Inexpensive, abundant starch fibers could lead to ouchless bandages
Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 09:30
in Physics & Chemistry
A process that spins starch into fine strands could take the sting out of removing bandages, as well as produce less expensive and more environmentally-friendly toilet paper, napkins and other products, according to Penn State food scientists.
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