Scientists from China and the Netherlands have developed a new biopolymer derived from corn protein, inspired by the structure of spider silk. This material, dubbed "plantymer," exhibits rigidity and barrier properties comparable to natural silk and can degrade within a month in soil. The innovation aims to provide a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel-based plastics, addressing the global issue of plastic pollution. AI
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