Scientists in China have developed a sustainable and biodegradable plastic from salmon sperm and vegetable oil. — Reuters pic
Using strands of DNA from the sperm of salmon are extracted, researchers from Tianjin University dissolved the genetic matter in water with ionomers, a type of polymer commonly found in adhesives, to produce a gel that’s pliable enough to be moulded into various forms.The experiment led to the creation of a rumpled-looking mug, as well as puzzle pieces, all made of what they call “DNA-based plastic”.
Lead researcher Dayong Yang said to their knowledge, DNA plastics are the most environmentally sustainable materials of any known plastics.
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