wet that they believe could replace single-use plastic cups and bottles ...

JOHNSON CITY, TN, TN, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Chitosan Global, a Division of Shield Nutraceuticals, Inc., announced the official launch of Chitonova – TRC, a breakthrough ...

Chitosan is of pharmaceutical interest because of its positive attributes with respect to toxicity, biocompatibility and bioavailability. Extrusion/spheronization is a common pellet production ...

The molecular weight of chitosan affects its properties and applications. This research highlights measurement techniques and their implications for industry.