Imagine using insects as a source of chemicals to make plastics that can biodegrade later -- with the help of that very same type of bug. That concept is closer to reality than you might expect.

Polymer capsules can store functional substances such as drugs and fragrances, making them widely used in functional cosmetics and daily necessities. However, conventional capsules use non-degradable ...

(Nanowerk News) Polymer capsules can store functional substances such as drugs and fragrances, making them widely used in functional cosmetics and daily necessities. However, conventional capsules use ...

The new molecules, inspired by the design of the space shuttle's twin booster rockets, improve the efficacy of lipid nanoparticles for drug delivery while simplying their manufacture. Disclaimer: AAAS ...

PULLMAN, Wash. — The United States produces more corn than any other country in the world, according to the USDA. We use corn to feed our livestock, fuel our cars and soon it could filter our air. A ...